Are Buffer Tanks Making Your Heat Pump Less Efficient?
Are buffer tanks the hidden enemy of heat pump efficiency? In this episode of Homeowners’ Q&A, we take a deep dive into one of the most contentious topics in the...
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Is this the Holy Trinity of Home Energy Efficiency: Heat Pump, Solar PV & Battery Storage
Discover how combining heat pumps, solar panels, and battery storage can transform your home energy system and slash your electricity bills. In our latest Homeowners’ Q&A episode, experts share practical...
Why Low-Temperature Heating Could Be the Best Thing for Your Family
Switching to a heat pump is not just a technical upgrade but a whole-house mindset shift, offering energy-efficient comfort and cost savings. In this Homeowners’ Q&A episode, experts share practical...
Are heat pumps really cheaper to run than boilers?
Discover the real-world benefits of low-carbon heating in the UK with insights from industry experts in this informative episode of Homeowners’ Q&A. Learn how modern heating systems can enhance the...
How Important are Radiators in Heat Pump Systems?
Discover the essential role of radiators and underfloor heating in low-temperature heating systems like heat pumps, with advice from industry experts. Learn how quality radiators can enhance efficiency, comfort, and...
Will Heat Pumps Go Mainstream in 2025 & Are Manufacturers Failing Homeowners with Outdated Controllers?
As 2024 closes, discover how the UK heat pump industry is overcoming installation challenges and innovating user-friendly controls in our latest Homeowners Q&A episode. Join industry experts as they reveal...
How Can You Troubleshoot a Heat Pump Defrost Issue?
Discover how we resolved unexpected “major defrost errors” on our 16kW Caernarfon heat pump from Global Energy Systems, despite mild 6°C conditions. Watch the video for expert troubleshooting tips, surprising...
How to Clean a Y-Strainer Filter
Flow errors are among the most common issues homeowners face with their heat pumps, as discussed on the Renewable Heating Hub forums. Often, the culprit is a blocked Y-strainer filter,...
Can Solar PV and Batteries Power Your Heat Pump for Free?
Discover how integrating solar PV, battery storage, and air source heat pumps can create a sustainable and cost-effective heating system for UK homes. Experts from Aurium Energy, SA Energy, and...
What Should You Do When Your Heat Pump Installation Falls Short?
Discover essential advice for homeowners on addressing poor heat pump installations, featuring expert insights from Cathryn Wolfenden of HIES and Hassan Abdalla of REST UK. Learn how to take effective...
