Air Source Heat Pumps

Heat Pump Troubleshooting, Part 3: Stuck Sliders and Hidden Leaks

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400

A magnet, a thermometer, and the right pressure readings can tell you everything about a failing reversing valve.

The NEWSMakers Podcast: Panama Bartholomy on Policy, Grid Readiness, and Contractor Opportunity

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0500

The U.S. is now the world’s top heat pump market. This episode explains how we got here and what comes next

Dual Fuel Solutions Offer Peace of Mind

chrisgray@achrnews.com (Chris Gray) — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:00:00 -0500

Contractors are leaning into dual fuel solutions as a way to give homeowners more efficient comfort, and better peace of mind.

HVAC Q&A Episode 19: Getting On Board the Heat Pump Train

mariataylor@achrnews.com (Maria Taylor) — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -0500

How do you get ‘old-school guys’ excited about heat pumps? Jim Bergmann, president of MeasureQuick, used to be one of those guys. Then he installed a heat pump in his basement — and everything changed. In this video, Bergmann explains the BTUs that made him a believer — and why the old saying “don’t knock it ‘till you try it” holds true with heat pumps.

Bosch: HVAC Replacements To Ramp Up Again in 2027, Later 2026

mariataylor@achrnews.com (Maria Taylor) — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 16:45:00 -0500

Bosch sees a challenging start to 2026 for HVAC, but the back half of the year — and 2027 — could bring renewed growth as replacement cycles return.

Study: Heat Pumps Three Times More Efficient than Boilers

chrisgray@achrnews.com (Chris Gray) — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -0500

As heat pumps gain popularity in the U.S., a new study out of France provides additional evidence that heat pumps are both an efficient and sustainable option.

Troubleshooting Heat Pumps Stuck in One Mode

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0500

A reversing valve can fail 3 ways: stuck in position, defective/displaced, or internal leak.

Understanding a Defrost Board on a Heat Pump

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0500

This technical primer breaks down defrost control board operation, key components, and practical troubleshooting steps every HVACR technician should know.

Dual Fuel Done Right: It Starts Before the Thermostat

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0500

Heat pumps may be leading sales, but dual fuel systems are winning on trust, redundancy, and real-world reliability.

Why More Homeowners Are Choosing Electric Heating

chrisgray@achrnews.com (Chris Gray) — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -0500

ACCA’s Contractor of the Future survey showed that contractors who offer four or more choices increased their closed rates by 24%.

Cold Climate Heat Pumps: What Contractors Need to Know About Performance, Incentives, and Selling the Benefits

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0500

Modern heat pumps are engineered for extreme cold, yet misconceptions persist. Field data and proper system design are changing how contractors approach winter heating solutions.

Troubleshooting the Heat Pump Defrost Cycle: A Step-By-Step Guide

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0500

If defrost isn’t working, something in the chain is broken. This step-by-step approach shows you exactly where to look and what to test.

Electric Heating Surges: What it Means for HVACR Contractors

bellolih@bnpmedia.com (Hannah Belloli-Oster) — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0500

For HVACR contractors, the shift to electric is no longer a hypothetical or a phenomenon. It’s become a force shaping demand, training needs, pricing strategies, and long-term business planning.

What Rising Electricity Rates Means for HVACR

bellolih@bnpmedia.com (Hannah Belloli-Oster) — Mon, 22 Dec 2025 13:00:00 -0500

Are rising interest rates strengthening the case for efficient systems?

Heat Pumps Surge in Popularity

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Looking at the numbers, it is obvious that heat pump technology in the residential HVAC market continues to surge. Heat pump shipments surpassed gas furnaces in 2022 and have not looked back.

Heat Pumps and Rising Electricity Costs: What Are the Tradeoffs?

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0500

Homeowners are staring at bigger electricity bills and asking hard questions about heat pumps. Here’s how to explain why higher electric rates don’t automatically mean higher total heating costs.

The Heat Pump Push: 10 States Team Up to Electrify America’s Homes

mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman) — Tue, 18 Nov 2025 13:00:00 -0500

Member states double down on heat pump support — aiming to grow economies, create local jobs, and reduce energy costs.

Heat Pump Makers See Market Opportunities

mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman) — Fri, 14 Nov 2025 07:00:00 -0500

Manufacturers say the “next wave” of growth will be retrofit-friendly systems that drop into existing homes with minimal electrical work.

Carrier Field-Testing Battery-Enabled HVAC Platform

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 07:00:00 -0500

The new technology is expected to cut consumer energy bills, and contractors would only see a modest upskilling to install the next-gen platform.

HVAC Q&A Episode 14: Heat Pump Horror Stories

mariataylor@achrnews.com (Maria Taylor) — Tue, 02 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Kim Bergeron, COO of Bergeron Mechanical, and Nate Adams, founder of Nate the House Whisperer, share insight into their biggest heat pump design/installation culprits — plus a couple non-HVAC-related mishaps.

Heat Pumps Trend Upward

bellolih@bnpmedia.com (Hannah Belloli-Oster) — Thu, 31 Jul 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Heat pump popularity continues to grow even as federal incentives face elimination.

Surprising Trends From California Heat Pump Research

bellolih@bnpmedia.com (Hannah Belloli-Oster) — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Researchers conducted a study to discover how to speed up affordable heat pump development.

Top Heat Pump Installation Mistakes — And How to Avoid Them

mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman) — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0400

The increasing popularity of residential air-source heat pumps also means increasing room for installation errors. Experts from several manufacturers list some common mistakes and explain how to steer clear of them.

California Heat Pump Study Shows Some Surprising Results

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -0400

A new study explores short- and medium-term strategies to help speed the adoption of affordable and efficient heat pumps in California.

6 Million Heat Pumps By 2030? California Has a Plan.

mariataylor@achrnews.com (Maria Taylor) — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0400

California Heat Pump Partnership has published a ‘Blueprint’ for how to scale up heat pumps, and as electrification shifts to the states, the rest of the country should take notice.

Heat Pump Innovations Drive Decarbonization and Savings for Homeowners

bellolih@bnpmedia.com (Hannah Belloli-Oster) — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 17:00:00 -0400

New advancements in heat pump technology are emerging as part of a broader push towards electrification and decarbonization, and manufacturers are rolling out innovative systems.

Panel Lays Out Vision for the Future of Heat Pumps at AHR Expo

keatinga@bnpmedia.com (Austin Keating) — Mon, 10 Feb 2025 17:10:27 -0500

At this year's AHR Expo, industry leaders gathered for a panel discussion on heat pump technology at the Midea booth.

Cold Climate Heat Pumps Up to the 'Challenge'

mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman) — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 07:00:00 -0500

Eight manufacturers are putting what they learned during the Residential Cold Climate Heat Pump Technology Challenge into new heat pumps, and two companies already have new models on the market.

Outlook for Residential Heat Pumps

mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman) — Wed, 22 Jan 2025 07:00:00 -0500

There’s been steady growth in the popularity of heat pumps overall, but their attractiveness varies across different market segments, according to an HVAC executive who follows the trends.

The Untapped Heat Pump Market: Part 2

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 13:00:00 -0500

Industry insiders react to customer concerns about upfront costs, and speculate on where the heat pump market goes from here.