ENERGY STAR Contractor of the Year. Based in Portland and Bend, GreenSavers is a national leader in home energy efficiency. Start with a home energy audit or free estimate for insulation, windows, furnace, air conditioner, ductless heat pump, water heater, seismic retrofit, or solar panels.
Our client Brodie M. finally had enough. He lived in part of Deschutes County with no gas service, so he relied primarily on a pellet stove to heat his home through the winter. He got tired of feeding the stove all day, then waking up to a 50° house…READ MORE
Josh’s project shows that you don't always need to do a major project to see significant savings on your energy bills. By replacing his electric baseboard heaters with a ductless heat pump, he cut his energy bills in half. What's more, Josh used cash … READ MORE
See how GreenSavers helped a 1912 home in Bend, Oregon transition from gas to all-electric with a high-efficiency heat pump, heat pump water heater, and upgraded insulation. Air leakage was reduced by 70%, improving efficiency and indoor air quality. … READ MORE
Picture this: The temperature drops. You decide you've held off long enough - It's time to turn on the heat. You head over to your thermostat, bare toes on the cold floor and crank the dial to 71 degrees. You wait for the warmth, but nothing happens…READ MORE
Here is an overview of the most common questions we get about ductless heating and cooling. Like, what is a ductless heat pump? What rebates are available? How much does a ductless heat pump cost? And how long does a ductless heat pump last?...READ MORE
This has to be one of the best times of year. The summer heat has passed, and winter weather hasn’t come...yet. It’s the right time to do some basic home maintenance to get ready for the months ahead. Here are the items at the top of our list to get done…READ MORE
As you watch the skies darken a little earlier every evening, and feel the winds chill you on the morning walk to your car, you remember that winter is on its way. The blustery season can be a massive drain on your finances, causing energy bills to sky-rocket in…READ MORE
If you install a furnace that is too large for your home, you will experience a condition called short-cycling. Your furnace constantly cycles on and off, over-heating your home then cooling down below the set temperature. On the other hand…READ MORE
Energy costs are one of the biggest monthly expenses you'll face as a homeowner, especially here in the Pacific Northwest -- heating and cooling are responsible for around 54% of utility bills in the average hom. A home energy audit is typically the first step…READ MORE
A ductless system uses heat pump technology to distribute warm or cool air more quietly and efficiently than traditional systems. In general, ductless heat pumps have 3 parts: (1) a remote control, (2) an outdoor unit, and (3) an indoor unit. Multi-zone…READ MORE
If you’re like most people, you don’t think about your attic very often. Do you know what it looks like up there? If you don’t have enough insulation, adding insulation is the most cost effective upgrade most people can do to bring down their energy bills … READ MORE
If your AC system isn’t working as expected, give us a call. You’ll get a full diagnostic inspection with a plan to repair or replace your air conditioner. This article offers answers to the most common questions homeowners have about AC service … READ MORE
If you’re thinking about installing a cooling system, you may be wondering whether it makes sense to install a heat pump or air conditioner. In this article, we break down the advantages and disadvantages of each system, so you can make an easier decision … READ MORE
Galen had a 22 year old furnace. He knew it had to go, and he wanted to add central AC. So it came down to this: Should he replace the gas furnace with another furnace and add AC? Or should he replace the furnace with pump for both heating and cooling? READ MORE
A new HVAC system can be a blessing. But it can become a curse if you choose an unreliable HVAC contractor. In this article, you’ll find a rundown of the main things to consider before choosing a HVAC contractor in Bend or across Oregon … READ MORE
If your furnace isn’t working as expected, give us a call. You’ll get a full diagnostic inspection with a plan to repair or replace your furnace. This article offers answers to the most common questions homeowners have about furnace repair … READ MORE
Courtney and Fletcher live in a mid-century home in Bend. Like lots of older houses in Central Oregon, it was originally outfitted with electric resistance baseboard heaters and had no air conditioning. See how we slashed their energy bills with a heat pump and … READ MORE
We’ve answered thousands of questions about heating and cooling in Central Oregon since we started back in 2007. You’ll find answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about systems, brands, pricing, maintenance, and more … READ MORE
Heat pumps and ductless heat pumps are easy to operate. That said, they operate differently than furnaces and air conditioners. Here you’ll find the top 10 tips to maintain your ductless heat pump and get reliable, energy efficient performance … READ MORE
Heat waves require active management of your home. Here are the strategies that will give your AC the best chance of keeping up on hot days. If you don’t have AC, you’ll also find tips to make your home as comfortable as possible through a heat wave…READ MORE
