Just Heat Pumps Podcast

As summer ramps up and as it gets hotter and hotter outside, you may need some cooling! Heat pumps are all the rave throughout Colorado, and they provide both electrified heating and cooling, and very efficiently at that. In this episode, Co-Founders Erin and Xerxes talk through the different heat pump rebates throughout the state, with real numbers and all. We also cover Colorado RENU loans and m...

We're back! After a crazy busy winter and spring, we're continuing the Just Heat Pumps podcast. In this episode, Co-Founders Erin and Xerxes dig into everything you need to know about humidifiers in Colorado — from the different types and how they work, to how much water they're actually using (and wasting), and why it all hits different when you're in the middle of a drought....

In our latest Just Heat Pumps podcast and blog, we list out 17 considerations and reasons to (mostly) hire a professional heat pump installer versus DIY'ing it. If you gain knowledge from this one and you can make your DIY system go smoother, even better! Perhaps we can help you avoid some of the major surprises and pitfalls you might run into. Learn all about heat pumps on our blog: https://...

In our latest Just Heat Pumps podcast, Xerxes and I discuss the popular topic/debate of whether or not to DIY or have a professional install your heat pump. We've both DIY'd heat pumps HVAC systems on our own homes (very early on), and now operate Just Heat Pumps as a professional heat pump installer day-to-day. This is the third podcast on this topic and we speak more to the theme of (m...

In our latest Just Heat Pumps podcast, Xerxes and I discuss the popular topic/debate of whether or not to DIY or have a professional install your heat pump. We've both DIY'd our own homes (very early on), and now operate Just Heat Pumps as a professional heat pump installer day-to-day. This is the second chat in the mini-series and we speak more to the topic of (mostly) pros of DIY'...

In our latest Just Heat Pumps podcast, Xerxes and I discuss the popular topic/debate of whether or not to DIY or have a professional install your heat pump. We've both DIY'd our own homes (very early on), and now operate Just Heat Pumps as a professional heat pump installer day to do. This is the first video and introduction to the topic in this short mini series, and we try to include a...

In our seventh casual Just Heat Pumps podcast and hanging out in our warehouse (forgive some of the work noise in the background), we tackle the topic of what it's like to actually live with a heat pump. We both do! We dive into the different considerations vs. older (fossil fuel) technology, how the systems behave differently, what to watch out for in terms of design and heat pump equipment,...

In our sixth casual Just Heat Pumps podcast and hanging out in our warehouse, we tackle the topic of combining building science with heat pump design. This includes topics such as build envelopes, air sealing, insulation, different home and climate characteristics, heat pump sizing, and more! We'd love to hear to your take and experience on these topics as well. And sorry for the background n...

In our fifth casual Just Heat Pumps podcast, we tackle the topic of backup heat with heat pumps. This includes what backup heat is with all electrified heat pumps, how it relates to dual-fuel gas backup heat, building science, and much more! We'd love to hear to your take and experience on these topics as well. Learn all about heat pumps on our blog: https://justheatpumpsllc.com/blog/ How Xce...

In our fourth casual Just Heat Pumps podcast, we tackle the topic of why some hvac contractors think heat pumps are bad, some myths and truths around heat pumps, and our own opinion as heat pump installers in Denver, CO. We'd love to hear to your take and experience on these topics as well. Learn all about heat pumps on our blog: https://justheatpumpsllc.com/blog/ Read our article with more d...

In our third casual Just Heat Pumps podcast, we tackle the topic of dual fuel with heat pumps and whether it might make sense for you with your own Colorado home. We also talk about the risks, technologies, myths, and a lot more in this quick podcast.  Learn all about heat pumps on our blog: https://justheatpumpsllc.com/blog/ Read our article with more dual fuel heat pump details on our blog here:...

In our second very casual Just Heat Pumps podcast, we tackle the topic of heat pump incentives and rebates available in Colorado for 2025. We start at the top with Federal Tax Credits, Colorado State Tax Credits, Xcel Energy heat pump rebates, and some of the city and county ones available around the state also. We also talk about the risks, requirements, and procedures to ensure that you get all...

In our first very casual Just Heat Pumps podcast, we tackle the question of what exactly a heat pump is in HVAC, and how it heats and cools your home. We also tackle a few common homeowner questions, particularly related to heating and in our Denver Metro area of Colorado. Learn all about heat pumps on our blog: https://justheatpumpsllc.com/blog/ Check out our heat pump design and installation ser...