Do you own a rental property in Oregon? This is the time to make an investment that saves energy and significantly increases the value of your property. What incentives are available? You can save up to $7,000 on a new heat pump … READ MORE

Heat PumpBill HoelzerSeptember 1, 2023heat pump

Case Study: Net Zero Energy Homes - Portland

If you have a net zero energy home, then you produce more energy than you consume in a year. Sounds great, but where do you start? How do go about making your home net zero. and what does it cost? We’re sharing the story of Ryan, Megan, and … READ MORE

Insulation, Net Zero, Heat PumpBill HoelzerJuly 6, 2023Bill

Heat Pump Maintenance

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

Ductless Heat Pump, Heating and Cooling, HVAC, Maintenance, Heat PumpBill HoelzerMay 4, 2023Bill

Heat Pump vs AC Cost // Heat Pump vs Furnace Cost

It’s not easy to compare options for heating and cooling. For example, an electric heat pump may be more efficient than a gas furnace, but gas is relatively inexpensive. Will you end up saving money on your energy bills? Here’s what to know … READ MORE

Heat Pump, Heating, AC, CoolingBill HoelzerFebruary 2, 2023heat pump, hvac, ac, heating, Bill

Solar or Heat Pump?

Which should you install first? Solar or a heat pump? If you have a limited budget, you have to prioritize. In this article, we'll share a few considerations to help homeowners choose between solar, heat pumps, and other home energy upgrades … READ MORE

Solar, Heat PumpBill HoelzerJune 8, 2022Solar, Bill

Case Study: Replace Furnace with Heat Pump

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

Heat PumpBill HoelzerJanuary 20, 2022Bill

Case Study: Mitsubishi Heat Pump in Bend, OR

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

Heat PumpBill HoelzerSeptember 1, 2021Bill

How Does a Ducted Heat Pump Work?

This article gives you an inside look at how a ducted heat pump works. Since 2007, we’ve installed hundreds of heat pumps for homeowners in Oregon. A heat pump can save 50% on energy bills compared to conventional systems. We’ll show you how…READ MORE

Heat PumpBill HoelzerAugust 19, 2021Bill

Heat Pump vs. Furnace + AC in Oregon

Should you replace your gas furnace with an electric heat pump or install another furnace? What if want to cool your home in the summer? Is a heat pump your best bet, or are you better off with central air conditioning? Here’s our take: If the upfront cost…READ MORE

Heat PumpBill HoelzerJune 24, 2021Bill

Mitsubishi vs. Daikin vs. Fujitsu vs. LG

Mitsubishi, Daikin, Fujitsu, LG - If you've looked into installing a new ductless heat pump, you know you have lots of options. In this article, we compare the pricing and features for each of the major brands, including efficiency, warranties, and more…READ MORE

Ductless Heat Pump, Heat PumpBill HoelzerMarch 16, 2021GreenSavers

How much does a ductless heat pump cost?

You’re thinking about a ductless heat pump, but does it fit your budget? In this article, you’ll’ get an overview of the costs, energy savings, cash incentives, and available financing to install a ductless heat pump in Portland or Bend, Oregon. READ MORE

Ductless Heat Pump, Heat PumpBill HoelzerOctober 30, 2020Bill

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