THE BENEFITS OF HEAT PUMPS The rise of energy efficient homes
Heat Pumps are hot news again with the recent launch of the Boiler Upgrade Scheme in England , but Self-builders and renovators have been at the cutting edge of designing and building energy efficient , low carbon homes for decades . A recent survey conducted by NaCSBA ( The National Customer and Self Build Association ) reported that 1 in 2 self-builders installed a sustainable heating system . Respondents also stated that building to achieve maximum energy efficiency , and incorporating eco technologies , were their top two sustainable priorities .
So why are Heat Pumps a no brainer in new , or renovated , homes ?
1 ) You are already committed to the cost of a new heating system , meaning that whatever you use to heat your home , you have already set aside budget to pay for the underfloor heating or radiators ( or both !)
2 ) You , or your architect , are designing your space and provision can be made for the right sized area and location for the equipment needed for a heat pump system .
3 ) A Heat Pump , as part of your design , can help achieve lower SAP Calculations , a requirement for a Scottish Building Warrant , or in England , assist with getting Planning Permission granted .
4 ) Changes to building legislations in June 2022 and the Future Homes Standard due in 2025 see increasing requirements for thermal efficiency as a priority – a fabric first approach – to increase air tightness and reduce heat loss . This means you ’ ll need a smaller heat pump , which will cost less and have lower running costs .
5 ) These changes also mean that new heating systems will have to be designed to work with a maximum 55 ° C flow temperature – but why stop there ? A good heat pump design can reduce this to 35 ° C , reducing energy usage even further !
6 ) Heat Pumps work 3 to 5 times more efficiently then even a brand-new gas , oil or LPG boiler , and if your site or
Heat Pumps are also a great partner for Solar PV , integrating seamlessly and helping to reduce running costs .
home is off-gas grid it could means no costly new gas connection , or future fuel deliveries .
7 ) With horizontal Ground Source Heat Pumps , getting the collector pipes in when your groundworkers are already onsite is a great cost saver .
8 ) There is no funding available to install a fossil fuel boiler , but as a self-builder or renovator you should get financial support , via the BUS or the HES Loan schemes , to install a heat pump – in many cases making the cost of installation comparable with a top of the range boiler system .
IMS Heat Pumps have been working with a number of prestige developers and architects who have seen the benefit of , and the consumer demand for , low carbon , energy efficient homes . Working in partnership on ‘ off-gas grid ’ developments , we can demonstrate that not only does a heat pump meet SAP against a ‘ fossil fuel + Solar PV ’ alternative , but that the cost is comparable ; and the homeowner isn ’ t buying into future oil price hikes , or delivery issues ! Heat Pumps are also a great partner for Solar PV , integrating seamlessly and helping to reduce running costs . One major benefit for the developer in trusting the work to the Heat Pump experts at IMS Heat Pumps is the ongoing customer care and workmanship warranty provided to the homeowner post-sale . IMS provide specialist service and maintenance assistance , long after the developer has moved on , giving peace of mind to the buyer who may not have had any experience of a heat pump before .
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