G-Force Blog
Welcome to the G-Force Blog. For homeowners, we provide free advice on how to keep your home a healthy one. For landlords and property managers, we provide resources and help so your rental is compliant with the Healthy Homes Standard.
How much does it cost to install a heat pump NZ?
Heat pumps are good for your wallet and the environment but how much does it cost to install a heat pump in New Zealand? Below we will cover some different types of models, their costs – which also includes installation cost.
Tips to Choosing a Heat Pump
Below are a few tips and advice on choosing the right heat pump for your home.
Heat pumps are an efficient way to help you stay warm in winter and cool in summer. They’re safe, easy and fuss-free to operate, as well as being cost-effective.
5 TIPS TO REDUCE DAMPNESS IN YOUR HOME
Did you know that common activities like cooking, cleaning and taking a bath produce a lot of moisture? What does that mean for you and your family? Moisture can cause dampness and we all know that a cold and damp home is not pleasant. That's why ventilation is...
Stay Warm and Save Green: A Guide to Insulating Your Home
Let's face it, Kiwi winters can be brutal. Shivering under layers of clothes and cranking up the heater isn't just uncomfortable, it's expensive! But there's a simple solution: insulation. It's like a warm, fluffy coat for your house, trapping heat in winter and...
Air conditioning vs Heatpump: what’s the difference?
If you think that heat pumps are only used for warming your home in winter, then think again, as heat pumps can also be used as a air conditioning unit.
The heat pump debate rages – do we leave it on or not? IS IT MORE EXPENSIVE TO RUN HEAT PUMPS ALL THE TIME?
Damien McGill, an engineer by trade and member of the Superhome Movement, says it’s no more expensive to run heat pumps full-time, and that doing so has health benefits, for humans, and for the building. McGill has been monitoring three adjacent units he owns in...