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Do I need to change my pipework when installing a heat pump?

We will assess the existing pipework by evaluating its carrying capacity against the calculated heat demand. Our experience shows that homes built in the 1980s and later generally require little to no pipework upgrades, depending on their current insulation levels.…

When will heat pumps get smaller?

There is a trade-off between Air Source Heat Pump sizing and noise pollution. Air Source Heat Pumps work by drawing large volumes of air across a plate heat exchanger. To keep noise at a minimum, the fan blades on the…

Can heat pumps cool?

This is a growing demand we’re seeing from our clients and some heat pumps we offer do have cooling capabilities, yes. The heat pump will essentially run in reverse – cool your emitters whilst heating the air around the outdoor…

Can heat pumps be wall mounted?

All heat pumps will function the same whether they’re wall or floor mounted. Some manufacturers will refuse to service heat pumps that are wall or roof mounted, but a local 3rd party engineer might be happy to do so. There…

How do heat pumps work in winter?

As the outside temperature drops, the heating demand of your property will increase. This means a heat pump will need to work harder to keep a property at the desired temperature. Inevitably, the running cost of a heat pump will…

Which heat pumps are the best?

Much like choosing a new car – everyone will have different opinions when it comes to look, function, and cost. We value performance, longevity, and customer experience. As such, we won’t offer every manufacturer of heat pump – only the…

When will heat pumps be mandatory?

Currently, all new builds in England and Wales need to be sized for a heat pump. This means ensuring all pipework and emitters are sized correctly for low temperature heating systems. Gas boilers aren’t currently being banned, however the current…

Will heat pumps get cheaper?

Since starting trading over 10 years ago, we’ve noticed a wide range of products appear on the market which naturally spreads the price range of the products. Whilst its difficult to say whether heat pumps will get cheaper, we always…

How do heat pumps work?

Heat pumps work in a similar way to your kitchen fridge. The inside of your fridge is kept at a low temperature, but the coils on the back of your fridge are kept warm. Heat pump’s refrigerant system works in…