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Apr 9, 2008 | 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by O-turn,Apr 9 2008, 09:23 AM

Well after hearing all this I just called them back and they now for some reason sound interested

I think I just caught them at a bad moment last time I called.

They said they would come out and look at the property and that would mean no cost to me (except for haul away of the rubble) which we have lined up already.

So, Win.

I thought something was fishy...

Apr 9, 2008 | 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by O-turn,Apr 9 2008, 08:23 AM

Well after hearing all this I just called them back and they now for some reason sound interested

man - I want to be there for that partaaaay

Apr 9, 2008 | 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by O-turn,Apr 9 2008, 09:49 AM

Also, does anyone know the plusses and minuses to propane heat compared to dual heat pumps (aside from cost)

Have you considered both? It is too cold in our area to run a heat pump alone.

My suggestion is to do both; run the heat pump until get averages less than 40 degrees then run the propane backup. Most heat pumps do not work at all in less than 40 degrees ambient temperature. Commonly, an electric burner kicks in at the point. It works but you get hosed on the bill. LP will be cheaper at this point. HOWEVER, it will take many years (15+) to recoup the install costs.

In my opinion, if you can do a "both" install, go for it. You will be more comfortable when it gets cold. However, if cost is an issue, go heat pump. NEVER just LP... Way too expensive to run.