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
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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
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
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
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
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:
Grant Aerona 3
Our Grant Aerona 3 air to water heat pump is rated at 9.1kWh output with a COP of 2.66 (water at 55C, air at 7C).
Bruised coil on the heat pump. Does it matter?
Coils on air source heat pumps are delicate things. They are made from Coca-Cola can thin sheets of aluminium with copper tubes running through them.
The European Heat Pump Association tells us about the future of the industry
Discover how the European Heat Pump Association is shaping the future of heating and cooling solutions in Europe. Learn about their innovative approach to renewable