Heat Pump Articles

4 Tips to Maintain Your Heat Pump

April 15, 2026

How often do you schedule maintenance for the heat pump in your , home? Taking proper care of your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is the best way to ensure it will function efficiently and reach its full service life potential. Plus, you’ll have peace of mind knowing your heat pump is in…

Earn Rebates on Your 2026 Heat Pump in Iowa

February 15, 2026

Your HVAC equipment is on its last legs. You need to replace your furnace and AC, and you are thinking about swapping them out with a heat pump. Good choice! Our team at can help you pick the right model for your , home and install it using your existing ductwork. According to the U.S.…

Cold Climate Heat Pumps Are HVAC Game Changers

December 31, 2025

If you are looking for an HVAC system that heats and cools your Ankeny home, lowers energy bills, and is easy on the environment and your budget, consider an air-source heat pump. 

How Ames Homeowners Are Reimagining Comfort with Heat Pumps

November 7, 2025

Drive through Ames and you’ll notice a growing trend: homes with new, quiet, efficient heat pump systems. It’s not just about keeping comfortable. It’s about saving energy, embracing innovation, and joining a community that’s leading Iowa toward a cleaner future.

4 Important Heat Pump Maintenance Tips

October 31, 2025

A heat pump offers both the heating and cooling you need for indoor comfort, but routine maintenance is critical for it to remain in peak condition.

Why Buying a Heat Pump Instead of a Furnace Makes Sense

February 14, 2025

Want to heat and cool your Ames home, fight climate change, and save money—all at the same time?

Get a heat pump.

4 Important Heat Pump Maintenance Tips

October 15, 2024

You could save up to 30 percent on your energy bill when you perform maintenance that support ideal system efficiency, according to the IAQA.

Video – What Is a Heat Pump?

January 30, 2024

A heat pump is a device that transfers heat from one place to another, from inside your home to outside or from outside to inside. In the winter a heat pump works like a heater, extracting heat energy from outside and transferring it inside. In the summer the process reverses and it will remove heat from your home and transfer it outside similar to an air conditioner.

How to Determine Heat Pump Efficiency

December 15, 2023

If you are in the market for a new heat pump, efficiency is probably a key factor in your search. The Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) has a universal ranking system for heating and cooling units that serves to help. 

Why Is My Heat Pump Turning On and Off Frequently?

November 30, 2023

Homeowners generally favor heat pumps for their efficiency. However, a number of common issues can cause them to run very inefficiently.

Air Conditioners Versus Heat Pumps

July 17, 2023

In some ways, heat pumps have an edge over the traditional combination of a furnace and central air conditioning (AC) unit. However, no two households are the same, and each option has its pros and cons.

4 Factors to Consider When Buying a Heat Pump

June 14, 2023

So you are looking to invest in a heat pump. You are not alone––many Americans are making the switch.