What to consider when installing an air source heat pump into your new home
Leading heating manufacturer Grant understands how essential it is to choose the perfect heating system for your new home—one that meets your unique needs and keeps you and your family warm and comfortable for years to come. With rising heating costs and the focus on reducing carbon footprints, more homeowners are considering sustainable heating solutions including air source heat pumps.
But before you install an air source heat pump in your home, you should consider the following points outlined by Grant to ensure you benefit from a cost-effective, efficient heating solution that will serve you well into the future.
Is your home properly insulated?
Your home’s insulation levels, window quality, and overall building structure play significant roles in ensuring that a heat pump works efficiently. For air source heat pumps to work at optimum efficiency, the home needs to be well-insulated as they rely on maintaining consistent indoor temperatures. Prior to installing your heat pump, check that your home’s insulation is up to standard to prevent heat loss and maximise energy efficiency. At Grant, they offer free of charge home heating design service which provides homeowners with in-depth heat loss calculations that will account for any potential issues in insulation within the home.
How to find out what size of heat pump is suitable for your home
When installing an air source heat pump, it is essential that the system is correctly designed and sized. Low-temperature heating systems, such as a heat pump, have specific design requirements which must be met to ensure that the system can successfully meet the heating demand of the property. To correctly size your air source heat pump, send your house drawings to the Grant technical specialists and the team will conduct a comprehensive home heating design process.
This includes detailed room-by-room heat loss calculations to ensure your home benefits from the most efficient and reliable heat pump system. Once the heat loss calculations are complete, the team will develop a fully integrated heating package solution by sizing and specifying the best suited air source heat pump for your new build home.
What is the heat pump’s efficiency rating?
The efficiency of a heat pump is measured by its Coefficient of Performance (COP). This figure indicates the ratio of heat output to energy input. A higher COP means better efficiency. Most modern heat pumps can achieve a COP of between 3 and 5, meaning for every unit of electricity used, the system produces three to five units of heat. Understanding these ratings is crucial when selecting the most efficient system for your home.
What space is required for installation?
Air source heat pumps typically need outdoor space to position the unit where airflow is optimal. It is important to thoroughly assess the available outdoor space to determine if your property can accommodate the system type you’re considering.
What support is available post-installation?
Grant offers a comprehensive aftercare service to ensure your heat pump system continues to function efficiently. You should also ask your installer about monitoring options for your system, which allow you to track performance and identify potential issues early. At Grant, we’re committed to ensuring your heat pump installation is both cost-effective and energy-efficient, providing long-lasting comfort. Our dedicated team offers comprehensive support throughout the process, from initial planning to post-installation care, so you can feel confident that your home’s heating needs are in expert hands.
In exciting news, Grant Heating has announced the launch of its new Grant Aerona 290 air source heat pump. Available in outputs from 4kW to 16kW, this next-generation heat pump delivers superior performance in all weather conditions, ultra-low noise levels, and reduced climate impact thanks to its energy-efficient R290 refrigerant.
For over 45 years, Grant has been leading the way in providing innovative heating solutions to homes across Ireland and is transforming the way homeowners across the country heat their homes,
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