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Last seen: Jan 2, 2026
@dwynwen when I was at the end of my tether (the installer was not responding to me and the system wasn’t working) I did a bit of research and discove...
@rob_cirrus_energy thank you so much. I’ve been out of action for a week but am back on track now and will start the week by removing the dreaded ra...
@dwynwen I completely mirror your experience. In my mind, because I felt my ignorance of the technology prevented me from asking intelligent questions...
@editor thank you so much. When I started this thread I was very careful not to appear ungrateful for what I’d been awarded. I’m aware that many on th...
@dwynwen hello and welcome! You’ve come to the right place. I was in despair when I first wrote this post and ready to have the whole system taken out...
@judith @jamespa hello again and apologies for radio silence. I’ve been offline for a week… Thank you Judith for your encouragement. Yes, electrici...
@judith the house is indeed warmer than it was before the pump was installed. it’s the considerable cost that has caused the worry and stress. I think...
@jamespa thank you for the clarification. Sadly we don’t have one. I doubt I will be able to get our installer to do this for us, so my next job is to...
@jamespa oh dear, I’m really showing my age and ignorance here.. We don’t have wireless interface. Am I right in thinking this is another gadget, like...
@lenny thanks so much for your reply and your encouraging comments. I think you’re right about the administration of the Eco4 grants.. Recipients seem...
@judith it sounds as though you’re happy with the system which is encouraging to hear. Can I ask what type/age of house you have? As for room temper...
@adrian thank you for your insights and yes, you’re absolutely right about the timing of the install being at the worst possible time of year. Add to ...
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