Heat Pump Homeowner 2026: Older Home Ductwork Incentive Checks

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Heat Pump Homeowner 2026: Older Home Ductwork Incentive Checks

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In this episode of Heat Pump Homeowner, Blake breaks down the 2026 updates for switching an older home to an air source heat pump. Learn how outdated ductwork, noise concerns, cold-weather efficiency drops, and shifting incentives can derail projects from day one. Discover three practical pre-install checks to measure airflow, verify rebates, and seal insulation gaps that prevent costly surprises and underperformance.

Key takeaways:
- Run a full load calculation on-site instead of guessing capacity to avoid short cycling and humidity issues.
- Measure static pressure and balance ducts with mastic sealing or dampers for even airflow in milder heat pump temperatures.
- Review decibel ratings, use rubber isolators, and test variable-speed models to minimize neighbor noise complaints.

These steps keep your system efficient even below freezing while maximizing incentives.
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