How are Heat Pumps Doing in Cold Winter Weather? buff.ly/xZre2Q9 See installations in the #snow and share your projects! #heaptpumps #HVAC #minisplits #homes #energyefficiency #energy #heating #winter #weather #sustainability #building #construction #greenbuilding
How are your Heat Pumps Doing in Winter: The Good, the Bad, & The Ugly?
How are your heat pumps doing this winter? Heat pump compressors and snow aren't always a good mix. There are some ways to protect and raise compressors, but if not, one HVAC professional reminded us…
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November 13, 2026 at 4:07 PM
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Mini Split Compressor Placement in Cold Climates: Learn from this example! buff.ly/3GkPjQM Mini split condenser location matters, as units must have sufficient air intake and exhaust. #minisplits #heatpumps #heating #HVAC #compressors #greenbuilding #energyefficiency
Mini Split Compressor Placement in Cold Climates (Think about Snow and Other Conditions)
It's important to think about snow and other risks when locating a mini split compressor, as the units must have sufficient space for air intake and exhaust. A lack of planning in this example means…
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November 4, 2026 at 7:37 PM
Mini Split Compressor Placement in Cold Climates: Learn from this example! buff.ly/3GkPjQM Mini split condenser location matters, as units must have sufficient air intake and exhaust. #minisplits #heatpumps #heating #HVAC #compressors #greenbuilding #energyefficiency
A non-trivial comparison with all the variables. Glad others can do it!
After a month with my new minisplits, an unexpected benefit is that it's so *quiet*, inside and outside by the unit. The oil furnace with its burner and fans is like a small locomotive running in the basement.
After a month with my new minisplits, an unexpected benefit is that it's so *quiet*, inside and outside by the unit. The oil furnace with its burner and fans is like a small locomotive running in the basement.
November 2, 2026 at 4:33 PM
A non-trivial comparison with all the variables. Glad others can do it!
After a month with my new minisplits, an unexpected benefit is that it's so *quiet*, inside and outside by the unit. The oil furnace with its burner and fans is like a small locomotive running in the basement.
After a month with my new minisplits, an unexpected benefit is that it's so *quiet*, inside and outside by the unit. The oil furnace with its burner and fans is like a small locomotive running in the basement.
I got a heat pump for half the house (minisplits) because the oil furnace is old and could die soon. Of course, it might last another decade, especially since I'll be using it much less - basically only when somebody's in the guest room - but that's a worthwhile risk.
October 27, 2026 at 3:22 PM
I got a heat pump for half the house (minisplits) because the oil furnace is old and could die soon. Of course, it might last another decade, especially since I'll be using it much less - basically only when somebody's in the guest room - but that's a worthwhile risk.
Why are façade-mounted minisplits banned?
October 25, 2026 at 1:53 PM
Why are façade-mounted minisplits banned?
These things are worse than facade-mounted minisplits in every way, except that they allow the DOB to not reconsider their ban on facade-mounted minisplits. They’re the same tech and basic concept, it’s just that they’re less secured (balanced rather than bolted on to the facade), and…
NYC Local Law 97 requires large buildings to slash pollution over time, which leads to energy efficiency.
Now, we’re starting to see huge progress as heat pumps reduce energy use by 90%. 🎉
90% (!!!)
✅ lower energy bills
✅ good jobs
✅ less pollution
www.urbangreencouncil.org/room-heat-pu...
Now, we’re starting to see huge progress as heat pumps reduce energy use by 90%. 🎉
90% (!!!)
✅ lower energy bills
✅ good jobs
✅ less pollution
www.urbangreencouncil.org/room-heat-pu...
Case Study Collection: Room Heat Pumps for Multifamily Retrofits - Urban Green Council
How do room heat pumps perform once they’re installed? Explore our room heat pump case studies.
