Repiping and Reconfiguring our Heat Pump System Including Removing the Buffer Tank - Heat Pump Retrofix - Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHPs)

RE: Repiping and Reconfiguring our Heat Pump System Including Removing the Buffer Tank - Heat Pump Retrofix

JamesPa — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 12:48:20 +0000

Merely having air-release valves present isn't enough.
They also need to be placed at the highest points in the pipework because that's where the air will collect.

Even that may not be enough. Air can still collect, it seems, at local high points eg tall radiators, which will need to be manually bled unless also fitted with an an ARV. Despite having an ARV at what is otherwise the highest point, I have 2 tall radiators one of which had to be bled every other day for a month and one of which I had to bleed recently.

RE: Repiping and Reconfiguring our Heat Pump System Including Removing the Buffer Tank - Heat Pump Retrofix

Pirate Rich — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 12:12:46 +0000

Exactly what I said in the video, and that is one of the worst AAVs in the market, so they can expect leaks in the future.

RE: Repiping and Reconfiguring our Heat Pump System Including Removing the Buffer Tank - Heat Pump Retrofix

Transparent — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 11:52:45 +0000

Merely having air-release valves present isn't enough.
They also need to be placed at the highest points in the pipework because that's where the air will collect.

Look at this photo of a cylinder fitted sideways on in a cramped attic space:

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RE: Repiping and Reconfiguring our Heat Pump System Including Removing the Buffer Tank - Heat Pump Retrofix

Mars — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 08:10:42 +0000

After our recent heat pump ordeal, we learned a hard lesson: there are key system accessories you MUST discuss with your installer. Never let them skip a proper air release product because trapped air is a nightmare!

We spoke with @pirate-rich to identify upgrades that can make a difference. Arm yourself with the right questions to ask before your installation.

Watch now: https://youtu.be/9n6R937sTsM

RE: Repiping and Reconfiguring our Heat Pump System Including Removing the Buffer Tank - Heat Pump Retrofix

Transparent — Sat, 11 Oct 2025 09:04:30 +0000

Thank you. That simultaneously answers my question about the bore and level of pipe insulation for the underground section.

Now we know one of the causes of global warming! 🤨

RE: Repiping and Reconfiguring our Heat Pump System Including Removing the Buffer Tank - Heat Pump Retrofix

Pirate Rich — Sat, 11 Oct 2025 01:37:43 +0000

As promised, here's Cap'n Burrows delivering on his promise during a long day of filming. Nearly fours of raw content to edit! Enjoy the short clip.

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🏴‍☠️🔭😂💙👍🏻

RE: Repiping and Reconfiguring our Heat Pump System Including Removing the Buffer Tank - Heat Pump Retrofix

Mars — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 20:42:45 +0000

As promised, here's Cap'n Burrows delivering on his promise during a long day of filming. Nearly fours of raw content to edit! Enjoy the short clip.

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RE: Repiping and Reconfiguring our Heat Pump System Including Removing the Buffer Tank - Heat Pump Retrofix

Transparent — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 17:54:49 +0000

If you've never played (or heard of) Pirate Fluxx, then I recommend it.
It's the best of the Fluxx varients, and very suitable for drawing a crowd together at a pub 🍻

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However, I seem to have drawn the conversation so far away from the topic title that my more serious question about the bore and insulation of Mars' underground pipes has been overlooked.

RE: Repiping and Reconfiguring our Heat Pump System Including Removing the Buffer Tank - Heat Pump Retrofix

Toodles — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 17:08:47 +0000

@majordennisbloodnok There’s Rrwwroooom for all shades of complexion I think.

RE: Repiping and Reconfiguring our Heat Pump System Including Removing the Buffer Tank - Heat Pump Retrofix

Majordennisbloodnok — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 17:01:00 +0000

@majordennisbloodnok Is that an attempt to Panther for all tastes?

If I managed that, I’d be tickled pink.