# Home Electrification

## Home Electrification: [Cold Climate Mini-Split Heat Pumps: What You Need to Know](/content/home-electrification/cold-climate-mini-split-heat-pumps/index.html)

A cold climate mini-split heat pump can keep your home comfortable even when temperatures drop well below freezing. Here's what to know before you buy.

**July 24, 2026**

Andrew Blok

## Home Electrification: [DIY Mini-Split Heat Pumps: When to Call a Pro](/content/home-electrification/diy-mini-split-heat-pumps/index.html)

Mini-splits are highly efficient. Can you install one yourself?

**July 23, 2026**

Andrew Blok

## Home Electrification: [79% of Homeowners Worry About Summer Energy Bills. Most Haven’t Done the One Thing That Could Help](/content/home-electrification/poll-efficient-hvac-cost-heat-waves/index.html)

Upfront cost and education stand in the way of addressing the biggest use of residential energy, survey shows.

**July 21, 2026**

Andrew Blok

## Home Electrification: [Mini-Split Heat Pump Installation: What to Expect and What it Costs](/content/home-electrification/mini-split-heat-pump-installation-and-cost/index.html)

Here’s what it takes to install the most efficient heating and cooling option available.

**July 20, 2026**

Andrew Blok

## Home Electrification: [Introducing Energy Backup Leasing from Palmetto](/content/home-electrification/palmetto-launches-energy-backup-leasing/index.html)

Palmetto's lease offering makes energy storage accessible, whether for backup energy or to complete a solar installation.

**July 8, 2026**

Andrew Blok

## Home Electrification: [Quilt and Comfort Plan Make a Beautiful, Comfortable Home Accessible to Everyone](/content/home-electrification/quilt-palmetto-comfort-plan/index.html)

The design-first heat pump makers team up with zero-down financing from Palmetto Comfort Plan to bring first-class design and comfort to more homes.

**May 27, 2026**

Andrew Blok

## Home Electrification: [Case Study: Why One Homeowner Came Back to Palmetto for HVAC after Solar](/content/home-electrification/case-study-geraldine-solar-hvac/index.html)

Solar was a longtime desire for Geraldine. A lease made it possible and opened the door to better comfort at home.

**May 12, 2026**

Andrew Blok

## Home Electrification: [Home Motion Sensors: Energy Efficiency, Convenience, and More](/content/home-electrification/motion-sensors-energy-efficiency/index.html)

Another way to save energy that gives you one less thing to think about.

**March 11, 2026**

Andrew Blok

## Home Electrification: [Water Heater Leasing: How It Works](/content/home-electrification/water-heater-leasing/index.html)

Remove the upfront cost and get built in maintenance with a water heater lease. Water heater leasing programs are growing more common.

**March 11, 2026**

Andrew Blok