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October 25, 2026 at 1:52 PM
These things are worse than facade-mounted minisplits in every way, except that they allow the DOB to not reconsider their ban on facade-mounted minisplits. They’re the same tech and basic concept, it’s just that they’re less secured (balanced rather than bolted on to the facade), and…
Yes, exactly. The former basically requires much larger penetrations than the latter, and in effect requires the units to be “packaged” such that they serve a single room (whereas minisplits can be “multisplits” that serve indoor units in two or three different rooms).
October 25, 2026 at 3:10 PM
Yes, exactly. The former basically requires much larger penetrations than the latter, and in effect requires the units to be “packaged” such that they serve a single room (whereas minisplits can be “multisplits” that serve indoor units in two or three different rooms).
spouse just asked for permission to change the minisplits over from a/c to heat. is it time to put the stuffing in my duvet cover?
October 11, 2026 at 8:22 PM
spouse just asked for permission to change the minisplits over from a/c to heat. is it time to put the stuffing in my duvet cover?
You are not wrong. Doing minisplits in the house would also solve my needing to drag out the ACs every summer.
October 11, 2026 at 3:10 AM
You are not wrong. Doing minisplits in the house would also solve my needing to drag out the ACs every summer.
We had 2 heat pump minisplits installed this summer to help the whole house AC when the weather is really hot.
Turns out they’re perfect for taking the edge off, cold or hot, during this changeable weather. No need to fire up the furnace or “big” AC.
Turns out they’re perfect for taking the edge off, cold or hot, during this changeable weather. No need to fire up the furnace or “big” AC.
October 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM
We had 2 heat pump minisplits installed this summer to help the whole house AC when the weather is really hot.
Turns out they’re perfect for taking the edge off, cold or hot, during this changeable weather. No need to fire up the furnace or “big” AC.
Turns out they’re perfect for taking the edge off, cold or hot, during this changeable weather. No need to fire up the furnace or “big” AC.
Change your filters.
October 6, 2026 at 11:13 PM
Change your filters.
That amazing period where the minisplits arent doing cooling or heating and my BGE bill drops to its yearly low
September 25, 2026 at 12:44 PM
That amazing period where the minisplits arent doing cooling or heating and my BGE bill drops to its yearly low
80% cost cuts in ground source heat pump drilling in the offing, but given the time horizon the NE states are just going to have to start "giving away" minisplits and insulation.
www.canarymedia.com/articles/geo...
www.canarymedia.com/articles/geo...
Dig Energy completes first project with novel geothermal drilling tech
The firm just wrapped work on a heating and cooling system for a Boston office. It says its rig makes drilling cheaper, quieter, and less water-intensive.
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September 18, 2026 at 3:02 PM
80% cost cuts in ground source heat pump drilling in the offing, but given the time horizon the NE states are just going to have to start "giving away" minisplits and insulation.
www.canarymedia.com/articles/geo...
www.canarymedia.com/articles/geo...
80% cost cuts in ground source heat pump drilling in the offing, but given the time horizon the NE states are just going to have to start "giving away" minisplits and insulation.
www.canarymedia.com/articles/geo...
www.canarymedia.com/articles/geo...
September 18, 2026 at 3:02 PM
80% cost cuts in ground source heat pump drilling in the offing, but given the time horizon the NE states are just going to have to start "giving away" minisplits and insulation.
www.canarymedia.com/articles/geo...
www.canarymedia.com/articles/geo...
I'm less concerned about their ability to keep up, and more that we have baseboard and freestanding radiators for heat. The house wasn't constructed for duct work, & installing it is not an option. We have looked at minisplits but the rooms they would work in aren't well suited for installation. 😔
September 18, 2026 at 6:23 PM
I'm less concerned about their ability to keep up, and more that we have baseboard and freestanding radiators for heat. The house wasn't constructed for duct work, & installing it is not an option. We have looked at minisplits but the rooms they would work in aren't well suited for installation. 😔
Smaller, Simpler Heat Pumps Remain Out of Reach for Canadian Renters www.theenergymix.com/smaller-simp...
