heat pump – Emke Schaab ClimateCare

What is a heat pump?

With the Ontario government’s leaked cap & trade proposal, heat pumps and geothermal received a little bit of attention. What is this home heating source that was possibly the goal for 2030 for new builds? A heat pump is a highly efficient piece of heating and cooling equipment that runs on electricity and utilizes the […]

Fixing the Problem Areas

Whether your home is older with drafts or has been renovated without air flow considerations, it is possible that you have a room or area that is never comfortable. It is either too hot during the summer, won’t heat up during the winter, or both; making it only usable or comfortable during the shoulder seasons. […]

Geothermal Heat Pump Not Working

In keeping with the optimism of the last post (no cooling tips), here are some tips if your geothermal (WaterFurnace, ClimateMaster, NextEnergy, etc) unit isn’t heating or cooling. 1. Check the batteries in your thermostat 2. Adjust the temperature a couple degrees (raise it if you are looking for heat and lower if you are […]