What is the best temperature to set thermostat in winter to save money and what does auxiliary heat mean? Here's what temp setting experts recommend.

The Zero Breeze Mark 3 I saw at CES 2025 is basically a 22-pound heat pump that can run off of a battery. Jon covers artificial intelligence. He previously led CNET's home energy and utilities ...

Chart shows that it took more electricity to heat a home with a heat pump when the thermostat was changed during the day (“on-off”) vs. constant temperature Credit: US Department of Energy—Courtesy ...

Pro Setup, Wi-Fi verification, and on-site homeowner training keep smart controls from turning into service headaches ...

The highly efficient devices are the darlings of the environmental movement. Here’s why. By Hilary Howard Heat pumps, which both warm and cool buildings and are powered by electricity, have been ...

Nothing beats walking into a cozy, warm home on a frigid winter day, or a cool, comfortable one when outdoor temps are through the roof. Sometimes, it even feels magical. After all, all you are ...

Heat pumps are having a moment in the spotlight—or as close to one as a heating and cooling appliance can get. Whether it’s ducted heat pumps, mini-splits, or even geothermal systems, there’s a buzz ...

A split system heat pump's defrost sensor is used to detect ice buildup on the heat pump's outdoor coil. When ice builds up on the coil, it reduces the heat pump's ability to transfer heat, which can ...

It's cold this week in Tennessee and with a winter storm preparing to hit the state and much of the South it is important to keep warm. A winter storm at the beginning of the week ushered in frigid ...