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Your logic is sound. I've got similar battery capacity (2 x Powerwalls) which have only hit empty once so far this autumn/winter with my 7kW Vaillant ...
As someone who is considering buying an EV within a few years, I would much prefer to invest in one which supports V2H and V2G given that the vehicle ...
A thought, FWIW. Where is the OAT sensor located and does your system configuration allow you to set an offset? I've noticed that the OAT sensor (loca...
Try reducing the DHW hysteresis setting and schedule the DHW to come on just before and during periods when the hot water is likely to be used. The hy...
Given the very slow response of UFH, I'm surprised that it's noticeable if the heating goes off or an hour or so. And a new build, if insulated to cur...
Is the buffer tank in the house? If so, any heat loss should be contributing to the domestic heating and, for the summer half the heat should be makin...
I've just checked in my Vaillant app and see that I can set my Arotherm to heat the hot water up to 70C which is higher than you are envisaging. The d...
In the Vaillant app go to Settings (the cog wheel icon) > Control > Heating > Weekly planner and put in a temperature below the setback value...
Here's a good example of how to build a hot water cylinder shed starting with a well-insulated base.
I have to wonder about the temperature inside that shed. Earlier you noted that it's a pressed steel shed. Did the installer add a generous layer of i...
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