Heat pumps can often be a source of concern for homeowners and tenants interested in energy grants such as ECO4. There’s a common perception that these systems are costly to operate and maintain, leading many to shy away from applying.
At Energy Grant Access, the number one question we hear is “are heat pumps expensive to run?”. We understand these concerns. However, when a heat pump system is correctly installed and combined with complementary measures like solar energy and insulation, it can drastically increase a home’s energy efficiency.
Why Do Some Homeowners Have a Bad Experience With Heat Pumps?
The primary problem is companies installing heat pumps that aren’t adequately sized, or installing them without other necessary measures such as insulation and solar. Sometimes though, the problem can be as simple as the homeowner not following best practices.
Though it is the installation companies’ responsibility to do a much better job of ensuring heat pumps are installed alongside the relevant measures.
Heat pumps extract heat from the outside air (or ground) and pump it indoors to heat your home. But when they are poorly installed, or the house is not adequately insulated, the pumps may need to work harder to maintain the desired temperature. Consequently, this increases the energy consumed, thereby raising utility bills.
Additionally, you must consider the complete picture of your home’s energy use to install heat pumps. A heat pump is far more effective and economical with complementary measures like solar power and insulation.
Our Solution: Comprehensive Home Surveys and Whole House Measures
Understanding your home’s unique energy needs is the first step towards efficient energy consumption here at Energy Grant Access. That’s why our approach starts with comprehensive home surveys, identifying how your home loses energy and where we can make strategic improvements. We don’t simply install a heat pump and call it a day; we ensure that the entire system, from your walls to your roof, works together to make your home energy-efficient.
Heat Loss Survey
A heat loss survey is a fundamental part of this process, ensuring that the installation of a heat pump is not just a transaction but a step towards a more sustainable and cost-effective home. By identifying and addressing areas of heat loss, we can significantly enhance the performance of a heat pump, making it a reliable and efficient source of heating for your home.
Proper Heat Pump Installation
A well-installed heat pump is an efficient heat pump. Our experienced team ensures that your system is correctly sized, optimally located, and correctly set up to provide maximum efficiency.
Insulation – An Energy Saver
Up to a quarter of your home’s heat escapes through the roof, while walls can lose about a third. That’s where insulation comes into play. By implementing cavity wall and loft insulation, we significantly reduce heat loss, ensuring your heat pump doesn’t have to work as hard to maintain a cosy home temperature.
Solar Energy – An Essential Partner
Solar panels generate free electricity for your home, reducing your reliance on the grid, especially during peak sun hours. When combined with heat pumps, solar energy can help reduce the cost of running the heat pump, saving you money on utility bills.
In conclusion, a heat pump is more than just a stand-alone solution. Instead, it’s part of a holistic approach to home energy efficiency. We can help homeowners benefit from a highly efficient, eco-friendly, and cost-effective home heating system by incorporating solar energy and insulation.
We do understand the concerns, and although virtually everybody we deal with is thrilled with the result, we’ve spoken first-hand with many homeowners who have had a bad experience with companies who have installed a heat pump without installing adequate insulation and solar and other people who have had installations that were poorly surveyed and, as a result, don’t warm their homes effectively. However, don’t let misconceptions or other people’s experiences deter you from the potential of heat pumps.
Contact us today to see how we can create a tailored energy solution for your home and help get you out of fuel poverty.
