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Portable v Installed Heat Pumps (image of Carrier unit and Daikin high wall unit).

Portable Air Conditioners vs Installed Heat Pumps: What Works Best in Christchurch?

By Vicky Keatley • October 10, 2025
Compare portable air conditioners & installed heat pumps. Discover benefits, drawbacks & expert advice for staying comfortable in our changing climate.
Daikin Aura floor standing heat pump next to small table and single chair.

The New Daikin Aura – Now Available at The Heat Pump People

By Vicky Keatley • October 3, 2025
Discover the Daikin Aura floor heat pump at The Heat Pump People. Cleaner air, Wi-Fi control, and fast warmth for Christchurch homes. Call 03 366 1823.

Beat the Summer Rush: Why Spring is the Best Time to Install a Heat Pump or Air Conditioning in Canterbury

By Vicky Keatley • September 26, 2025
Spring is the best time to install a heat pump in Canterbury—skip summer delays, enjoy cleaner air, and be holiday-ready with The Heat Pump People.
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Spring Refresh: Why Your Heat Pump Needs a Professional Clean After Winter

By Vicky Keatley • September 12, 2025
Give your heat pump a fresh start this spring. Professional servicing in Christchurch & Canterbury improves air quality, boosts efficiency, and gets you summer-ready.
Outdoor heat pump units with snow in defrost cycle

Heat Pump Defrost Cycle

July 3, 2025
Heat pump making strange sounds? It could be the defrost cycle, causing gushing, humming, or whooshing noises. Learn more about this process.
Built in Heat Pump Energy Monitoring - Now That's Smart. Man with glasses holding mobile phone.

Meet the Mitsubishi Electric Smart Family of Heat Pumps – Smarter Comfort Now Available

May 18, 2025
Discover the Mitsubishi Electric Smart Family-heat pumps with built-in Wi-Fi control and energy monitoring. Smarter comfort and savings for Canterbury homes.
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