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What is an Electric Heat Pump, and How Do They Work?

October 12, 2022 by Dakota Brouillard

Both Sections of a heat pump As the cost of oil and natural gas continue to rise, many Massachusetts residents are making the switch to high efficiency heat pumps for their heating and cooling. Let’s get a better understanding of what a heat pump system can do for your home, and the benefits that come with them!

What is a Heat Pump?

A heat pump is best described as an electric powered heating and cooling solution for your home. Unlike most heating solutions, heat pumps use no fossil fuels, and are considered much more energy efficient than your fossil fuel-based heat sources.

Heat pumps don’t actually generate any heat, but rather move heat between two sources, which brings us to the two main types of heat pumps:

  • Air source heat pumps
  • Ground source heat pumps

An air-source heat pump moves heat between the air inside the home, and air outside the home.

Ground source heat pumps, also known as geothermal heat pumps, transfer heat between the ground outside and the air inside the home.

Main Components of a Heat Pump System

When trying to visualize a heat pump system, it’s best to break it into two major components:

  • Indoor Unit
  • Outdoor Unit

Indoor Unit

Air-Handler or Minisplit.

You’ll often hear the indoor unit referred to as the ‘air-handler” portion of the system, and it’s what you see moving the air inside your actual home. You may have heard of them as Mini-splits.

Depending on whether you’re looking to heat or cool your home, the condenser inside the mini split acts differently. If in heating mode, the coil acts as a condenser, and in cooling mode its acts as an evaporator.

Outdoor Unit

Outdoor Unit Install.

The outdoor unit acts similarly to the indoor unit, but utilizes the outside air to manage the heat exchange through the inner coil. If you’ve ever seen a home with central air conditioning, you’ve more then likely seen a similar outdoor unit as they do the same job.

How Does a Heat Pump Work in Heating Mode?

Heat ALWAYS wants to move to areas with lower temperature, or where less heat is present. The coils we previously discussed actually contain coolant, and it’s the coolant’s job to help this transfer of heat depending on whether or not you want it warmer or cooler in your home.

There is a reversing valve present that does the heavy lifting between heating and cooling mode. In heating mode, the outside coil acts as the evaporator and the indoor coil acts as the condenser. Outside air passes through the coil, and the heat is released into the home as energy.

How Does a Heat Pump Work in Cooling Mode?

Cooling mode works just like heating mode, but reversed! The outside coil becomes the condenser and the inside coil is the evaporator. Air from inside the house is pulled through the coil and the heat is absorbed by the refrigerant.

Think of how your air conditioners work, and you’ll find it’s an almost identical process.

While the process is a bit more in depth, this should give you a better, general understanding of how heat pumps operate.

So, Why Choose Heat Pumps?

Outdoor Unit Being Installed.

Now that you understand how they work, you may be wondering why so many Massachusetts residents are making the switch to heat pumps for their heating and cooling needs. That’s easy!

If your home currently uses a gas furnace for heat, or even oil, you’re not being as efficient as you could be. Heat pump heating systems use electricity, and are considered FAR MORE efficient than any fossil fuel based home heating system.

We’ve helped countless residents take advantage of the available incentives through the Mass Save program, and reduce their overall energy bills thanks to the efficiency of these systems. Not to mention, they take care of the air conditioning too!

Not only are you making your home more energy efficient, but you’re reducing your household carbon-footprint significantly.

Here at Endless Energy, We Know Heat Pumps

If you’re a Massachusetts resident and want to install a heat pump in your home, give us a call today. Our experts will answer any questions you may have, and we’ll even set you up with a 0 cost home energy assessment, where we’ll get a better idea of your home and tailor the best personalized options for you.

Plus, with the help of the Mass Save program, we’ll get you energy efficient without breaking the bank, and go over all the different incentives you may or may not qualify for.

So, what are you waiting for? Give us a call, and let us help you understand how a heat pump system can change the way you think about comfort!

Re-Think Comfort in Your Home!

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Newton Residents Can Save Big, and Cut Energy Costs

September 28, 2022 by Dakota Brouillard

A greener home means a greener community!

If you are a resident of Newton, Massachusetts, now is the time to take advantage of their HeatSmart Newton program.

In recent months, Endless Energy has become a  preferred partner of the town of Newton in its quest to reduce their overall carbon footprint and become a leader in the green movement.

