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To help you see the savings light, we covered the SEER2 basics in “What’s a SEER2 rating?” Read on for a deeper dive into some frequently asked questions about SEER2. What is SEER? SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. It measures how efficiently an air conditioner or heat pump cools your home. The higher […]

Sorry to spoil your fun: Your HVAC contractors aren’t all-seeing masterminds, peering into your energy-savings past, present and future. SEER stands for seasonal energy efficiency ratio. When it comes to your heat pump, mini split or air conditioner, it indicates the unit’s maximum energy efficiency. Fun Fact: Since the SEER system started in 1992, there […]

The home energy rebates that you know and love from TVA EnergyRight® and your local power company just keep getting better.   Geothermal heat pump rebate doubles to $3,000! Replace your existing primary electric heat source with a geothermal heat pump and your TVA-vetted contractor will submit your $3,000 rebate claim to us for processing. You […]

Everybody’s talking about them — especially now that we’re offering a $3,000 rebate on them — but what are geothermal heat pumps and how do they work? Let’s dig in! (Get it? No? Read on and you will, we promise!) What’s a geothermal heat pump? Even with seasonal temperature extremes — from summer scorchers to […]

If the weather outside is feeling frightful, it’s time to cook up something delightful! Here are three warming soups to keep your kitchen cozy and your belly warm. Kentucky Burgoo This hearty, favor-packed stew will get the engines running! This rich, slow-cooked stew has earned a spot in many hearts and kitchens. Known for its […]

It seems like only yesterday we were sharing tips and suggestions for preventing an AC emergency. (Spoiler alert: spring AC tune-ups are also a great way to keep your system in peak cooling form). We know you’re enjoying a break from the heat but before you know it, it’s going to be time to break […]

Schedule some TLC for your heat pump today Preventive HVAC maintenance isn’t the most glamorous of tasks. We get it. And we know that looking up a trusted contractor from the Quality Contractor Network won’t set your pulse a-thumping like booking a rental on the beach, finding the perfect thrift-store treasure or nabbing tix to […]

Summer is flying by! If you have kids headed back to school soon and are looking for a simple and affordable gift for their teacher, we’ve got you covered. Useful and reusable, these gift ideas make it easier for teachers to spend less, save energy or make their classroom experience a little more comfortable. Save […]

The Quality Contractor Network (QCN) is TVA EnergyRight’s free resource for customers to find and connect with trusted contractors, like HVAC/heating and cooling service providers, window installers, energy efficiency pros and more. All members of the Quality Contractor Network are licensed, insured and trained to meet TVA’s project quality standards. Finding a contractor you can […]

For most things, the better you take care of it, the longer it will last. Cars need their oil changed, your favorite sweater needs mending, and homes need to be weatherized and duct systems maintained. That’s not only because air sealing and duct system maintenance help maintain good indoor air quality and a comfortable home, […]

A broken air conditioner (AC) during the summer isn’t just annoying — it can be life-threatening. If your air conditioner, whether that’s a central air conditioner, heat pump, mini-split or any element of your cooling system, breaks, TVA EnergyRight is here to help you know what to do next. Plus, we’ll give you some simple […]