There are two types of modern heat pumps available for heating radiators, underfloor heating systems and water in a building. These are: air source and ground source heat pumps. Conventional electric heating is now being replaced with a renewable energy source at a very reasonable cost. Both the above mentioned types of heat pumps are energy efficient as they reduce fuel bills and are also good for the environment.
Air source heat pumps are designed to absorb heat from the outside air and use it to heat radiators and other heating systems in the home. These units can greatly reduce your fuel bills because they replace the conventional heating systems that work on electricity. There are two types of air source heat pumps that can be installed in a building. These are;
Low temperature split systemsHigh temperature split systems
Newly built buildings that are based on energy efficiency require low temperature split systems. A maximum flow temperature of 55 degrees Celsius is sufficient to achieve the desired results. The other system needs a maximum temperature of 80 degrees Celsius to work efficiently and it is more suitable for older buildings with no underfloor heating systems. Some companies also offer hybrid models to further enhance their capability.
Air source heat pump installers are responsible for installing the system in a house so that the residents may benefit from its uses. The systems are usually very easy and quick to install. They require minimal maintenance and hence are very cost effective in the long run. Air source heat pumps also come in a reversible version, which makes use of an inverter controlled compressor. Such a system would use only 30% of the energy used up by a conventional heating system. Another important benefit of an air source heat pump is that it reduces carbon dioxide emissions to a great extent hence saving the environment.
There are indoor as well as outdoor air source heat pumps available. Usually no drilling is required to install them and are therefore very cost-effective. Moreover, the maintenance or repair costs are also very low as these units are designed to last for a long time. They are based on the “fit and forget” technology that most homeowners prefer nowadays. There is a need to adopt renewable energy solutions in almost every area of life so that we can save our planet for future generations and cut down on our energy bills at the same time.