What is Economy 7?
What is the Economy 7 tariff? Economy 7 is simply a 2-tiered tariff that charges you less for using energy at off peak times. Usually this means that energy is cheaper from around midnight to 7am, although this may vary…
Air Source Heat Pumps
Air source heat pumps extract heat from the air, even at temperatures as low as minus 20 degrees. This heat can then be used for space heating in the home.
Ground Source Heat Pumps
Ground source heat pumps work by extracting heat from the ground, which can then be used in the home for space heating or hot water.
Water Source Heat Pumps
Water source heat pumps extract heat from a water source on your property. The heat extracted can then be used to heat water or for space heating.
Heat Pumps and Planning Permission
Do I need planning permission for a heat pump? Ground and water source heat pumps Usually, unless you live in a listed property or conservation area, ground and water source heat pumps are considered a permitted development. You shouldn’t need…
Ed’s Blog: Air Source Heat Pumps
Ed, is a pilot and has recently bought a Victorian property with his wife just south of Reading. He is quite conscious about the environment and his carbon footprint, but due to his job, he appreciates his carbon footprint…