As temperatures in the Boston area dipped down to the teens last week, it was a good time to think about how winter proof our homes are. It may be time to consider improving insulation and air sealing levels if your home felt particularly drafty. In addition, you may be thinking that your older heating system needs to be replaced soon. Heat pumps are the next generation of heating–highly energy efficient and comes with both heating and cooling capabilities. If you are hesitating about switching your heating system over to a heat pump because you have heard that they cannot run in Boston weather, read the following article from Yale Climate Connections.

Do heat pumps work in cold places? Here’s what you need to know.