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What is the HSPF rating ?

How is the HSPF calculated on a heat pump? If you're looking for an air conditioner or a heat pump, you've probably heard of the abbreviation HSPF. The term HSPF stands for Heating Seasonal Performance Factor. In French, you will find the abbreviation FRSC which means Factor of Seasonal Efficiency in Heating. The HSPF is actually a ratio or rating of energy efficiency that each device is evaluated according to their heating performance. In other words, the higher the HSPF, the less...

What is the SEER rating ?

How is the SEER calculated on an air conditioner? If you're looking for an air conditioner or wall mounted heat pump, you've probably heard of the abbreviation SEER. The term SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. In French, you will find the abbreviation TRÉS which means Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rate. The SEER is actually an energy efficiency ratio that each appliance is rated according to their performance. In other words, the higher the SEER, the less energy the appliance will consume....