Air Source Heat Pumps Installers Edinburgh

Air Source Heat Pump System Installations

Heat Pump System

Air source installations are used to convert the stored energy in the outside air into heat, this provides a reasonable temperature inside the property this type of heating can reduce heating costs by up to 50% compared to conventional heating systems. Another method of heat extraction from air sources are exhaust air heat pumps, these can provide clean hygienic air inside the property, this technology works by the capture of heat energy from lighting, occupants and even domestic appliances fitted in the home, and then recycling the warm air. Such products can be fitted and installed by contractors and suppliers to new or existing homes and can also be retro-fitted to existing commercial buildings, or an installer can fit a new system for business corporate buildings, typically offices for space heating requirements. Ensure that the contractors are qualified to carry out such work.

Edinburgh companies that manufacture, supply, install or distribute Air Source Heat Pumps are listed below.

The use of heat pumps and Air-Source Heating is considered as a renewable eco-friendly, low carbon solution to supplement conventional energy sources. The payback time of such an installation can quoted by a consultant, or manufacturer of the system. Cheaper and more affordable options that can have an immediate effect on reducing your reliance on grid electricity or mains gas is detailed in Home Energy Saving ideas.

Edinburgh Renewable Energy Grants

For commercial applications a business that invests in a renewable source of energy like a heat pump, may be eligible for a grant as a tax saving incentive. The capital cost of buying a system can be offset by applying for a grant through a Government scheme known as the Enhanced Capital Allowance (ECA) scheme. You can check on their website to see if the equipment that you intend to purchase is eligible. Investing in energy-saving equipment plant and machinery can be written off against the taxable profits of the period in which the investment is made. The scheme is aimed at business, corporate and commercial businesses.

Heat pump typical installation for a domestic (home) application - see below.

Air source heat pumps can be used where it is not possible to use a ground source heat pump due to site constraints. In general these pumps supplement conventional heating systems, they can provide up to 80% of the space heating and hot water requirements, a conventional system by comparison, delivers the balance on the coldest days or at times of peak demand. Air source heat pumps can be used with underfloor heating systems and radiators. For this type of installation it is advisable to have a back-up heating system.

Installation

An air source heat pump can be installed in new build sustainable homes and commercial properties, and also retro-fitted into existing homes and buildings which have a conventional heating system. Consideration should be given to the positioning of the pump outside the property. Ideally it should be located as near as possible to the building to prevent heat loss that may occur. Generally an air source heat pump installation is simpler and cheaper than a ground source type, however the heat available is not always constant.

Benefits

This type of system is becoming more popular in the UK and Europe and have the advantage of reduced carbon emissions and lower fuel costs compared to conventional heating systems. The demand for this type of product has risen in recent years as part of new renewable technologies available today. Heat can be extracted from the ambient air at temperatures down to -15°C. Air source heat pumps can be an effective way of providing space heating, and providing pre-heated domestic hot water for the home. They have high efficiency characteristics and the output heat energy can be up to five times the electrical input power that supplies them.

Air Source Heating is a renewable energy source. Cheaper and more affordable options that can have an immediate effect on reducing your reliance on grid electricity or mains gas is detailed in Home Energy Saving ideas.

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Building Design Products

The current design of buildings should encompass the environmental principles whilst maximising the sustainability and practicality of the building for the owner. There are many specialist consultants available in this field, find out more about Sustainable Homes.

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Air Source Heat Pumps Suppliers in Edinburgh

Equipment and costs are generally cheaper than ground source pumps, as ground loops are not required.

Air Source Heat Pumps work by using the heat freely available in air in the atmosphere, air source heat pump products can be used either indoors or outdoors.

Consideration should be given to new build homes as to the orientation and position to maximise solar gain, in this way, it can help reduce energy use, particularly in winter months. High levels of insulation should be used, and the materials used in the construction are obtained from sustainable sources.

The Sustainable Building Code helps to address these issues. The Building Research Establishment’s Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM) also known as the BRE Ecohomes System. Assessors known as Code Assessors are specialists in this field. See also Sustainable Homes.

Air Source Heat Pumps are considered as a sustainable resource using just the ambient air temperature, and can provide some form of heat even when the air temperature is cold.

Company Websites

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