Brown's Heating & Cooling Blog: Archive for the ‘Heat Pumps’ Category

Ducted & Ductless Heat Pumps: What’s the Difference?

Monday, February 12th, 2024
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Mini splits, heat pumps, and ductless systems–oh my! If you’re confused about all these terms you’ve read about and need some clarification, you’ve come to the right place.

Although it may take a minute to wrap your head around all the heat pump terminology, it’s definitely worth learning about these amazing HVAC systems. Let’s go over the basics of heat pumps including what’s the difference between ducted and ductless systems. It’s really not that complicated once you know how these systems work. Let’s explain.

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Heat Pump Won’t Switch Modes? 4 Possible Causes

Tuesday, December 5th, 2023
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Your heat pump provides essential year-round heating and cooling to your home. But sometimes, it can seem like it’s not switching modes. In the cold of winter, there’s nothing worse than the feeling that your tried-and-true heat pump seems like the reversing valve is stuck in cooling mode. Let’s look at 4 possible causes of this problem. 

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Are Heat Pumps and Mini Splits the Same Thing?

Monday, July 17th, 2023

Are you in the market for a new HVAC system? Have you been frantically searching online “heating and cooling near me,” trying to figure out what type of system will be best for your home? Well, it might make you feel a little better to know you’re not alone. There’s undoubtedly been a lot of changes since the last time you bought an HVAC system.

Whether you’re shopping for a new system for the first time or replacing an old one, a common question we get is: Are heat pumps and mini splits the same thing? The short answer is yes, they’re the same thing. However, they also have many differences. Let’s go over exactly what heat pumps and mini splits are so you can be an informed consumer when it’s time to make a decision

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Why Mini Splits Are Perfect For Your Home

Monday, April 24th, 2023
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Is it time for air conditioning installation in your Colorado Springs home? If you’re in the market for a new air conditioner, you should know about ductless mini splits. Although they have a funny name, these mini marvels are no joke when it comes to cooling and heating your home!

That’s right, we said cool and heat. Mini splits use heat pump technology. That means they can heat and cool your home, keeping you in comfort all year round. If your home lacks quality ductwork or if you’d love to replace your heating system at the same time, a mini split is a perfect solution. Read on to learn about this popular option for homeowners who’re looking for versatility in their home comfort systems.

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Why Heat Pumps Require Twice A Year Maintenance

Monday, March 27th, 2023
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Spring is here and the promise of better weather and the change in season often motivates people to tackle spring cleaning chores around the house. Many homeowners also have spring maintenance checklists for their homes and on the top of that list should be getting your air conditioner or heat pump serviced.

If you own a heat pump in Colorado Springs you might be thinking you can skip this in the spring if you had it done in the fall. Unfortunately, that’s just not the case. Unlike central heating and air conditioning systems that need to be maintained once a year, heat pumps need maintenance twice a year. Read on to find out why it’s so important.

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What If Your Heat Pump Won’t Switch Modes?

Monday, March 28th, 2022
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It might not quite be time to switch your heat pump from heating mode to cooling just yet, but that’s just around the corner. And when that time does come, you will want to easily adjust your heat pump right? This way it can cool your home as powerfully as it heated your home this past winter.

Well, we cannot guarantee that your heat pump will work flawlessly if you’ve skipped professional maintenance–which should be scheduled twice a year for a year-round heat pump system. Nor can we guarantee this for an aging heat pump system. If you skipped maintenance or haven’t had your system serviced in the past year, then that lukewarm air coming from your heat pump might continue when you try to switch the system over to cooling mode.

What happens then? Read on to find out!

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“Should I Have a Heat Pump Installed?”

Saturday, March 12th, 2022
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You may remember a little over a decade ago, that heat pumps started being advertised as the more efficient, more effective way to both cool and heat your homes. The news was right! And heat pumps are still a leading HVAC choice today because they’ve only gotten more efficient.

If you’ve been considering a new air conditioner or new heating system purchase and haven’t already converted to a heat pump system, then you’re reading the right blog post! We’re here to share all the information you’ll need about how heat pumps operate, and the advantages of using such a system. Read on!

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Heed These Signs of Heat Pump Disrepair

Monday, February 14th, 2022
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When you live somewhere like the Black Forest area, it’s nice to know that you can enjoy the heating comfort provided by a heat pump that will keep up with your needs. Whether it’s the coldest of days or the middle of a heat wave, you know your heat pump will work hard–until it stops doing so.

Nobody likely waking up to a chilly house in the middle of winter, only to discover that their heater is supposed to be operating and isn’t. Maybe it’s making noise and some air is coming through the vents, but it’s not actually warm. This is a clear sign that something is amiss with your heat pump.

There are other signs, too, that can indicate a problem with your heat pump system. Read on as we uncover what they are, and then if you discover any of these signs, give us a call!

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