Category: Heat pumps
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Biomass boilers vs heat pumps — how to choose the best system for heating your home
If you’re exploring your options for a new heating system, an upgrade or perhaps considering which type of energy efficient heating to use in your self build plans, you’ll likely find yourself comparing a number of options, including biomass boilers vs heat pumps. However, while both solutions offer a viable alternative to fossil fuel system,…
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High temperature heat pump or radiator upgrade?
Although the best way of running an air source heat pump is to run it at the lowest temperature possible, high temperature heat pumps are now more widely available and can be considered a good option for older homes where lower temperatures might not suffice. But, do the extra running costs that come with higher…
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A guide to using a heat pump for a hot tub
If you’ve ever winced at your hot tub’s running costs, you might be wondering whether there’s a smarter way to keep the water warm. One option that’s already popular for swimming pools, and is now gaining attention, is the air source heat pump. But can it really deliver on both comfort and savings? The short…
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Heat pump ads banned as regulator deems claims “misleading”
Britain’s advertising regulator has again stepped in over misleading heat pump marketing, banning two more adverts for failing to spell out the rules on government grants. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) said promotions from Aira and EDF Energy omitted key details about eligibility for the £7,500 boiler upgrade subsidy. The ruling comes just a week…
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Watchdog orders thousands to stop using heat pump tumble dryers
The UK’s product safety regulator has ordered 17,000 heat pump tumble dryer owners to stop using their appliances immediately following a serious fire risk. Heat pump tumble dryers have become a popular energy-efficient choice in modern homes and renovations. However, this recall underscores the ongoing challenge of ensuring appliance safety while meeting energy efficiency goals,…
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Why the £7,500 heat pump grant isn’t reaching most homes
The UK Government is offering £7,500 grants to help households switch to low-carbon heat pumps, but many still can’t access them. Recent rule changes have helped increase applications, but red tape, upfront costs, and installer shortages remain major barriers. Experts warn that without deeper reform, the scheme risks falling short of its climate goals and…
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Can a heat pump cool a house?
While there’s not a straightforward yes or no answer to ‘can a heat pump cool a house’, there are certainly ways of achieving both temperatures from one unit. However, it’s not simply a case of flicking a switch say the experts. Choosing the right type of heat pump is essential and the only way to…
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Octopus and British Gas go to war over £500 heat pump claims
As the UK heat pump market heats up, a clash between Octopus Energy and British Gas over “from £500” pricing has erupted into a full-blown row. Octopus was recently reprimanded by the UK’s ad watchdog for promoting heat pumps for £500, a figure the ASA said was misleading. Now Octopus is fighting back, accusing British…
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Planning permission reform boosts UK heat pump sales
The UK is making real progress on its goal to install 600,000 heat pumps each year by 2028. New research from energy company Aira shows a sharp rise in the number of people applying for heat pump grants through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, with applications up 54% in the first half of 2025 compared to…
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Heat pump size: What do you need and how is it calculated?
Heat pumps and heat pump technology are no longer a new technology, and in fact most of us have had one in our homes for many years in the form of a fridge. They operate on the same principle, using a refrigerant based system to heat and cool. However, in the same way as you…