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@kev-m, I fully agree, and I've discovered that when we did a similar experiment in the autumn, we used less electricity. The issue for us was that if...
@parmstar, the first thing I’d suggest is that you call the MCS. Their call centre for such matters is quite good I’ve heard. At least they’ll be able...
@mjr, you are fortunate to have found a good installer. We questioned our installer a year later about the buffer they installed and they stood res...
@hotheat, you are not alone. 99% of heat pump installations have been installed this way in the UK. Our system is the same – we have it all. Multiple ...
As part of your services, did they check the refrigerant levels? I don't think that checking refrigerant levels is common practice for annual servi...
Some generic advice. It's important to follow the manufacturer's instructions for installation and use of the batteries. This will ensure that the ...
@hotheat, we've just published a guide by @heacol to piping, setting up and configuring a heat pump system to operate most efficiently that he has bas...
@Morgan, winners names are provided in the link above.
@benseb, quick question. Are your numbers based on the boilers and ASHP running 24/7?
You’ve got some enviously deep pockets 😆
@julianc, your maintenance deal is a good one, but I suspect you’re in the minority on the good maintenance and warranty deal. Good to hear you’re cov...
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