Heat pumps have grown into one of the most popular renewable technologies in the UK in recent years because of the huge savings and earnings you can make. <\/p>\n
Like solar panels, there\u2019s now a massive financial incentive for making an investment and the Government will pay you for all renewable heat generated. <\/p>\n
There are different systems to consider with heat pumps and you can pick between a ground or air source heat pump.<\/p>\n
Both are highly efficient and provide you with a massive return on investment. <\/p>\n
But there are some things to think about before making the investment. Take a look at the three big points below:<\/p>\n
1.\tIs your home insulated?<\/strong><\/p>\n Heat pumps produce heat for space and hot water heating, but at a lower temperature than typical boilers. This means your home needs to be well insulated if you\u2019re to see significant benefits. Without insulation, the heat will simply escape your home through the walls, windows, roof and door. <\/p>\n There are plenty of options to help improve your home\u2019s energy efficiency though, such as loft lagging, wall cavity insulation and double glazing. The better insulated your home, the greater your savings will be with a heat pump. <\/p>\n 2.\tHow is your heat distributed?<\/strong><\/p>\n By this, we mean your existing heat distribution. Most homes have radiators with at least one per room. Now, whilst it\u2019s true that heat pumps work best with underfloor heating, installing larger radiators is also a great way to take advantage from this renewable energy. With normal radiators the heat pump will operate 25% less efficiently, but this will still help you to save and earn regardless. <\/p>\n 3.\tWhich fuel are you replacing?<\/strong><\/p>\n How is your home heated before the heat pump is installed? You\u2019ll make greater savings depending on the fuel you\u2019re replacing, with electricity, gas and oil typically seen in British homes. Properties off of the gas grid tend to make greater savings as electricity and oil is more expensive. In fact, by replacing electric heating you can save over \u00a3600 a year. And then you have the Government payments to think about as well. <\/p>\n Whilst you won\u2019t make as much by switching from gas heating, you\u2019ll still profit. That\u2019s purely because of the RHI scheme which pays out for seven years. <\/p>\n Of course, heat pumps aren\u2019t for every property so it\u2019s always best to think about your home and whether it\u2019s suitable. An expert is best placed to help you here, so make sure to speak to a few companies and get some professional assistance. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Facts & Figures You’ll Love To Share <\/strong><\/p>\n