Last year, around 1.5 million traditional boilers were installed into existing homes, many of those were like-for-like swaps, but why would you replace a boiler with a like-for-like swap? The obvious reason is your old boiler has given up the ghost, popped its igniter for the last time and you need to replace it. But, what about the hundreds of thousands of people that replaced their boiler “to save money” or “it’s more efficient”?
Have you ever heard of a heat pump also called air source heat pumps?
As with most “new” technology, there are all sorts of myths and legends but are heat pumps “new” technology?
Air source heat pumps became readily available to consumers in the 1950s.While the principles behind them were discovered earlier, their practical application for home heating didn’t gain widespread popularity until then. The oil crises of the 1970s further propelled their adoption, as people sought more energy-efficient heating solutions. So, is a 50-year-old technology still new?
Every installation of heat pumps is different because every home is different and it’s important to ensure the installation is tailored to your home, your use and your needs.
Air source heat pumps use heat from the outside air. They work by extracting thermal energy from the air, even in cold weather, and transferring it to a water loop for heating. This system is efficient and can reduce heating costs compared to traditional boilers. By looking at the system over time further optimisations can be made to increase the efficiency of the system further without compromising home comforts.
The important thing with all of this is to trust your heat pump design, installation, commissioning and optimisation to someone who knows what they are doing and has a proven track record. JPEC have the skills and accreditations to put your mind at rest. They can work with you to recommend the best solution for your home and your needs. They can supply, install and commission your new heat pump for you with speed and precision. They can support you with energy tariffs and funding options.
Along with heat pumps, JPEC also offer an array of sustainable solutions to help you go green and reduce your energy costs.
They have already carried this out for many satisfied customers- so don’t delay! Contact them today!