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As @derek-m says you need to unbundle 'poorly installed'. WC disabled is worth 10-20% (less at lower fixed flow temperatures, more at higher fix...
I shall consider myself duly reprimanded. I don't really do emoji so Ill opt for the simplest 😀
If its 2-3% for each degree (which I believe because its what the data sheets say) then how does it become 40-70% for 5 degrees? 1.03^5 (ie compounde...
No, but I do reserve the right to decide whether I am treated or not, and to request the surgeon to explain the trade offs (which good ones do) if the...
If this is the case we need to see the evidence and understand the reasons, as it's completely at odds with the manufacturer data. And if it is the ...
I'm not disagreeing with you, ideally you should be given the choice (and informed of the implications) and, if the price is the same, then it comes d...
In principle I entirely agree. However unless it's mandated by government, suppliers aren't going to provide extra services free of charge and as a c...
I know what the manufacturers figures say! Taking a concrete example, Vaillant 7kW scop is quoted as 3.91 at 45 and 3.39 at 55. That's no where lik...
Thanks. Interestingly the Institute of Acoustics points out that locating an ASHP on the road side of a property will often make sense in terms ...
Im not sure Octopus is any worse than 'smaller' installers, who frequently insist on radiator (and cylinder) changes even if the customer doesn't want...
I don't for one moment dispute that there has been underinvestment, but that doesn't mean that load shifting should be dismissed. It makes perfect se...
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RE: Passiv Smart Thermostat - Help & Forum Support
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Analysis of the economics of switching to an A2W ASHP compared to other heat sources
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RE: Why are ASHP installs so expensive?
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RE: Next steps on my ASHP journey: Radiators and Pipework
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RE: Recommendations in Ely (Cambs) area for Full setup checks on Nibe HP setup for House.
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