What is a heat pump?

Introducing Heat Pumps All heat pumps are built to extract heat from one place so that it can be moved to another. However, this does not mean that all heat pumps are the same, because the devices are built using a startling range of designs and incorporate disparate mechanisms. Heat pumps can be used to heat homes, cool homes, and even make up the core components to refrigerators. Some heat pumps are intended to perform their function using the open air, while others are designed to interact

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Winter Weather Preparedness Tips

January 2018 brought record snowfall and even freezing rain to parts of Florida, and while it’s rare to see snow in the Sunshine State, it can and does happen. Many Floridians don’t think to prepare for such weather events, but sometimes winter weather preparedness can keep you more comfortable – or even save your life. Here are five winter weather preparedness tips designed to help you stay safe with minimal effort. #1 – Keep an Emergency Kit in Your Car If there is even the slightest possibility

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Furnace in Florida: Is it Really Necessary?

Most Floridians find they don’t need to heat their homes often. When they do, they usually turn to heat strips or even space heaters to keep them warm. However, there is some debate about the efficiency of these heating methods, so Floridians are asking more questions about traditional furnaces. Should you install a gas or electric furnace, or is space heating all you need? The Trouble with Space Heating Space heating is convenient and simple, and it doesn’t require a tremendous initial investment. You can go out

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Fun Facts about the Florida Climate in Winter

Whether you’re a Florida native or you’re a relative newcomer, you probably know the Sunshine State isn’t always warm and bright. In fact, there are times when it can get downright cold in Florida, even in the far southern part of the state. Here, you’ll discover some interesting tidbits about the Florida climate. You’ll also find some statistics highlighting record lows, average temperatures, and even a few unique wintertime weather events. The Average Winter Temperature In the Lakeland area, winters are typically quite mild. There are only

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3 Furnace Odors You Need to Take Seriously

Though Floridians don’t need to run their furnaces as often as people in other parts of the country, there will inevitably come a day (or night) when you need to use your furnace to stay warm. If you notice any of the following three furnace odors, you should take immediate action to ensure your safety. Something Burning If you’ve ever smelled hot oil, burning rubber, or melting plastic, then you know these are some unpleasant odors. If you smell any of these while you’re running your furnace

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