Heat Pump Articles

Cold Climate Heat Pumps Are HVAC Game Changers

January 15, 2026

If you are looking for an HVAC system that heats and cools your Salem home, lowers energy bills, and is easy on the environment and your budget, consider an air-source heat pump. 

3 Reasons to Consider a Geothermal Heat Pump

September 30, 2025

Geothermal heat pumps have been in use since the 1940s, efficiently and thoroughly heating and cooling homes in the Mill City area.

2025 Heat Pump Buying Guide for Salem Homes

March 14, 2025

Tired of sky-high gas bills or uneven temperatures in your Salem, home? A heat pump could be the perfect solution for year-round comfort and significant energy savings.

Why Is My Heat Pump Freezing Up?

February 28, 2024

To help sort things out, here are the six usual suspects causing heat pumps to freeze up,

How to Determine Heat Pump Efficiency

November 30, 2023

If you are in the market for a new heat pump, efficiency is probably a key factor in your search. The Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) has a universal ranking system for heating and cooling units that serves to help. 

4 Factors to Consider When Buying a Heat Pump

October 31, 2023

So you are looking to invest in a heat pump. You are not alone––many Americans are making the switch.
Why? For starters, heat pumps are generally more efficient than a traditional heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. What is more, they offer both heating and cooling, so they are versatile.

Heat Pump Versus Furnace

February 25, 2021

Looking to install a new heater in your Portland home? Your two most popular choices are a heat pump and a furnace. Each one has advantages and disadvantages when compared to the other.

Transitioning Your Heat Pump

May 15, 2020

One reason Oregon homeowners love heat pumps is they function as an all-in-one unit. Instead of purchasing and maintaining a separate furnace and air conditioning system, you can simply transition your heat pump from the heat setting to the cooling setting and vice versa as seasons warrant. Our Gagle’s Heating team wants you to understand…