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Energy in Motion: Understanding Heat Pumps through Dance

Nathan GamblingApr 25, 202423 June 20250

Heat pumps efficiently warm buildings by transferring energy, not simply raising temperature, debunking common misconceptions about their effectiveness. With proper design, these systems deliver optimal heating using minimal electricity, making

What is Wrong with our Heat Pump Installation?

MarsApr 24, 202424 April 20245

Heat pumps are touted as a sustainable solution for home heating, but transitioning from traditional boiler systems can introduce significant challenges. In our case, the switch to a heat pump

Get Ripped, Not Ripped Off: Win a Copy of Bodge Buster

MarsApr 19, 202419 April 20240

As the UK sees a surge in the adoption of heat pumps as a sustainable heating solution, the concern over subpar installations has equally risen, leaving homeowners in search of

Are Solar Diverters Necessary for Homes with ASHPs and Solar PV?

MarsApr 18, 202423 June 202517

As homeowners embrace solar PV systems and air source heat pumps for greener energy, the role of solar diverters in hot water heating sparks important debate. Exploring whether diverting surplus

Jürgen Klopp: Similarities Between Heat Pumps & Football

MarsApr 15, 202423 June 20250

Discover how Liverpool’s legendary manager Jürgen Klopp inspires a fresh perspective on renewable heating, using football analogies to explore the shift to eco-friendly heat pumps. This imaginative interview blends sport

Does This Heat Pump Make People Like Me Irrelevant?

Graham HendraApr 14, 202415 April 20241

I’ve been in air conditioning and heat pumps for 34 years as of this week. For 25 of those years, I did tech support, but I hung up my spurs

DIY Heat Pump Installations: Navigating Legal and Regulatory Hurdles

JustinApr 13, 202423 June 20251

Discover how to successfully install a DIY air source heat pump in your home, including key insights on planning permission and permitted development rights in the UK. This guide covers

How To Balance Radiators & the Role of the Lockshield Valve: A Homeowner’s Guide

ToodlesApr 11, 202423 June 2025168

Maximise your heat pump’s efficiency by expertly adjusting your radiators’ lockshield valves to ensure even heat distribution and reduce short cycling. Learn practical tips on setting the lockshield valve alongside

Not So Hot: Too Many Subpar Heat Pump Installations in the UK

MarsApr 10, 202423 June 20250

Heat pumps are key to the UK’s eco-friendly heating future, but many homeowners report installation issues that highlight industry shortcomings. Discover real user insights and expert tips in our comprehensive

Samsung’s Cold Shoulder: Should Heat Pump Manufacturers Be More Accountable?

MarsApr 8, 202423 June 20252

A recent debate on the Renewable Heating Hub Forums raises the crucial question: should heat pump manufacturers take greater responsibility for fixing poor installations? Highlighting issues with Samsung's approved installers