If you’re searching for an affordable, reliable way to heat your home in Apple Valley, it helps to understand how different fuel types compare. Below is a breakdown of the most common heating options and how they differ in cost, efficiency, and practicality. Natural Gas Furnace Natural gas remains one of the most widely used…
Winter temperatures in the High Desert can create the perfect conditions for a heat pump to ice over. When outdoor humidity rises above 70% and temperatures drop below 40°F, frost can begin forming on the heat pump. Because heat pumps sit outside and are constantly exposed to the elements, a thin layer of frost is…
Heat pumps and furnaces heat homes differently. Discover your best system. You have heating options. Choosing a heating system might be intimidating unless you’re a pro. Here’s how to choose. Heat Pump Heat pumps in central heating and cooling systems use outside air to heat and cool a property. Heat pumps are multifunctional since they…
In order to keep you warm, a heat pump transports heat from the outside air to the interior. The moisture in the air freezes on the heat exchanger when it is cold outdoors (in the mid-30F range). To remove this ice from the exchanger, the defrost cycle begins. If the exchanger isn’t defrosted, the device…
There are a few choices available in Southern California for heating homes: Install a gas furnace: Gas furnaces use natural gas as their fuel source to create heat through combustion. Install a heat pump: they don’t produce heat on their own. Instead, they bring heat energy from the outside into the house. Install a dual-fuel system:…
The high desert climate might help moderate temperatures, but it’s not enough to avoid the need for reliable heating and cooling. One option to consider is a heat pump. In the High Desert area, this method of indoor climate control can handle both warming and air conditioning duty. Heat pumps are well-known for their high…
The High Desert has many homes and businesses using heat pumps for heating and cooling. Heat pumps are energy efficient devices for keeping your home or business at a comfortable temperature all year long. With heat pumps, heating and cooling are done with a single device. Because these systems do not use energy to actually…
Conventional central cooling and heating systems consume a lot of energy, affecting the environment negatively. If you are a business owner or homeowner who is keen on conserving energy, you should consider installing a heat pump in place of a central HVAC system. Some of the advantages of a heat pump are: A heat pump…
Many people are confused about how heat pumps differ from other kinds of heating and air conditioning systems. Knowing the basics of heat pump operation and maintenance is important for people who already have them. For others, learning the advantages may be an incentive for considering switching to a heat pump for heating and cooling…
In the winter, staying warm is a priority. We have the house shut up, the furnace is running, and indoor air quality may not be the best. Today we are going to talk about winter heating tips that will improve the comfort of your home and the amount of money spent on heating. We are…