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Heat Pumps Are More Energy Efficient
What is a heat pump?
An air source heat pump is a renewable heating system that uses electricity to take warm air from outside and uses it to supply your home with heat and hot water.
Heat pumps are more energy efficient than conventional methods of heating your home. If you are looking to make home improvements or are building your dream home
and want to reduce your carbon footprint and your energy bills, heat pumps offer an excellent long-term solution.
They are suited to a variety of different building types and locations and can offer a cost-effective and environmentally friendly way of keeping your home warm.
Heat Pump Benefits vs Gas Boilers
Benefits of a heat pump
The Air Source Heat Pump takes heat from the air and boosts it to a higher temperature using a heat pump. Using electricity and refrigerant technology, the pump compresses refrigerant to increase its temperature. It then condenses back into a liquid to release it as stored heat. Heat is sent to your radiators or underfloor heating.
- Lower fuel bills
- Long unit life span & warranty
- Lower carbon emissions
- Funding frequently available
Offer Significant Environmental Benefits
Why switch to a heat pump?
Making the switch from a gas boiler to a heat pump brings substantial environmental and financial advantages for homeowners.
Heat pumps are highly efficient systems that harness renewable energy from the air to deliver heating
and hot water. This helps to lower carbon emissions and reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
As energy prices continue to rise, heat pumps offer
a cost-effective, long-term solution, especially in well-insulated homes, by significantly cutting energy use.
Financial support, such as the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, can also help reduce the initial cost, making heat pumps more accessible. Choosing a heat pump means investing in a sustainable, forward-thinking technology that enhances home comfort while contributing to the UK’s transition to a greener energy future.
Here are our frequently asked questions
See our heat pump FAQ’s
An air source heat pump extracts heat from the outside air, even at low temperatures, and transfers it into your home to provide heating and hot water. It operates much like a refrigerator in reverse, using a refrigerant cycle to absorb and release heat, making it a highly efficient heating option.
An air source heat pump extracts heat from the outside air, even at low temperatures, and transfers it into your home to provide heating and hot water. It operates much like a refrigerator in reverse, using a refrigerant cycle to absorb and release heat, making it a highly efficient heating option.
Yes, air source heat pumps are designed to operate effectively even in cold climates, down to -15°C. They are highly efficient in the UK climate, providing a reliable heating solution throughout the year, especially in well-insulated homes.
Air source heat pumps are compatible with most radiator systems, though older radiators may need upgrading to ensure efficient heat distribution. Heat pumps often work best with underfloor heating or larger radiators due to the lower water temperatures they operate at.
Benefits include lower carbon emissions, reduced energy bills, and decreased reliance on fossil fuels. Heat pumps are also eligible for government incentives, which can help reduce installation costs, making them an attractive choice for eco-conscious homeowners.
Maintenance is relatively minimal and typically involves annual servicing to check refrigerant levels, clean filters, and ensure the system is functioning correctly. Regular maintenance helps maintain efficiency and can extend the system’s lifespan.
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