Smaller, Simpler Heat Pumps Remain Out of Reach for Canadian Renters
Heat pumps are becoming smaller and easier to install as new options hit the market in the form of minisplits and window-mounted options. But in the absence of government support, renters still face h...
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September 14, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Smaller, Simpler Heat Pumps Remain Out of Reach for Canadian Renters www.theenergymix.com/smaller-simp...
Many in Massachusetts have already converted to gas or even to minisplits (raises hand) to get the AC. Last oil burner on my block went last week. The incentives to do so have been well received. Can't speak for NH, VT, ME or others.
September 11, 2026 at 9:44 PM
Many in Massachusetts have already converted to gas or even to minisplits (raises hand) to get the AC. Last oil burner on my block went last week. The incentives to do so have been well received. Can't speak for NH, VT, ME or others.
How old is that data? Also lumps a whole region together. A lot of NH and VT are on propane, and much of MA went to gas decades ago and now onto minisplits.
September 4, 2026 at 11:36 PM
How old is that data? Also lumps a whole region together. A lot of NH and VT are on propane, and much of MA went to gas decades ago and now onto minisplits.
Ah, at my house (minisplits) I had never considered what would happen if different indoor units were set to different modes.
At my bar it's a traditional split system so only one indoor unit per outdoor unit. I think there's an automated 5 minute cool down period if you switch the mode.
At my bar it's a traditional split system so only one indoor unit per outdoor unit. I think there's an automated 5 minute cool down period if you switch the mode.
September 1, 2026 at 12:38 PM
Ah, at my house (minisplits) I had never considered what would happen if different indoor units were set to different modes.
At my bar it's a traditional split system so only one indoor unit per outdoor unit. I think there's an automated 5 minute cool down period if you switch the mode.
At my bar it's a traditional split system so only one indoor unit per outdoor unit. I think there's an automated 5 minute cool down period if you switch the mode.
Smaller, Simpler Heat Pumps Remain Out of Reach for Canadian Renters www.theenergymix.com/smaller-simp...
Smaller, Simpler Heat Pumps Remain Out of Reach for Canadian Renters
Heat pumps are becoming smaller and easier to install as new options hit the market in the form of minisplits and window-mounted options. But in the absence of government support, renters still face h...
www.theenergymix.com
August 31, 2026 at 4:27 PM
Smaller, Simpler Heat Pumps Remain Out of Reach for Canadian Renters www.theenergymix.com/smaller-simp...
Smaller, Simpler Heat Pumps Remain Out of Reach for Canadian Renters www.theenergymix.com/smaller-simp...
Smaller, Simpler Heat Pumps Remain Out of Reach for Canadian Renters
Heat pumps are becoming smaller and easier to install as new options hit the market in the form of minisplits and window-mounted options. But in the absence of government support, renters still face h...
www.theenergymix.com
August 31, 2026 at 3:32 AM
Smaller, Simpler Heat Pumps Remain Out of Reach for Canadian Renters www.theenergymix.com/smaller-simp...
We got heatpump minisplits installed, and this involved:
- Moving furniture!
- Strangers coming into the house!
- Defenseless cats cruelly locked up while the strangers made STRANGE NOISES!
They're gone now, and the cats are patrolling.
- Moving furniture!
- Strangers coming into the house!
- Defenseless cats cruelly locked up while the strangers made STRANGE NOISES!
They're gone now, and the cats are patrolling.
August 26, 2026 at 5:58 PM
We got heatpump minisplits installed, and this involved:
- Moving furniture!
- Strangers coming into the house!
- Defenseless cats cruelly locked up while the strangers made STRANGE NOISES!
They're gone now, and the cats are patrolling.
- Moving furniture!
- Strangers coming into the house!
- Defenseless cats cruelly locked up while the strangers made STRANGE NOISES!
They're gone now, and the cats are patrolling.