We’ll help you navigate the HeatSmart Newton initiative sponsored by your town, to better understand what you qualify for, and how we can help you save money.

Before we get into how we can help you with your heating services, let’s break down the actual HeatSmart Newton initiative and see what it offers its residents.

What is HeatSmart Newton?

HeatSmart Newton is a relatively new, clean heating and cooling initiative based in the Newton community and exclusively run by volunteers. This initiative is meant to help residents improve the overall comfort of their home, lower the cost of their energy bills, and reduce their total greenhouse gas emissions.

Similar to the Mass Save Program, HeatSmart Newton offers special financing and incentives for your energy related products, in order to help mitigate costs for the home-owner. Let’s take a look at some of the incentives available through the program below!

Available HeatSmart Newton Incentives

Everything you need to know about current available financing and incentives available through the program can be found right on the HeatSmart website. As of September 2022, the available rebates and credits are  detailed below.

Mini-splits are the heat delivery system of the future!

Air source Heat Pumps/ Ground Source Heat Pumps

If you’re looking to upgrade your current home heating service to a more energy efficient one, look no further than Air Source Heat pumps.

Depending on your situation, qualifying residents can get access to the following incentives for a new heat pump installation:

Partial Home: $1,250 rebate per ton of heat pump capacity added. Heat pump MUST be displacing heat that was originally produced by fossil fuels or electric.

Whole Home: $10,000 for air source, $15,000 for ground source systems, installed to be the primary heating (or air conditioning system) system.

Heat Pump Incentive details

Heat Pump Water Heaters

Resident who choose to upgrade their hot water heater, originally powered by electric, oil, propane, or natural gas, with a more efficient heat pump water heater will be eligible  for $750 in instant savings!

Mass Save Heat Pump Water Heater Rebate detauks

Special Financing

Also referred to as the Mass Save HEAT Loan, there is special financing available to qualifying residents who’re taking on a much larger project than they had anticipated. The Mass Save HEAT loan helps avoid costly personal loans with varying interest rates.

The Mass Save HEAT Loan  offers a maximum loan amount of $25,000 at 0% interest with terms going up to seven years in length. Currently, there are over 90 banks and credit unions that work with Mass Save to help deliver financing that saves you money on your HVAC service!

Take a look at this infograph directly from the HeatSmart website for more information:

Mass Save HEAT Loan details

Where Does Endless Energy Come In?

So now you might be asking yourself, ” Okay, so where does Endless Energy come in?”

A tech working on ventilation

Right now! Thanks to our preferred partnership with Newton, our experts are on standby; ready to help assist any residents that want to see what options are available to them, what they qualify for, and how to go about saving the most money with these programs.

Our professionals will schedule a visit to your home, where they’ll do a general inspection of your home to get a better idea of where your energy is being lost. They’ll work with you, so you know what’s going on every step of the way, and work with you to help develop an “energy efficient solution” for your home that adds to the overall comfort level, and reduces your total carbon footprint.

Best of all, our experts know these programs inside and out, so they’ll be sure you’re saving every penny you can, all while adding value and comfort to your greatest asset.

Give Us a Call Today!

The frigid Boston winter is right around the corner, and it’s best to be prepared. Don’t get stuck with a heating repair bill this winter for your old outdated system. Call us today, and we’ll set your home up with quality product and installation, so you can get back to enjoying your hot chocolate and home comfort, knowing your new heat pump heating system will keep you warm for many winters to come. Best of all, you won’t break the bank!

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Mass Save Program’s $10,000 Whole-Home Rebate

September 13, 2022 by Dakota Brouillard

Mass Save Program’s $10,000 Whole-Home Rebate

If you’re a Massachusetts resident looking to save money on your energy bills, there has never been a better opportunity to take advantage of Mass Save’s available rebates.

Let’s take a look at the details of the Mass Save rebates, and try to make them a little bit easier to understand!

Understanding the 2022 Mass Save Program Rebates

We’ll focus specifically on the rebates available for heat pump systems in Massachusetts, and how to best take advantage of the savings suited for your situation. 

Currently, the rebates available for heat pump systems are broken down into two categories: Whole-Home Rebates, and Partial-Home/Supplemental Rebates.

Mass Save Whole-Home Rebate

For residents looking to replace their current heating and cooling system with a much more efficient heat pump system, the Whole-Home rebate is the best option for you.

