...“hydronic”) heating systems use circulator pumps to move heated water from boilers to radiators and back. These pumps run whenever a thermostat calls for heat. Pumps have a spinning shaft called a rotor that is rotated by a magnetic field created by coils of wire that surround it....
...mp with Thermal Storage Maine has a large percentage of homes that utilize boilers for their heating needs as well as hot water. These units are difficult to replace with modern heat pumps as their output hot water temperature is usually lower than what the boiler and its...
...re efficient options for whole-building solutions, such as high-efficiency boilers or HVAC controls, and individual apartment systems, such as ductless heat pumps. Efficiency Maine offers incentives to upgrade to high-efficiency heating, cooling, and ventilation systems including: HVAC Solutions Ductless Heat Pumps Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) Systems Heat Pump...
...k on the links below to learn about renewable energy technologies. Biomass Boilers and Furnaces: Options exist for heating your entire home with a central, automated, wood-heat system. Find out more here. Geothermal Systems: Geothermal systems heat and cool your home by taking advantage of the constant temperature...
