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By Charlie Clark April 25, 2025
While owning a vacation home is enjoyable, it also has special heating challenges. Common worries include arriving at a cold house after a long drive or worrying about pipes freezing when the property is unoccupied. Owners of traditional heating systems frequently have to decide between a continuous operation and going back to an uncomfortable, cold room.
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By Charlie Clark April 25, 2025
Higher thermal conductivity materials might cause heat loss through the insulating layer of your house. This phenomenon is known as thermal bridging. Usually, these bridges occur where walls meet floors or roofs, as well as around windows and doors. Thermal bridging causes conventional heating systems to work harder to maintain acceptable temperatures, which can result in energy bills rising by up to 30%.
A thermometer is sitting on a pile of pine needles.
By Charlie Clark April 17, 2025
A vital part of air-source heat pump systems are buffer tanks. They help stabilise system operation by storing heated water in a thermal reservoir. Buffer tanks prolong equipment life and boost system efficiency by lowering the frequency of heat pump cycling by offering this holding capacity. In both residential and commercial settings, they also aid in controlling the discrepancy between heat pump output and heating demand.
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By Charlie Clark April 10, 2025
Thermal energy from outdoor air is captured by air source heat pumps and transferred inside your house. This process can be greatly impacted by wind, which can have an impact on performance and efficiency. Strong winds that blow straight at a heat pump might alter the normal airflow patterns surrounding the device, which may impair its efficiency.
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By Charlie Clark April 10, 2025
Underfloor heating and air-source heat pumps work together to provide a genuinely efficient and cosy home heating system. Because both systems are made to function at lower temperatures than conventional heating techniques, this combination performs very effectively. Underfloor heating disperses the warmth uniformly throughout the room from the ground up, whereas air source heat pumps draw heat from the outdoor air and bring it indoors.
A snowy driveway leading to a house with a green roof.
By Charlie Clark April 4, 2025
The efficiency of air source heat pumps (ASHPs) is influenced by a number of factors. The effect of ground reflection on system performance is one element that is frequently disregarded. Homeowners and installers can maximise the effectiveness and efficiency of ASHP systems by comprehending this relationship.
A bunch of pipes are connected to each other in a factory.
By Charlie Clark April 4, 2025
As an energy-efficient heating and cooling option, air source heat pumps, or ASHPs, are growing in popularity. The compressor, which is at the centre of these systems, needs to be properly maintained and protected. One important component in guaranteeing the durability and effectiveness of ASHP compressors is the oil separator. Let's examine how this essential component enhances the overall functionality and robustness of ASHPs.
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By Charlie Clark March 28, 2025
The heating and cooling of sports facilities has special difficulties. These venues require adaptable and effective temperature control solutions due to their variable occupancy levels, varied spatial requirements, and changeable activity intensities. Air source heat pumps (ASHPs) have become a potent solution to these intricate requirements, providing both energy efficiency and versatility in equal measure.
A white car is parked on the side of the road in front of a house.
By Charlie Clark March 28, 2025
Effective heating and cooling systems in high-rise buildings are becoming more and more necessary as urban environments expand vertically. A promising option for these buildings is air source heat pumps (ASHPs), which provide lower carbon emissions and energy efficiency. However, installing ASHPs in tall structures comes with special difficulties that call for creative fixes.
There is a large swimming pool in the backyard with a slide.
By Charlie Clark March 20, 2025
Air-source heat pumps have become very popular as more and more people choose energy-efficient heating options. Although these systems provide a more environmentally friendly option to conventional heating techniques, a frequently asked topic is how long an air source heat pump should last. Let's examine how long these systems typically last and the variables that affect it.
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