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Heat Pumps

Heat pumps are a low-carbon way to heat your home using natural energy from the air or ground. They're becoming increasingly popular in the UK, especially as an alternative to gas boilers. This section explains how heat pumps work, what types are available, and what to consider before installing one.

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15mm pipework

20mm pipework

Air source

Air source heat pumps

Air source heat pumps are an important part of making your home more energy-efficient and sustainable. In this section, we explain what air source heat pumps are, how they work, and what to consider if you're thinking about using them at home. Whether you're just curious or ready to take the next step, you'll find clear, practical answers without the jargon.

Air to air

Airflow requirements

App setup and integration

Best and worst heat pumps

Boiler integration

Building permits and approvals

Clearance requirements

Cold climate performance

Commissioning checklist

Comparison

Concrete mounting pad

Customer support availability

Dedicated circuit

District heating integration

District heating integration are an important part of making your home more energy-efficient and sustainable. In this section, we explain what district heating integration are, how they work, and what to consider if you're thinking about using them at home. Whether you're just curious or ready to take the next step, you'll find clear, practical answers without the jargon.

Dual fuel

Ducted systems

Ductless systems

Efficiency rating

Electrical panel upgrade

Energy usage (kWhs)

Geothermal

Ground source

Ground source heat pumps

Ground source heat pumps are an important part of making your home more energy-efficient and sustainable. In this section, we explain what ground source heat pumps are, how they work, and what to consider if you're thinking about using them at home. Whether you're just curious or ready to take the next step, you'll find clear, practical answers without the jargon.

Heat pumps

Heat pumps are an important part of making your home more energy-efficient and sustainable. In this section, we explain what heat pumps are, how they work, and what to consider if you're thinking about using them at home. Whether you're just curious or ready to take the next step, you'll find clear, practical answers without the jargon.

Heating output

Home size compatibility

Hybrid heat pump systems

Hybrid heat pump systems are an important part of making your home more energy-efficient and sustainable. In this section, we explain what hybrid heat pump systems are, how they work, and what to consider if you're thinking about using them at home. Whether you're just curious or ready to take the next step, you'll find clear, practical answers without the jargon.

Hybrid systems

Internal compressor unit

Key considerations when selecting

Layout considerations

Manual J load calculation

Microbore pipes

Noise levels

Number of units required

Operating cost

Operating temperature range

Outside unit

Overspill protection

Proximity to neighbours

Radiant floor heating with renewable energy

Radiant floor heating with renewable energy are an important part of making your home more energy-efficient and sustainable. In this section, we explain what radiant floor heating with renewable energy are, how they work, and what to consider if you're thinking about using them at home. Whether you're just curious or ready to take the next step, you'll find clear, practical answers without the jargon.

Regular maintenance

SEER/HSPF rating

Scheduling features

Service intervals

Solar-powered air conditioning

Solar-powered air conditioning are an important part of making your home more energy-efficient and sustainable. In this section, we explain what solar-powered air conditioning are, how they work, and what to consider if you're thinking about using them at home. Whether you're just curious or ready to take the next step, you'll find clear, practical answers without the jargon.

Thermostat/app integration

Typical cost

Wall bracket installation

Zoning controls

Top 10 questions

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