Right now, Mass save is offering a $10,000 rebate to use towards the purchase of a whole home heat pump system as your main source of heating and cooling.

Mass Save Partial-Home/Supplemental Rebates

Not looking to replace your whole home heating and cooling system? That’s okay too! For residents looking to add onto their existing heating system, look no further than the Partial-Home/Supplemental rebates!

Currently, Mass Save is offering $1,250 per ton, with a maximum rebate available of $10,000. So, if you’re just looking to heat or cool a small section of your home, this is the right rebate for you.

Who Qualifies For the 2022 Mass Save Program Rebates?

You may be asking yourself, “Ok, but who qualifies for these Mass Save Program rebates?” Depending on your current heating and air conditioning equipment needs, it’s easy to figure out who qualifies for which rebate.

Qualifications for the Mass Save Whole-Home Rebate

In order to qualify for the whole-home rebate, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Must be a National Grid, Eversource, or Unitil Customer
  • Take an Home Energy Assessment through the Mass Save Program
  • Complete all weatherization recommendations made during your Home Energy Assessment
  • Heat Pump installation must be the sole source of heating and cooling

Qualifications for the Mass Save Partial Home/Supplemental Rebates

For residents looking to take advantage of the Partial Home/Supplemental Rebates, you’ll instead have to meet the following requirements:

  • Must be a National Grid, Eversource, or Unitil Customer (utility company)
  • Must be adding on to their current heating system, or adding it to a small section of their home.
  • Homes with natural gas, oil, or propane as back-up heating systems need to also have integrated controls installed.

Don’t Forget To Take Advantage of The Mass Save Heat Loan!

Depending on your situation, you may qualify for Mass Save’s heat loan. If you choose to take advantage of the heat loan, you’ll gain access to the following benefits:

  • Up to $25,000 loan towards the purchase and installation of your heating and cooling equipment
  • 0% financing for up to 7 years

For those who qualify, this is a great option to get all of their heating and cooling needs taken care of in one go. Best of all, there’s no interest, so you’ll maximize on savings potential!

Which Heat Pump Systems are Covered by the 2022 Mass Save Program Rebates?

The best part about the 2022 Mass Save Program rebates are that nearly all of your heat pump solutions qualify!

Whether you’re a customer with existing ductwork looking to update your current heating system, or looking for a whole home solution that best fits your needs; chances are you qualify for the 2022 Mass Save Program rebates.

Ducted Systems vs. Ductless Systems; Mass Save Covers Both!

While both ducted and ductless systems work on very similar principles, both have more overall energy efficiency than boilers or furnaces for your heating and cooling needs. Mass save has  you covered, as they offer rebates for both!

Not sure if you’re best suited for a ducted or ductless system in your home? Let’s take a look at some of the differences between the two so you can get a better idea of what’ll best work for your situation.

Ducted Systems

Ducted systems are best for customers with duct work already in their homes. A ducted system typically consists of one outdoor unit, and the central indoor unit that pumps the air through the existing ductwork.

If you don’t already have ductwork in your home, there’s always the option to add new ductwork, but typically that can get expensive. That’s where the ductless systems shine best!

Ductless Systems

Ductless systems, also referred to as “Mini Split heat pumps,” are a more flexible option for customers who don’t have existing ductwork, or are only looking to partially upgrade their heating and cooling systems.

Ductless systems offer zone heating and cooling, due to their multi unit designs. They’re also great options to heat workshops or garages, and can be controlled independently as needed.

Customers all over Massachusetts are making the switch to ductless systems, and with the available Mass Save Program rebates, it makes sense!

Now You Can Make Sense of the New 2022 Mass Save Program Rebates!

Now that you know which Mass Save rebates you qualify for, it’s time to take advantage of them so you can start saving on your home heating and cooling bills right away!

Give us a call today, and we’ll help set you up with the best heat pump solution to fit the needs of your home, and answer any questions you may still have.

For Ductless heat pumps we currently install the following manufacturers:

  • Mitsubishi
  • LG
  • Fujitsu

If you’d like to learn more about any of the brands, follow the links to their website.

You can also head over to the Mass Save Website, and check out the available rebates right now for yourself!

So, what are you waiting for? Utilize these rebates for ductless air conditioning, and upgrade your outdated traditional HVAC system today!

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