Hate Your Heating Bill? The New Heat Pump Could Help
Newer cold-weather heat pump systems can operate down to 7 degrees.
Thinking of replacing your heating system this winter? Don’t believe the myth that heat pumps —an energy-efficient alternative to oil- and gas-fueled furnaces— work poorly when it’s below freezing outside.
Standard heat pumps operate efficiently at outdoor temperatures down to 35 degrees Fahrenheit, but newer cold-weather systems can operate down to 7 degrees—and engineers are pushing heat pumps to go further.
This winter, 23 different extreme cold-weather models from eight participating manufacturers are getting trial runs by volunteer households in 10 U.S. states and two Canadian provinces, according to a U.S. Department of Energy official.
Are there too many apartments?
With hundreds of apartments opening in the past year — and thousands more expected to come soon — Sanford leaders are now asking if all the new multi-family dwellings are straining city services.
And is it time for Sanford to slow down that growth, so it can catch up?
“What my concern is: How does the city of Sanford keep up with how rapidly we’re growing?” city Commissioner Sheena Rena Britton said. “I don’t want people to think that we’re against development. We’re all for it. But we want to make sure that we’re well prepared; not just for our residents, but for our visitors as well.”
Commissioners at a recent meeting said Sanford may even need to consider a moratorium — or a temporary halt —on the approval of new apartments. But first they want to understand the impact of all the growth.
What is an equipment loan and how does it work?
So your company needs to buy something big. Whether that’s a new copier, restaurant equipment or even a semi-truck, an equipment loan might be just what you need.
Offered by banks and online lenders, the best equipment financing can help business owners who need new equipment to start or grow a business or repair or upgrade old equipment to remain competitive.
While this loan can be easier to get approval for, it has some drawbacks worth considering.
