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Discussions with tag 'Snow'

Mini Split Compressor Placement in Cold Climates (Think about Snow and Other Conditions)

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

It’s important to think about mini split condenser location in cold climates where it’s likely to snow, or really where anything will affect the proper functioning and longevity/durability

Filed under: Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC)

Keywords: HVAC,Extreme Weather,Heating,Mini Splits,Snow,Compressors,Weather

4 replies | 15761 views | Posted on: 02/03/2022 | Last updated: 04/03/2023

Western Resilience Series: Snow by USGBC Mountain Region, Online, March 2, 12 pm EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

How is climate change impacting communities across the West?

About this event

Local economies reliant on snow sports are facing significant risk, extreme heat is impacting cities, agricultural l

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

Keywords: Reslience,Snow

0 replies | 1230 views | Posted on: 02/10/2022 | Last updated: 02/10/2022

How are your Heat Pumps Doing this Winter: The Good, the Bad, & The Ugly?

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

I don't want to gloat about my heat pumps entirely, believe me, as I just found out an older mini split we have apparently has a refrigerant leak.  HVAC is also never easy - and never 10

Filed under: Heat Pumps

Keywords: HVAC,Heat Pumps,Snow,Compressors,Cold weather,Ice,Winter weather

1 replies | 46 views | Posted on: 02/04/2026 | Last updated: 02/04/2026

Our Ice Dam - Frustrating, Expensive, and a bit of a Mystery

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

If you've got an ice dam this winter, you're not alone.  I heard a funny noise late at night in our kitchen, and though I was sure it would be nothing, I went to investigate.  As I g

Filed under: Roofing

Keywords: maintenance,Roofing,Roofs,Leaks,Snow,Ice,Ice dams,Roof Raking,Roof Leaks,Water damage

0 replies | 31 views | Posted on: 02/05/2026 | Last updated: 02/05/2026