HeatSmart Tompkins Fact Sheets

HeatSmart Tompkins fact sheets cover information about home insulation and air sealing; ground-source heat pumps; air-source heat pumps for hot water heaters; and air-source heat pumps. ​

Home Insulation and Air Sealing

Why Insulate and air seal? 
Heating and cooling account for 75% of the energy used by homes in upstate NY. In some cases, up to 30% of this energy is wasted in unnecessary heat loss due to poor insulation. This is expensive and can be prevented.
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Ground-Source Heat Pumps (GSHP)

​Why are GSHPs a great option for many homes? 
It is well-proven technology. Just ask your refrigerator how it works!
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ASHP Hot Water Heater​

WHY INSTALL ONE?
Air-Source Domestic Hot Water Heaters:

• Provide reliable hot water for your home.
• Reduce energy use (almost 20% of all home energy use goes to heat water). 

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Air-Source Heat Pumps (ASHPs)

Why are Air Source heat pumps a great option for many homes? 
It is well-proven technology. Just ask your refrigerator if it works! ​
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NYSERDA's Comfort Home Program

Improve your home’s comfort and save money with seal and insulate packages.
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NYSERDA's Heat Pump Planner

Know a little bit about heat pumps? This guide and website provides more details on heat pumps and options.
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