Heat Pumps FAQ's
Q. Can a heat pump be compatible with under floor heating?
There are many ways that the heat can be delivered in the home. Under floor heating together with a heat pump is the most efficient combination. Under floor heating works with lower temperature working fluid (~40C) this improves the operating efficiency of the system.
The other common alternative is hot water central heating, using conventional radiators. When using conventional radiators the sizes of the radiators specified should be ~15% larger than normal since the temperature of the working fluid supplied by the heat pump is slightly lower than for fossil fuel powered boilers.
Q. Will a heat pump work well in conjunction with a solar system?
Yes, a heat pump and solar water heating system are the perfect combination. The solar panels will provide most of the hot water heating, thus freeing up more of the energy from the heat pump for space-heating. The solar system collects energy during the day, however a heat pump can collect the energy stored in the environment 24 hours per day.
We would say that the best solution for water is Solar thermal panels in conjunction with a Heatpump offer you a complete water heating solution, the solar thermal working for you in in the summer periods and the heatpump in the winter.
Q. Can I use a heat pump to heat hot water?
Yes, we offer solutions just to heat hot water, or combined, to run the central heating and the hot water .
Q. Can I use a heat pump to heat my swimming pool?
Yes , there are many different solutions to heat a swimming pool. You can use a combined heat pump which runs the central heating, the domestic hot water and heats the swimming pool . Or you use a separate air source heat pump . See Collectors for the different types of collector.
Q. Can I use a heat pump with radiators?
Yes , you can. However the size of the radiators and the pipe work between the heat pump and the radiators is important.
If 10mm pipe has been used to connect radiators this will need to be replaced with 15mm pipe.
Q. Can I use a combination of a solar system and a heat pump?
Yes , we offer a lot of solutions for homes with an existing solar system to connect this to the heat pump system. Basically the solar can work in day time and the heat pump is a backup heating system.
Q. Can I install this myself?
Yes, many competent DIYers have successfully installed their own systems. We can offer advice on installation, but would also recommend that the system is commissioned by one of our experts upon completion.
Q. Will the system freeze in winter?
No, the pipes are filled with saline solution which prevents freezing.
Q. How long will the system last?
System life is approximately 25 years.