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		timbit42 on Feb 27, 2024 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Heat Pumps Take on Cold Climates How many days/nights do they see -40C? Even if it's 30 days straight, a heat pump would work the other 335 days of the year.

goalieca on March 2, 2024 [–]

One night at -40 when the heat pump is shut off is enough to freeze pipes and cause serious damage.

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