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Hi RV3, If you do not wish to change the outside appearance there is also interior wall insulation that may be an option. Regards, Derek.
Hi RV3, As Batalto says, start with improving your insulation. Look on the forum for posts by NeilSondhi which details external wall insulation. ...
Hi RV3, It is always difficult to provide advice about heating systems, because there are so many variables that need to be considered. From the i...
Hi Ken, The other thing that I forgot to mention, there is an upper operating temperature limit for UFH, so you will need suitable controls and poss...
Hi Ken, Here is the reply from my son. For larger retrofit (like we did) there are a number of systems on the market (some new ones now that weren...
Hi Ken, If it is what I think you mean, I looked at this some time ago, though I did not go ahead since our present radiators are more than adequate...
Hi Everyone, I came across a formula for the calculation of SCOP, but can't remember where I found it. As Bobbt9866 states the actual SCOP achieve...
Hi batalto, I read with interest about the efficiency of your gas boiler and had a look at the Installation and Servicing Manual, which quotes expec...
Hi Kev, If I am understanding you correctly, to use permitted development to avoid the need for planning permission, you cannot install the ASHP clo...
Hi JulianC/Sam, I did not mean a DIY move around the corner, it would have to be carried out by a competent Engineer. Since the installation of Sa...
Hi Sam, It would appear, that as I feared, your ASHP is poorly sited and is creating as batalto stated a 'cold well'. Because the cold air coming ...
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