Day and Night Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings - Day and Night heat pumps are produced for residential and light commercial applications. They come in SEER ratings from 13 SEER to 19 SEER and 10 HSPF. Day & Night heat pumps also come with R-410A environmentally friendly refrigerant. Selected Day & Night Heat Pumps are Energy Star rated.
The top of the line model offers ECM variable speed condenser fan motor that should be matched with the same efficiency level gas furnace or air handler to get the rated efficiency. If you do not match the indoor unit with the outdoor unit as recommended by the manufacturer then forget about achieving the efficiency level rated on either the indoor unit or the outdoor unit.
An added feature for the top-of-the-line Day & Night models includes a very quiet condenser and air handler. Both the ECM variable-speed condenser and blower motors have soft-start capabilities and are quiet running motors. (more…)
Ducane Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings - Ducane is known as a builders grade brand for HVAC equipment so you will not get all the bells and whistles you would with one of the bigger name brands such as Lennox or Trane.
Ducane, by the way, is owned by Lennox but Ducane has its niche producing heat pumps and other HVAC products that do not have the bells and whistles. Ducane heat pumps come in efficiency ranges from 13 SEER 7.5 HSPF to 18 SEER 9.2 HSPF. Ducane heat pump features the following in selected models: (more…)
Frigidaire Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings - Frigidaire Heat Pumps come in efficiency ranges from 13 SEER all the way up to 22 SEER and 10 HSPF. The same company that many are familiar with that produces refrigerators offers a full line of HVAC equipment through Nordyne.
The IQ Drive Frigidaire heat pumps are known as the most efficient conventional split system heat pumps you can buy with going with a geothermal heat pump system. The Frigidaire heat pump system with IQ drive can fully modulate from 40% all the way to 118% and with an operating range like that, you can be assured the Frigidaire can handle any load you can throw at it with efficiency.
IQ Drive is only available in select Frigidaire heat pump models. IQ Drive is essentially a rotary compressor using a variable speed drive that regulates the speed of the entire system based on demand. Rotary compressors have been used extensively in HVAC mostly in ductless mini-split systems. (more…)
Heil DX 1300 Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings - Heil is lean on listing features for their products. This can be good as Heil does not embellish their products with overblown and hyped descriptions. The Heil DX 1300 heat pump is rated at 13 SEER and is Heil’s economy version Heat Pump. The compressor in the Heil DX 1300 heat pump is a scroll compressor that has a sound blanket for quieter operation.
The unit looks attractive and is simple in design as well as features. You may now recognize this model as the Performance 13 Heat Pump. Heil’s listed features for the DX 1300 heat pump are: (more…)
Heil Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings - Heil offers heat pumps with efficiency ranges from 13 SEER 7.2 HSPF to 19 SEER 10 HSPF. Heil heat pumps come with better than average warranties giving the consumer more confidence in Heil quality and durability.
Top-of-the-line Heil heat pumps include a communicating system where the heat pump condenser and the air handler communicate via the thermostat. For this feature to work you will need to match the air handler with the heat pump condenser and use the Heil communicating thermostat. (more…)
Lennox Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings. Lennox produces heat pumps with efficiency ranges from 13 SEER 7.7 HSPF to 23.5 SEER 10.2 HSPF. They are known as a premium HVAC equipment manufacturer. Lennox produces air conditioners, heat pumps, gas furnaces, boilers, generators, and other HVAC comfort products. Lennox recently introduced a solar-assisted heat pump.
This heat pump uses photovoltaic solar technology to reduce energy use for heat pump use. Lennox clearly is a leader in HVAC equipment innovation and technology. (more…)
Maytag Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings - Maytag offers heat pumps with efficiency ranges from 13 SEER 7.7 HSPF to 19 SEER 10 HSPF and selected Maytag heat pumps to use R-410A refrigerant. Maytag offers one of the best warranties in the industry for heat pump units and other HVAC equipment. (more…)
Ruud Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings - Ruud is directly related to Rheem. Rheem and Rudd are sister companies under Japanese water heater manufacturer Paloma so the Rheem and Rudd product line is similar in technical features but different in name and sometimes color. The Ruud top-of-the-line model includes the Ultra series.
Whenever purchasing a new top-of-the-line condenser it is important to get a matching Ultra air handler to realize the rated efficiency on the unit. The Ultra air handler has a variable speed ECM blower which helps the efficiency of the heat pump system.
Ruud Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings | Select Features
Ruud has various efficiency ratings on their models from the economic model to the top-of-the-line model Ultra series. Ruud publishes that they offer heat pumps up to 20 SEER and a 13 HSPF rating which is how heat pumps are rated for efficiency purposes. Ruud is a member of AHRI so whatever efficiency ratings they list are certified by AHRI. Rheem heat pumps for selected Ruud heat pump models come with features such as:
Two-Stage compressors in selected Ruud heat pump high-efficiency models for better energy efficiency
The Copeland Scroll™ Variable Speed Compressor in select units
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Consumer Opinion based on Field Experience78%78%
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Overall Ruud Opinion from a Technical Perspective87%87%
Ruud Heat Pump Top HSPF rating
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Air Source Heat Pump Tips | Dual Fuel Heating
A dual fuel heat pump is a heat pump with a gas furnace for backup heating rather than electric heat strips.
