Category Archives for "Heat Pump"

5 Tips For Your Heating System In Extremely Cold Weather

5 Tips For Your Heating System In Extremely Cold Weather The weather can get very cold in our area of Pennsylvania. Towns like Rosemont, Ardmore, and Media can see the temperatures drop into the single digits when it starts to get really frigid, like it is this week. It’s important to stay warm in these dangerously cold conditions, and we...

HVAC Resolutions for 2025: Improving Home Comfort

HVAC Resolutions for 2025: Improving Home Comfort As a part of the new year, people often make resolutions to improve themselves, their lives, and their health. One place to focus on that will improve your quality of life, comfort, and save money is with your HVAC system. Ensuring your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system operates efficiently not only...

Installing A Multi-Zone Ductless System In Ardmore, PA

Installing A Multi-Zone Ductless System In Ardmore, PA This lovely home in Ardmore just turned 100 years old, and like many older homes, it had no central air conditioning system and radiators for heat. The old hydronic boiler system runs on gas and that heats water/steam that is then distributed throughout the radiator system- but these older systems are inefficient,...

The Best Heating Systems In 2025

The Best Heating Systems In 2025 Replacing your heating system is a big decision, and one that will affect your home for years to come. Your heating system keeps your home warm in the winter, and also has a huge impact on your energy bills. This is why you need to make sure you are choosing the right heating system...

Replacing Your Space Heater This Winter

Replacing Your Space Heater This Winter Right around this time of year is when people fire up their heating systems for the first time. If that means using space heaters to keep your home comfortable, we want to tell you about some better options that may be available. Space heaters are simple and can get the job done to some...

When Should You Replace Your Furnace?

When Should You Replace Your Furnace? It’s about that time of year where you start to get your heating system ready for the winter. As you get your home ready for the winter, you may consider replacing your heating system. It’s not always easy to determine when you should replace your furnace.  Replacing your heating system can help you avoid...

How To Alleviate Fall Allergies Using Your HVAC System

How To Alleviate Fall Allergies Using Your HVAC System Here in the Philadelphia region, the cooler weather can really aggravate some allergies. As the heat kicks on for the first time in months, the air gets drier and your sinuses get more reactive to pollen, dust, mold, mildew, pet dander and more. While we’re all looking forward to apple picking,...

Should I Have My Ductless Mini Split Deep Cleaned?

Should I Have My Ductless Mini Split Deep Cleaned?Ductless mini splits are some of our favorite heating and cooling equipment that we install. In fact, we even have ductless mini splits in our Havertown office! But as a part of running a mini split all year long, you will also have to keep it clean. We recommend you clean the...

The Best Time Of Year For Furnace Maintenance

When Is The Best Time Of Year For Furnace Maintenance? We believe that the fall, specifically between September and November, is the best time of year for furnace maintenance. If you have to wait until the winter to have furnace maintenance performed, that’s fine too, but we have a few reasons that you should do it before the winter.  I’ve...

End Of Summer Checklist For Your Home

End Of Summer Checklist For Your Home The summer is winding down, and we are happy to see the heat waves on their way out the door. As a part of saying goodbye to the summer, we want to make sure you are taking care of a few home maintenance tasks that will get your home ready for the next...

Oil to Electric Heat and Cooling with Carrier Ductless

0 Greg, a homeowner in Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania, recognized the need to upgrade the heating and cooling systems in his rental property. The oil boiler and radiator heating system still provided adequate heat for the home, but persistent cold spots forced the tenants to use space heaters on colder days. Concerned about tenant comfort, safety, and high energy bills, Greg embarked...

Average Furnace Repair Cost In and Around Havertown, PA

What Does A Furnace Repair Cost In and Around Havertown, PARealizing your furnace is broken is a terrible feeling. Maybe you notice the heat has stopped coming out of the vents, and you don't exactly know where to go from there. For residents in and around Havertown, PA, understanding the costs associated with furnace repairs is a good way to...

