Heat Pumps Articles

Transitioning Your Heat Pump

December 15, 2023
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One reason Washington homeowners love heat pumps is they function as an all-in-one unit. Instead of purchasing and maintaining a separate furnace and air conditioning system, you can simply transition your heat pump from the heat setting to the cooling setting and vice versa as seasons warrant. 

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How Does a Heat Pump Work?

June 30, 2023
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A heat pump will shrink your carbon footprint, help you save money, and maintain your comfort even when the outdoor temperature soars beyond two digits or dips below freezing.

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What Type of Heat Pump Should I Buy?

February 28, 2023
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Are you looking for new heating and cooling equipment in Washington? It’s always good to weigh the options.

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Conventional HVAC or a Heat Pump: Which Is Better?

February 15, 2023
Image of family sitting together. Conventional HVAC or a Heat Pump: Which Is Better?

Today, the majority of homes either use a conventional air conditioner (AC) and furnace combination or a heat pump. Our team at Resicon LLC is well-versed in the difference as well as the benefits of each type of system.

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Heat Pump Water Heaters Save Big on Utility Bills

February 9, 2022
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If your water heater is more than 10-years old, consider replacing it before it fails. If you see corrosion and water leaks or can’t get enough hot water from the tap, your heater may be on its last legs. If you hear odd noises coming from your water heater or your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment, ask a professional to check it out. 

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How Can a Heat Pump Provide Heat in Winter?

June 14, 2021

Have you ever considered upgrading from the current heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system in your Tacoma home to a heat pump instead? You would no longer need multiple systems for heating and cooling because a heat pump can provide both to your home!

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How to Tell It’s Time for Heat Pump Replacement

May 17, 2021
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A properly maintained heat pump can last about 15 years before it starts slowing down. When your system starts to approach this age, you may start experiencing trouble and notice some signs indicating it’s time to opt for a full heat pump replacement.

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Heat Pump Maintenance Tips

December 29, 2020
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Most of us tend to take our heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems for granted. As long as they are working, it’s easy to go on day after day without thinking about them. But, like most other things, taking care of your HVAC system through regular maintenance is critical to keeping it in good working order.

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Get Ready for the Fall With HVAC Maintenance Tips

September 15, 2020
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Sometimes it’s hard to think ahead during the end of summer to the coming winter, but the colder weather will be here before you know it. The professionals at Resicon LLC want you to be ready when the days get shorter and the weather turns brisk. Now is the perfect time to prepare your furnace, heat pump, or other heating system for the upcoming heating season.

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What Is My Heat Pump Saying?

July 29, 2020
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One of the first things a new homeowner learns is how to get used to all the little sounds of a home, from creaky doors to the working noises of appliances and home systems. Although everything sounds new at first, as times goes on, you should be accepting “normal” sounds while unusual ones can help…

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Myths About Ductless Heat Pumps—Here’s the Truth

February 10, 2020
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Heat pumps must deal with misunderstandings that often stop homeowners who would otherwise benefit from making the change.

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Why You Should Consider a Heat Pump

November 18, 2019
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We often encourage customers to look into a heat pump as an alternative to the standard AC-and-furnace model.

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The Powerful Ductless Combo: Ductless Heating/Ductless HRV

October 21, 2019
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There are options for these situations: ductless systems like ductless mini split heat pumps and ductless HRV systems.

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How Can a Heat Pump Provide Heat in Winter?

October 7, 2019
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It makes sense that a heat pump can remove heat from indoors on a summer. But how is it drawing heat from outdoors during the winter?

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How to Tell It’s Time for Heat Pump Replacement

April 22, 2019
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There’s no reason to replace your heat pump too early. Likewise, replacing it too late means having to incur some unnecessary expenses.

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When Is It Time to Replace Your Heat Pump?

March 11, 2019
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Here’s how replacing your heat pump at the perfect time will help you save hundreds of dollars.

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The Sanden CO2 Heat Pump Water Heater or “SANCO2”. The Alternative to Electric Water Heaters

January 14, 2019
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After heating and cooling, the water heater makes up the second largest use of energy in your home. It’s hard to believe that so much of our money must go toward a basic necessity. Imagine how much you could save if heating water simply cost less.

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Commonly Asked Questions About Heat Pumps

January 14, 2019
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Heat pumps aren’t new technology, but we still get plenty of questions about them.

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3 of Your Ductless Heat Pump Questions Answered

December 31, 2018
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People still have many questions about how these devices work and what makes them special.

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Why Are Homeowners Switching to Heat Pumps?

November 5, 2018
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We’ll explain some of the reasons why homeowners are installing heat pumps instead of other heaters.

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How Inverter Technology is Changing Heat Pumps for Good

October 22, 2018
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We’ll go over all the details below by explaining what inverter technology does, how it helps raise efficiency, and more.

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Ductless Heat Pumps Are A Great Choice for the Cold Season

October 8, 2018
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Ductless heat pumps have more benefits than just being able to heat and cool your home.

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Need a New Heater? Try A Ductless Heat Pump

September 24, 2018
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The fall season has just begun, and soon it will be time to fire up our heaters again.

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Make the Switch from Ducted to Ductless Heat Pumps

August 27, 2018
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We have a few points to help you understand why ductless systems are superior.

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The Answer to 3 Common Heat Pump Questions

July 30, 2018
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In this post, we’ll help answer three questions about heat pumps.

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