Air source heat pumps have a backup heating source. In most installations, the backup heating source is electric heat strips. Electric heat strips are very cheap to install in most cases. However, while electricity is generally regarded as 100% efficient, producing it is more costly than other heating methods. For a more efficient heat pump, consider a dual fuel heat pump, or a heat pump with a gas furnace for the backup heat source. It will be more costly to install, but your monthly bills will be reduced.
Additional Features | Ruud Heat Pump Reviews
Humidity control when heat pump matched with the proper air handler
Select units equipped with electronic expansion valve for better efficiency
Refrigeration pressure controls to prevent the heat pump unit from running when there are serious problems with heat pump pressures
Conditional Unit Replacement - 10-Year and a 10-year limited parts warranty for select systems
About | Ruud Heat Pump Reviews
For a history of Ruud see Rheem gas furnaces in the menu links. Currently, both Rheem and Ruud are owned by Japanese water heater manufacturer Paloma.
For more on the Ruud heat pumps and for the latest models and efficiency ratings please see the Ruud website.
If you are considering the purchase of a new Ruud HVAC product please email us with the specific model number and any information you may on the Ruud HVAC equipment you are interested in and we will do a technical review for you. Please review the current HVAC equipment you now own.
Tempstar Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings - Tempstar offers heat pump models in energy efficiency ranges from 13 SEER 7.7 HSPF to 19 SEER 11 HSPF. Tempstar offers a variety of warranties depending on the Tempstar heat pump product you select and typically the higher efficiency ranges get the better warranties with a Tempstar heat pump.
Efficiency rating also depends on the capacity or tonnage of the unit purchased for Tempstar heat pumps. To get the best energy efficiency, a matched system should be purchased. Some of Tempstar’s heat pumps are Energy Star rated. Some features of selected Tempstar heat pumps are: (more…)
Goodman Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings - Goodman offers heat pumps in efficiency ranges from 13 SEER 7.7 HSPF to 19 SEER 10 HSPF. Selected Goodman heat pumps utilize the new R-410A Refrigerant while others use R-22. Before a heat pump leaves the factory Goodman runs tests on all their new heat pumps to ensure quality and reliability. (more…)
HVAC Tip - HVAC Preventive Maintenance: Just like a vehicle needs preventive maintenance, HVAC systems need a regular maintenance schedule. Having maintenance performed on your air conditioning and heating systems now can help you avoid costly repairs in the future. Air Conditioning and heating preventive maintenance also pays for itself by making the unit more efficient, safe, and reliable. Often, a technician can spot a ten dollar part that needs replacing now where if it is let go and not replaced, can cost you hundreds of dollars more in the future. The old phrase is true, "pay me a little now, or a lot later." I see it every day. Basic maintenance on condensers and air handling units will save you money in the long run. If your local heating and cooling company offers maintenance agreements look into getting one for your home or business. Typically, companies offering maintenance agreements waive overtime charges for after hours or emergency calls and offer you reduced prices on parts. That is in addition to performing preventive maintenance twice annually.
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Day and Night Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings - Day and Night heat pumps are produced for residential and light commercial applications. They come in SEER ratings from 13 SEER to 19 SEER and 10 HSPF. Day & Night heat pumps also come with R-410A environmentally friendly refrigerant. Selected Day & Night Heat Pumps are Energy Star rated.
Ducane Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings - Ducane is known as a builders grade brand for HVAC equipment so you will not get all the bells and whistles you would with one of the bigger name brands such as Lennox or Trane.
Frigidaire Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings - Frigidaire 
Heil DX 1300 Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings - Heil is lean on listing features for their products. This can be good as Heil does not embellish their products with overblown and hyped descriptions. The Heil DX 1300 heat pump is rated at 13 SEER and is Heil’s economy version Heat Pump. The compressor in the Heil DX 1300 heat pump is a scroll compressor that has a sound blanket for quieter operation.
Heil Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings - Heil offers 
Lennox Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings. Lennox produces heat pumps with efficiency ranges from 13 SEER 7.7 HSPF to 23.5 SEER 10.2 HSPF. They are known as a premium HVAC equipment manufacturer. Lennox produces air conditioners, heat pumps, gas furnaces, boilers, generators, and other HVAC comfort products. 
Maytag Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings - Maytag offers heat pumps with efficiency ranges from 13 SEER 7.7 HSPF to 19 SEER 10 HSPF and selected Maytag heat pumps to use R-410A refrigerant. Maytag offers one of the best warranties in the industry for heat pump units and other HVAC equipment. 
Ruud Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings - Ruud is directly related to Rheem. Rheem and Rudd are sister companies under Japanese water heater manufacturer Paloma so the Rheem and Rudd product line is similar in technical features but different in name and sometimes color. The Ruud top-of-the-line model includes the Ultra series.
Tempstar Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings - Tempstar offers heat pump models in energy efficiency ranges from 13 SEER 7.7 HSPF to 19 SEER 11 HSPF. Tempstar offers a variety of warranties depending on the Tempstar heat pump product you select and typically the higher efficiency ranges get the better warranties with a Tempstar heat pump.
Goodman Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings - Goodman offers heat pumps in efficiency ranges from 13 SEER 7.7 HSPF to 19 SEER 10 HSPF. Selected Goodman heat pumps utilize the new R-410A Refrigerant while others use R-22. Before a heat pump leaves the factory Goodman runs tests on all their new heat pumps to ensure quality and reliability. 