The Body as a Heating System
When we think about heating our homes, we instinctively turn to radiators, underfloor heating or heat pumps. But rarely do we consider one of the most efficient and overlooked heating...
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Thermostat Wars: Why Women Really Do Feel the Cold More at Home and What That Means for Energy Efficiency
Discover the hidden impacts of the so-called thermostat war in UK homes, where women often prefer warmer temperatures, affecting energy use and heating efficiency. Learn how modern heating design and...
MCS Certification: A Badge That No Longer Means Anything
Homeowners are being misled by the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS), which often fails to ensure quality installation of renewable heating systems, leaving many with faulty or underperforming setups. Without urgent...
Grant Shapps and the Heat Pump Myth That Won’t Die
In a recent interview with Elemental London, former Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, Grant Shapps, shared why he hasn’t installed a heat pump in his own...
How to Get a Heat Pump Installed Properly: Key Steps Every UK Homeowner Should Follow
Getting a heat pump installed in your UK home doesn’t have to be overwhelming—our straightforward guide helps you navigate key steps, ask the right questions, and avoid costly mistakes. Packed...
The Heat Pump Sizing Mess: Why Are We Still Getting This So Spectacularly Wrong?
Despite widespread installation of heat pumps across the UK, many systems suffer from poor performance due to inconsistent sizing and misinformation. It’s time for the industry to adopt proper design...
How Should a Heat Pump Be Serviced? Manufacturers Offer Varying Answers
A recent homeowner’s experience with Daikin’s Gold heat pump service raises concerns about the effectiveness of manufacturer-led maintenance contracts in the UK. Despite detailed service plans from brands like Mitsubishi,...
Under the Cover: Are Heat Pump Service Contracts Fulfilling Their Promises?
As heat pumps become common in UK homes, questions arise over the value and transparency of service contracts, sparked by one homeowner’s disappointing experience with Daikin’s Gold maintenance package. This...
Heat Pumps and Defrost Cycles: The Missing Piece in Performance Data?
Homeowners are discovering that heat pump defrost cycles, often overlooked in manufacturer performance figures, can significantly reduce heating output during winter. Understanding these impacts and ensuring accurate system sizing are...
Is Your 6kW Air Source Heat Pump Really a 6kW?
Discover why kW ratings for domestic heat pumps in the UK may not always reflect real-world performance. Learn how recent changes in performance estimation standards could impact your heating system...
