Summary of this article: As well as the more documented advantages of installing a heat pump, such as the environmental benefits and the reduction in energy bills, upgrading to one brings with it some additional positive impacts. From a more even and consistent distribution of heat, through to better air quality and circulation, upgrading to a heat pump is about embracing a heating solution that’s the equivalent of wrapping you in a warm, supportive hug on a daily basis.
Upgrading your home heating system to one that is powered by a heat pump is about more than just switching your boiler for an alternative heating source.
As well as helping you embrace a more sustainable heating approach, installing a heat pump can improve your home in a number of different ways that you may not have considered until now.
From consistent temperatures to better air quality, here’s why heat pumps are about more than just heating, they’re about improving the wellbeing of your home, and the people who live in it.
Ready, steady, flow
Unlike gas boilers which operate using short, sharp bursts of heat to boost the temperature inside your home, heat pumps, such as those offered by E.ON Next, take a far steadier approach to heating your home.
Heat pumps deliver gentle, steady heat which helps keep the temperature in your home more consistent throughout the colder months. As well as reducing cold spots in spaces that may previously have struggled to reach the required temperature, maintaining this steady temperature leads to a more comfortable environment, 365 days of the year.
This doesn’t mean you won’t be able to have more heat when you need it though. Using smart heating controls will allow you to schedule your heating to come on more when you need it most, such as first thing in the morning and the evening. But, as it will have remained at a low, steady temperature throughout the day, the demand on the system is far less.
Even heat distribution leads to improved efficiency
As part of the process of upgrading your home to a heat pump, when designing your bespoke system the experts at E.ON Next may also suggest some additional changes to your heating set-up. This may take the form of slightly larger, or additional emitters (radiators) to ensure a more even distribution of heat. Or, it may be that you are recommended to undertake some insulation upgrades.
If you are switching to a heat pump as part of a new-build scheme or major renovation, you may even be considering installing underfloor heating, which is considered to be one of the best partners to a heat pump.
Whatever measures are recommended, however, you can be confident that all of them will be designed to contribute towards the goal of a more even spread of heating throughout your home.
The result? You will no longer need to boost the boiler and burn large amounts of fuel to ensure high heat reaches your emitters. Instead you can sit back and relax, knowing that slow and steady is winning the race towards an energy-efficient home, every time.
Balanced heating will lead to better air quality
One thing homeowners often notice as a result of this more uniform level of heating – specifically one that avoids the short, sharp burst of heat followed by cold spells that you can get when using an old boiler-fed system – is that the humidity levels are far lower, and air temperature circulation is more constant.
Subsequently, any issues with condensation and damp caused by fluctuating temperatures which can lead to high humidity, can be nipped in the bud. As well as meaning your home is at less risk of damage from moisture-related problems, it also contributes to a much healthier environment for you and your family, making it a win-win situation for everyone.
Daily routines won’t change – they’ll simply improve
One of the most common heat pump myths is that when you introduce a system that operates differently to a boiler, your whole lifestyle will have to change.
That simply isn’t the case, say the experts at E.ON Next. Heat pumps will heat your home smartly and efficiently, leaving you to carry on with your day as normal. The only changes you can expect to see are positive, such as the fact you will no longer need to worry about rising gas prices.
And, as well as a warm and comfortable home, you'll also have the security of knowing that you'll still have plenty of hot water for showers and baths with your new heat pump. Your water will be heated by the heat pump and stored in an insulated cylinder, ready to deliver the hot water you need seamlessly and efficiently – and for less cost.
If this home heating upgrade sounds like the ideal solution for your home, why not fill in E.ON Next’s easy-to-use quote request today. The sooner you switch, the sooner you can enjoy a comfortable home that’s warm, energy efficient and more sustainable.