Installing A Multi-Zone Mini Split System In Drexel Hill, PA

Installing A Multi-Zone Mini Split System In Drexel Hill, PA In older homes in the Upper Darby Township area, it’s common to find that they use oil as their primary heating solution, with radiators located throughout the home.  While oil provides warm heat, it is getting more and more expensive, and the volatile nature of heating oil prices can put...

Heat Pump Won’t Turn Off? Top Reasons (And What to Do)

Heat Pump Won’t Turn Off? Top Reasons (And What to Do) Heat pumps have become one of the most popular ways to heat and cool a home. Just like any mechanical system, they can sometimes malfunction. A common issue homeowners may encounter is when a heat pump won't turn off. This can lead to discomfort, wasted energy, and potentially larger...

Mini Split For A Garage: What A Homeowner Needs To Know

Mini Split For A Garage: What A Homeowner Needs To Know A mini split in a garage space turns a single-use room into a year-round multi-purpose room. Many of us use our garage to not only house and protect our cars, but also for general storage, hobbies, or home projects. The biggest issue with using a garage all year long...

Mini Split Vs. Heat Pump: What Are the Differences?

Mini Split Vs. Heat Pump: What Are the Differences?When considering the most appropriate heating and cooling system for a home, two popular options come to mind: mini splits and heat pumps. Often, there is confusion between the two, leading homeowners to wonder about the mini split vs heat pump debate.I have been working with heat pumps and mini splits for...

5 Benefits of Replacing A Furnace With a Heat Pump

5 Benefits of Replacing A Furnace With a Heat PumpAt John Cipollone Inc. we take pride in being able to offer installation, repair, and service of all kinds of heating and cooling systems. And right now, the “hottest” (forgive the pun) system that we have been installing is the heat pump. If you are thinking about replacing your old traditional furnace,...

Do Heat Pumps Need Annual Maintenance?

Do Heat Pumps Need Annual Maintenance?Here at John Cipollone, Inc., homeowners frequently ask us if heat pumps require annual maintenance. It is an understandable question. You may say to yourself that you have more important or more immediate things to spend your money on. And if it isn’t broken - don’t fix it! But the reality is that annual maintenance of...

Should I Get A Furnace And AC Tune Up At The Same Time?

Should I Get A Furnace And AC Tune Up At The Same Time?Everyone loves saving time and money, and sometimes people think getting a heating and cooling tune up at the same time will do that. The truth is, you really should have each of them done separately, at the appropriate times of year, especially in an area like ours....

Furnace Maintenance Checklist: 3 Easy Steps For a Tune Up

Furnace Maintenance Checklist: 3 Easy Steps For a Tune UpBeing comfortable in the winter largely relies on how well your furnace works. An efficiently running furnace ensures a cozy home and energy bills that aren't going through the roof.The best way to ensure your furnace is working well is with regular maintenance. Using our comprehensive furnace maintenance checklist, you can...

What Does A Furnace Tune-Up Cost In Havertown, PA? [2023]

What Does A Furnace Tune-Up Cost In Havertown, PA? [2023]The best way to get the most out of your furnace is by making sure it has regular maintenance at least once a year. The cost of a furnace tune-up is well worth it when you consider how beneficial it is. Your furnace should last 10-20 years, and has a major...

Do Heat Pumps Cool As Well As Air Conditioners?

Do Heat Pumps Cool As Well As Air Conditioners? One of the most frequently asked questions that we get at John Cipollone, Inc. is whether heat pumps cool as efficiently as air conditioners. Our answer is always - “yes, and more!”. Yes, a heat pump cools plus it provides heat as well unlike a traditional air conditioner. In order to...

Cost Of Heat Pump Vs. Air Conditioner Homeowner’s Guide 2023

Cost Of Heat Pump Vs. Air Conditioner: Homeowner's Guide 2023 When you are deciding on a new HVAC system for your home, you will probably be looking into the cost as a primary deciding factor. In this article, we will discuss the cost of a heat pump vs. air conditioner. Obviously, the initial cost is important, but it’s not the...

