Central Heating Design Temperature: What Homeowners Need to Know
Discover how central heating design temperature affects your home's warmth and energy efficiency during cold winters in the UK. Learn key factors influencing heating performance
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Using Night Briquettes and Air Source Heat Pumps to Lower Energy Bills
Struggling with high energy bills this winter? Combining air source heat pumps with night briquettes in wood-burning stoves offers an eco-friendly, cost-effective solution that keeps
Running my heat pump for half the cost of a gas boiler
I've been exploring the benefits of heat flexibility using my heat pump alongside Octopus Energy's Agile tariff, which fluctuates with wholesale prices every half hour.
5 Ways A Smart Plug Can Cut Your Electricity Costs
In today’s world, where energy costs are on the rise, finding ways to save on electricity bills is more important than ever. The Eve Energy
Oxford University Study Proves That Heat Pumps Work!
While heat pumps excel in milder climates, doubts have lingered (courtesy of certain media outlets) about their performance in chilly places like the UK. But
How loud & noisy are air source heat pumps?
Modern air source heat pumps (ASHPs) are much quieter than earlier models, with noise levels varying by model and installation quality. Discover real decibel readings
What is the difference between a volumiser, accumulator and buffer?
Discover the key components of home heating systems—accumulators, volumisers, and buffers—and learn how they optimise efficiency, reduce emissions, and ensure consistent heat supply. Whether using
Do heat pumps work when temperatures drop below 0C?
This winter, we're testing our air source heat pump's performance at -4°C in our 190-year-old farmhouse. Discover whether these pumps really work in sub-zero temperatures
How much energy does an ASHP use in freezing vs. mild weather?
Discover how the electricity consumption of an 18kW air source heat pump varies in freezing and mild temperatures, revealing its true efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Learn
UK’s Bold £1.5bn Bet on Future-Proof Heat Pumps
The UK government has significantly increased financial support for eco-friendly heat pumps, doubling grants to encourage sustainable home heating and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.