Heat pump technology makes air conditioners and refrigerators work, which isn’t new. But some of its applications are. Residential heat pump systems, which may replace gas and resistive heat furnaces ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Heat pump dryers are coming to the U.S. and they’re going to change the way we use dryers. Upsides: No more venting! You can put ‘em anywhere, and ...

When it’s too cold and wet to dry laundry outside, a tumble dryer is your best friend. But with three different types available, how does a dryer actually work? The best dryers can be vented, ...

Q: We need a new clothes dryer and are wondering whether to invest in a heat-pump model. I know they are more energy-efficient, but are there big maintenance issues, such as cleaning the condenser ...

Heat pumps function similarly to refrigerators or air conditioners, which take warm air from one space and send it to another. In the winter, a heat pump transfers heat from the outdoors inside and, ...

What's the difference between warm air and cool air? In fact, what does “temperature” even mean? It's stranger than you think. At a basic level, if you increase the temperature of air, you increase ...

Heat pumps use less energy than furnaces or central air conditioners. Taking advantage of rebates can reduce your heat pump installation costs. In Canada’s climate, having a good source of home ...

Air conditioning bills are spiking and as climate change starts to impact more parts of the country, air conditioners are running for longer periods. Now millions of Americans are starting to install ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...