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Homebuyer baffled after seller leaves family with 'abandoned' off-grid tech: 'As far as I understand, I am getting [this for] free"
3+ hour, 20+ min ago (696+ words) "I plan on placing an offer and [am] curious what other questions I should ask." A potential homebuyer took to Reddit recently to ask about a home they were purchasing that included a set of unique solar panels." Posting in…...
Homeowner goes on rant to debunk major myth about heat pump technology: 'People on the internet told me it would give out"
3+ hour, 30+ min ago (675+ words) "Good to see examples of these lasting." As energy prices continue to skyrocket nationwide, paying for warmth during the winter can become a nightmare for some homeowners. But if your home is energy-efficient, your bills might just be a little…...
New data reveals homeowners' opinions on upgrading to heat pump HVACs — here's what 95% of customers said
4+ hour, 5+ min ago (521+ words) Getting 95% of people to agree on anything these days is nearly impossible." However, in a survey of over 70,000 homeowners who participated in a program to upgrade their HVAC systems to energy-efficient heat pumps, 95% reported being satisfied with the results, according…...
Homeowner questions financial logic of upgrading to popular HVAC tech after tax credits disappear: 'I'm wondering if now is a bad time"
4+ hour, 25+ min ago (616+ words) "The cost of electricity is slowly creeping up." Upgrading your old HVAC system can feel like a big undertaking. One homeowner reached out to Reddit's "r/heatpumps" forum for advice on whether to make the switch. According to the original…...
Homeowner seeks expert advice after neighbor blames him for his 'quadrupled' electricity bill: 'Could my installation be related …?"
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (549+ words) "Who is likely to be liable?" One homeowner was baffled when the HVAC upgrades that were supposed to save them money on their utility bills appeared to end up costing a lot extra " for their neighbor, at least. They wrote…...
HVAC tech breaks down how next-gen heat pumps can financially benefit homeowners: 'What you're doing now is protecting your house"
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (438+ words) "For every one kilowatt of energy you actually pay for, it generates three kilowatts of energy." A British TV presenter took to TikTok to discuss the benefits of heat pumps and HVAC systems. Laura Hamilton (@laurahamiltontv) took to the platform…...
Homesteader shares photos of the DIY setup that made them '110% self-reliant': 'We are rural and on a private water well"
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (502+ words) "Such a good feeling to be self reliant!" An eco-friendly upgrade saved one homesteader hundreds of dollars on energy bills, demonstrating the significant benefits of domestic solar power." "Upgrade made us 85% - 110% self-reliant," they noted." The upgrades were installed between October…...
Appliance expert breaks down the truth about killer germs allegedly hiding in trendy water heaters: 'You can look this up online yourself"
4+ day, 4+ hour ago (413+ words) "Any cases you do find actually come from showerheads." A recent video from YouTube creator Heat Geek (@heatgeek) addresses myths about heat pumps found in newspaper articles, reassuring homeowners that there is no particular health risk associated with switching to…...
This innovative company is giving US homeowners solar panels without installation costs — here's why people are opting for these solar subscriptions
5+ day, 3+ hour ago (455+ words) The ease of switching helps demystify solar for many people who might otherwise think it's out of reach. Solar energy is a lot more accessible for everyday homeowners thanks to a growing clean energy financing option called LightReach " a program…...
Quick-install window heat pumps are reshaping the American HVAC market: 'They are generally the lowest-cost option"
1+ week, 1+ day ago (489+ words) Upgrading your heating and cooling system is one of the best ways to lower your utility bills. Window heat pumps could be the future of HVAC for apartment dwellers and residents of other multifamily buildings. The sleek units offer easy…...