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Heat pumps: The basics
10 Jun 2024
What is an air source heat pump?
Air source heat pumps provide a more energy-efficient and cheaper way of heating and cooling your home. But how exactly does an air source heat pump work? How can they be both eco-friendly and cost-effective? And are they the right heating choice for your home?
Heat pumps: The basics
29 Apr 2024
Do heat pumps work with radiators?
During chilly winter days, nothing is more synonymous with British home heating than the classic radiator. But can modern heat pump technology work in tandem with these age-old heat emitters?
Heat pumps: The basics
25 Apr 2024
Everything you need to know about air source heat pumps in Scotland
By 2045, the government wants all homes in Scotland to have switched to zero-emissions heating systems. As part of this effort, the phase-out of fossil fuel boilers is set to begin in 2028. As a result, more people are considering switching to eco-friendly alternatives, like air source heat pumps.
Heat pumps: The basics
13 Mar 2024
High temperature heat pumps: what are they and how do they work?
When researching which heat pump is right for your home, you may have come across high temperature heat pumps as a viable option to replace your old fossil-fuel-burning boiler. However, before choosing a high temperature heat pump, it’s important to learn about its limitations when compared to a more efficient low temperature heat pump.
Heat pumps: The basics
7 Feb 2024
The complete pros and cons guide to air source heat pumps
Air source heat pumps represent a smart and sustainable shift in how we heat our homes. We walk you through the advantages, the challenges, and the practicalities of air source heat pumps, so you can make an informed decision with confidence.
Performance & reliability
31 Jan 2024
Are microbore pipes compatible with air source heat pumps?
If you’ve been told your home is fitted with microbore pipework while looking to install a shiny new heat pump, you may have found the news a “micro bore”. Read on to learn how you can successfully install an air source heat pump if you have smaller, more fragile microbore pipes.
Performance & reliability
16 Jan 2024
Do heat pumps work in cold weather?
If you’re looking to upgrade your heating system to a heat pump, you’ll no doubt be asking “do heat pumps really work in cold weather?”. The short answer: absolutely. Learn all about how they do it.
Costs & benefits
21 Dec 2023
UK Boiler Upgrade Scheme gets £1.5bn funding boost to help take more homes off gas
The UK’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) – which provides homeowners with grants to switch from fossil fuel heating systems to clean energy heat pumps – will receive an extra £1.5bn in funding to support the electrification of residential heating in the UK.
Comparing options
9 Aug 2023
Types of heat pumps
Switching to a heat pump can make some significant improvements to your home, from reduced energy bills to fewer carbon emissions produced. Heat pumps are the way forward when it comes to a greener home. If you’re thinking of making the switch but aren’t sure which type of heat pump will suit your home and needs best, keep reading as we’ll explore the most popular heat pump types and their benefits.