Kevin Purdy

Choosing the Best Cold Climate Heat Pump Finding the best cold climate heat pump is no easy task. Look through a database like the Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships (NEEP) heat pump directory and you’ll find more than 30,000 models and a mind-numbing amount of specs. And while heat pumps definitely work in cold climates, if […]

What’s best for your home? If you’re looking to install a cooling system for your home, you’ll likely come across two different options: ductless mini-splits and central air conditioning (central A/C). Central air will be familiar to most: With this option, a big box outside your home moves hot air out of your home and

Mini-splits explained A mini-split, or ductless air conditioner, is an appliance that can both cool and heat a home. But unlike a traditional air conditioning or heating system, mini-splits offer “zone-control.”  While a traditional heating and cooling system can be turned on or off, each indoor unit of a mini-split can be set to a

SEER ratings explained If you’re looking to buy a new heat pump or air conditioner, you’ll likely see different SEER ratings for each model. Even if you know SEER’s definition (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio), you might be left with questions about what it really means. What’s a good SEER number? What’s the typical range? How

Why We Recommend a Heat Pump vs. AC If you’re looking at replacing an air conditioning system, or upgrading a home with central air, you might be wondering how heat pumps compare with traditional A/C. The main advantage of traditional air conditioners is their lower upfront cost. Installing a basic A/C system is a few