Last seen: Jun 21, 2025
That is a good question, and there's so much confusion about this. I'll reach out to my installer and heat pump expert network for guidance.
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We totally relate to this. Running costs at temperatures below 3C on an ASHP are much, much higher than oil (and probably gas).
@roamingbull, interesting. And what if a property you really liked had a heat pump - would you still consider it?
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That’s exactly what we do with ours – I think we’ve set it to 1C. Additionally, if we’re expecting a prolonged cold snap lasting a few days, I’ll lowe...
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