Topic Founder & Author: Dennis C. McCreery. First of all, outer burial containers and burial vaults are not required by state or federal law. They are required by most cemetery rules and regulations. Cemeteries want a casket placed in an outer burial container or burial vault to prevent the ground from sinking in above the casket.
A heat pump will replace both the furnace and air conditioner/central air unit. It may be costly to install, with the national average falling between $3,956 and $6,702, but it will save you considerable money in energy costs.
A heat pump can help both heat and cool your home, which makes it more desirable to many homeowners over choosing oil or gas heat systems. New heat pumps can save your energy bill up to 20%, which makes them a potentially money-saving option in the long term. The cost of installing a heat pump varies depending on the size and age of the home, as well as desired efficiency for the heat pump. The average installed heat pump for a 2,000 square foot home costs $2,000-$8,000. Cost breakdown