Face to face with renewable heating experts
We are going to have an interview series where we will speak to industry leaders and high-profile experts. We have already lined up and confirmed our first 10 guests who...
Running costs of air source heat pumps
Discover the cost-saving potential of switching to an air source heat pump for your central heating system, considering the impact of electricity tariffs on your budget. Make an informed decision...
Is a heat pump right for my house?
When I was at college I was awful at maths, and I failed my A levels twice. At fridge college I found it much easier because the teachers were able...
Do air source heat pumps really need glycol?
Monobloc heat pumps are basically just a boiler (or water heater) that lives in the garden – the bit that heats the water is connected by pipes back into the...
Does MCS-accreditation guarantee competent heat pump installations?
Many homeowners believe that choosing an MCS-accredited installer guarantees a professional heat pump installation, but real-world experiences tell a different story. Discover why word-of-mouth recommendations matter more than certification alone...
Stelrad Compact K3 Radiators
We have an 18kW air source heat pump, and over the course of the last two winters, we’ve experienced some rooms not coming to temperature when outside temperatures have dropped...
Advancements and heat pump developments
We recently had the opportunity to interview the team at Vaillant and they share their thoughts about the air source heat pump market in the UK....
Four reasons not to cool your house using a heat pump
Air source heat pumps are clever little things. Not only can they heat your house, but did you know that they can also cool? In any refrigeration system reversing from...
The importance of correctly installing an air source heat pump
After five months of using a high-spec Grant Aerona air source heat pump in our new build home, we've optimised performance and reduced running costs thanks to expert support and...
How to train your enthalpy
Enthalpy is a term used in thermodynamics and is a measure of the internal energy plus the pressure times of the volume of a system: H = E + PV....
