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much lower cost to the planet and the bill payer . Not-to-mention be a savvy installation for their own premises too .
For new developments , whether residential or commercial , alternative heat pumps and energy can be included in the ‘ bones of the building ’ and can be drawn into the plans just as doors , windows , glazing , roofing , even hardware choices are made . Just as the safety and security criteria of a building and its intended use are of utmost importance to the architect and specifier of a project , energy efficiency and eco responsibility is part and parcel of the plans now , and rightly so .
Subsequently , the costings of running a building long-term especially for commercial properties such as schools , hospitals , municipal buildings etc must be factored in . Likewise for residential properties , efficient and effective heating that is also low cost and kind to the environment ticks every box for the savvy would-be resident or landlord .
For refurbishment and regeneration projects , one simple question of ‘ have you considered an Air Source Heat Pump ?’ for example , when quoting an extension , conservatory or garden room job is all it takes . The choice is then up to the fitter whether they wish to pass the lead onto an accredited and approved company or carry out the install themselves ( with adequate training of course ).
It is highly unlikely that any of us will walk on the moon , but most of us agree that taking steps towards sustainability is essential at home and at work . For householders , saving money in the long run and running a greener home is an achievable goal – with the right information and maybe a little incentive along the way . For business owners – and fenestration companies – being aware of the crossover is a lucrative leap . And for both , ‘ sooner rather than later ’ means you won ’ t get left behind .
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Since 2011 , ECO Footprint Ltd has been recognised as a top supplier and installer of renewable technology in South Yorkshire including Air Source Heat Pumps , Solar Panels and Solar Batteries . Now , ECO Footprint Ltd has teamed up with Clearview Group to help educate the fenestration industry on the technology behind Air Source Heat Pumps , the products and services that ECO Footprint Ltd can provide , and the lucrative business opportunities available to both larger brands in the industry and independent businesses .
In the words of a famous fence paint , the name is pretty much how it sounds ; using air from the outside to heat water - and therefore radiators - by pumping it into a building . That ’ s the simple ‘ what it says on the tin ’ explanation . The pump itself uses a method similar to the way a refrigerator works but in reverse .
The Air Source Heat Pump takes in air from outside to heat a liquid refrigerant . Using electricity , the pump compresses the liquid to increase its temperature . This then condenses back into a liquid to release stored heat .
Heat is sent to radiators or underfloor heating ; the remainder is stored in a hot water cylinder to be used for showers , baths and taps .
For the property owner , this means a future-proof heating solution for the home or business . Air Source Heat Pumps tick all the boxes for eco-conscious home and business owners as they provide efficient , green energy without the use of fossil fuels
As we know , the future of heating in the United Kingdom is going to be ‘ renewable ’, however – there are many who have not yet heard of Air Source Heat Pumps – for those who are new to the technology , understandably there will be questions . Therefore in a series of articles over the coming months , Clearview Group , in partnership with ECO Footprint Ltd , will explain everything there is to know about the product and its installation , plus - most importantly - how to get involved .