What’s The Difference Between Forced Air Vs Heat Pump HVAC?

What’s The Difference Between Forced Air Vs. Heat Pump HVAC?Here at John Cipollone, we’re often asked what the difference is between forced air and heat pumps for your HVAC system. With our years of experience serving homeowners in the Havertown area, we’ve worked on every time of heating and cooling system you can imagine, and our goal is to make...

How Long Does It Take To Install A New AC Unit In 2023

Deciding who you should consult when making a major purchase like a new Air Conditioning system for your home or office is so important. Understanding what’s involved - like how long it will take and how to clean an installation will be - can only be answered by a professional HVAC technician, like the ones here are John Cipollone Inc.!I...

Can Mini Splits Heat And Cool A House In Havertown, PA?

Can Mini Splits Heat And Cool A House In Havertown, PA? Today’s ductless mini splits can heat and cool an entire house for year-round comfort. They’re also incredibly energy-efficient, which means they cost less to run than other common HVAC solutions. These systems are more popular than ever here in Havertown, PA. And, starting this year, there are more local...

How Much Does A New Central Air Conditioner Cost?

How Much Does A New Central Air Conditioner Cost? Air conditioning is a necessity just about everywhere! Not only does it provide relief from the summer heat, but it also helps us survive the humidity of our Mid-Atlantic summers. What was once considered a luxury is now considered a necessity. So, if you are thinking about a new air conditioner...

Replacing An AC With A Heat Pump In Newtown Square

Replacing An Air Conditioning System With A Heat Pump In Newtown Square, PA Matt and his wife moved into their Newtown Square home and knew they would need to make some changes. They had an older air conditioning system, and their oil heating was costing them a decent amount of money to run. They called a few different HVAC contractors...

How To Calculate The Cost To Run A Mini Split In Your Home

Calculate The Cost To Run A Mini Split Heat Pump System At Home Everyone loves walking into a cozy, warm home on a cold winter day, but it doesn’t always feel so cozy when you get your energy bills in the mail. Heating and cooling your home can become expensive if you have old, inefficient HVAC equipment. We want to...

What The Inflation Reduction Act Means For Homeowners

The Inflation Reduction Act You may have heard about the Inflation Reduction Act, and maybe not. In a nutshell, it’s a significant piece of federal legislation that passed this past August, aimed, in part, at fighting climate change and putting incentives in place for businesses and homeowners to adopt more eco-friendly practices, including increasing energy efficiency. So What Does That...

Four Signs You Need to Replace Your Heater

Four Signs You Need to Replace Your Heater There is no such thing as a heater that never needs service or repair - or a system that never needs replacing. It is just one of the facts of homeownership. And when your system will need service or replacement is not an “if” situation but a “when” situation. So, we wanted...

How Much Does A New Furnace Cost For Main Line, PA Homes?

How Much Does A New Furnace Cost?  Here in the Ardmore PA and Main Line area, homes have a variety of heating and cooling systems. Some homes run on natural gas while others run on oil heat. Some people use electric systems as well.  All of them have pros and cons, but if you have an aging HVAC system in...

Main Line HVAC: How Many Years Does A Heat Pump Last?

On average, heat pumps last about 15 years. Less if you don’t take care of them, and up to 20 (or more!) with the proper maintenance. However, its performance may suffer as it gets older, just like any appliance. So, you want to find the sweet spot for when to replace it. In this article, we’ll go through everything you...

Oil Heat Vs Gas Heat

0 How is oil heat safer and more convenient than gas? Last time, we looked at the economic reasons to switch from gas to oil heat. That is, the ways you can save money by converting. But even though dollars and cents are really important, they’re not the only things to consider. There’s also safety to consider, for instance. And that...