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Is a heat pump sized in the same way as a fossil fuel boiler?

MarsDec 25, 202123 June 20250

Confused about heat pump sizing compared to traditional gas or oil boilers? Graham Hendra clarifies the best approach to correctly size heat pumps for efficient, cost-effective home heating.

How can the efficiency of a heat pump exceed 100 percent?

MarsDec 24, 202117 March 20220

It’s difficult to understand how a heat pump can have an efficiency of over 100%. Graham Hendra explains how heat pumps are able to achieve these efficiencies.

What are the risks of oversizing a heat pump?

MarsDec 23, 202117 March 20220

We know that if a heat pump is undersized, this may mean that it will struggle to heat your property, but what are the risks if a heat pump is

What is the difference between an EPC certificate and a heat loss calculation?

MarsDec 22, 202123 June 20250

Discover the key differences between an EPC certificate and a heat loss calculation with expert insights from Graham Hendra. Sponsored by Auream Energy, this informative video also highlights top solar

How does a heat loss calculation help you calculate the size of a heat pump?

MarsDec 21, 202123 June 20250

Discover how to choose the perfect heat pump size for your home with expert guidance from Graham Hendra. Thanks to Auream Energy for sponsoring — explore their solar installation services

The Graham Hendra Awards

Graham HendraDec 20, 202120 December 20210

By now, if you’re a regular reader of my posts, you will know I’m a bit of an egomaniac so it won’t surprise you that I thought I would hold

Heat pumps for apartment blocks and whiskey distilleries

MarsDec 19, 202128 June 20250

Join us for an insightful interview with Dave Pearson, Group Sustainable Development Director at Star Refrigeration, as he discusses innovative heat pump applications in apartment heating and whiskey distilleries, plus

Why are heat pumps better suited to well insulated properties?

MarsDec 19, 202117 March 20220

We often hear the phrase “fabric first” – Graham Hendra reveals whether heat pumps are better suited to well insulated buildings.

Can a heat pump heat domestic water?

MarsDec 18, 202117 March 20220

A common question from homeowners looking to switch to an air source heat pump is whether the units can heat domestic hot water for showers, baths and general washing up.

Homeowner’s experience with a Daikin HT air source heat pump

MarsDec 17, 202123 June 20252

Julian Clarke, a sustainable UK homeowner with solar panels and electric cars, shares his experience replacing an oil boiler with a high temperature Daikin air source heat pump. Discover his

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Is a heat pump sized in the same way as a fossil fuel boiler?

How can the efficiency of a heat pump exceed 100 percent?

What are the risks of oversizing a heat pump?

What is the difference between an EPC certificate and a heat loss calculation?

How does a heat loss calculation help you calculate the size of a heat pump?

The Graham Hendra Awards

Heat pumps for apartment blocks and whiskey distilleries

Why are heat pumps better suited to well insulated properties?

Can a heat pump heat domestic water?

Homeowner’s experience with a Daikin HT air source heat pump