Heat Pump
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56% of builders say they don't have the knowledge to recommend heat pumps, according to E.ON
By Sam Webb published
Many builders would rather tackle conversations about material shortages and rising costs than heat pumps

This heat pump is now available in the UK on a monthly subscription
By Joseph Mullane last updated
Swedish company offers instalment charges for heat pump installations in renewed efforts to reduce heating system carbon emissions

Heat pump vs condenser dryer: Our guide on how to choose for your home
By Sarah Harley published
We weigh up the pros and cons of heat pump vs condenser dryers to see what the differences are in terms of cost, energy use and drying times

UK heat pump applications rise by 39%
By Joseph Mullane published
As the UK heat pump market increases at the start of 2024 Europe sees a decline in sales for the first time in 15 years

Kensa launch ground source heat pump that is five times more efficient than a gas boiler
By Joseph Mullane published
Kensa’s Shoebox NX uses networked ground source heat pump technology that is said to cost 20% less annually than air source heat pumps

Heat pump installations to triple in 2024 with costs dropping to as little as £500, claims Octopus Energy
By Joseph Mullane published
With the Boiler Upgrade Scheme homeowners could get a heat pump for £500 with more and more homes becoming viable due to high-temperature heat pumps

What is Coefficient of Performance (CoP)? Renewables expert explains this key heat pump calculation
By David Hilton published
The efficiency of heat pumps is rated by their Coefficient of Performance (CoP). But how is it calculated and at what point is it considered to be under-performing?

Government considers increasing the permitted size of heat pumps
By Sam Webb published
Bigger and more efficient heat pumps could be on the horizon if the proposals are put into law

How much does it cost to install a heat pump? Our expert guide to all the factors
By Robin Whitlock published
We take a look at the costs of installing different types of heat pump in existing homes and new builds

Octopus and National Grid join forces to upgrade homes to three-phase electric as part of heat pump and EV charger rollout
By Joseph Mullane published
The collaboration, which comes after Homebuilding & Renovating highlighted the issue, seeks to reduce installations times by upgrading more homes to three-phase electricity
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