Advantages of Air Source Heat Pumps Over Traditional Heating
Air source heat pumps have boomed in popularity in the UK in recent years. Government incentives aimed at reducing carbon emissions along with the average person’s private concerns about the indefinite cost of living crisis have bolstered interest in this alternative to traditional heating. Let’s explore some of the advantages of the ASHP compared to its traditional alternative.
Energy Efficiency: ASHPs (Air Source Heat Pumps) have much higher COPs (High Coefficient of Performance), meaning they produce more heat for less units of electricity. Their increased efficiency at heating living spaces also means a reduction in energy costs for those that use them.
Multi-functional: ASHPs can both heat and cool a room, meaning guaranteed use all year round. Electric fans that guzzle electricity will be a thing of the past in summer, just as gas and oil heating methods will be in winter.
Lack of Serious Safety Concerns: The use of gas and oil in traditional heating can be extremely dangerous, with fire hazards and risks of carbon monoxide poisoning. ASHPs are much safer to use in the home.
Low Maintenance: Boiler servicing and repairs are a significant job, as traditional heating methods are much more expensive to keep running as they should. ASHPs, on the other hand, are easier to maintain and only require brief annual services.
Space and Aesthetics: ASHPs have developed better designs, with sleeker and more modern appearances intended to be coherent with modern housing and architectural styles. They also take up less space, with no more need for boiler rooms or protruding radiators.
Lack of Modern Features: ASHPs are often smart and easy to operate from your phone. While smart homes are sometimes compatible with traditional heating methods, this can be an additional cost to set up.
Government-Approved: Nowadays, traditional heating methods are facing regulatory challenges as the government tries to move away from using fossil fuels. ASHPs form the basis of several UK government initiatives aiming to reduce carbon emissions and help the environment.
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