In recent years, a change in regulations has made it more straightforward for homeowners to install low emission heating systems in their home. Air source heat pumps are now considered a permitted development, as are ground source heat pumps, unless you live in a listed property or conservation area. This means that you shouldn’t need…
As the temperatures outside begin to get colder, we are changing the way we use HVAC units in the home and workplace. Whereas you may have had it cooling your space all summer, you may find yourself now changing your air conditioning unit to make use of its heating function. Once you start to notice…
As part of the Spring Statement in 2022, then Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced that VAT would be further reduced to 0% on the installation of both air conditioning units and air source heat pumps. This was introduced from April 1st 2022 as part of the British energy security strategy. It can benefit homeowners by allowing…
If you are looking to make your home more environmentally friendly, you may think that air conditioning will have a negative impact on your carbon footprint, but this is no longer always the case. With recent advancements in air conditioning technology, major manufacturers are increasingly finding ways to develop HVAC units that consume significantly less…
If you are looking for an alternative way to heat and cool your home, Mechanical Ventilation Heat Recovery (MVHR) Systems are a cost-effective and energy-efficient option. The way that they are able to transfer heat from stale air into fresh outside air means that you can expect your energy consumption to be reduced by up…
Having a fully operational air conditioning unit in your office is important all year round, but you may notice that is essential to keeping your employees focused during the soaring summer temperatures. Not only will a HVAC system make sure that your office is a comfortable environment, but it can also boost productivity and make…
Both air source and ground source heat pumps have become popular for the benefits they can have in the winter months, warming your home more efficiently than traditional heating methods. You may not have known that you can get just as much use out of your heat pump during the warm summer months. You can…
Throughout the summer months, your air conditioning system is likely to see its highest amount of usage. With your system being left on for many hours of the day and overnight to maintain a constant temperature in your home, you could see your energy bills creeping up at this time of year. There are a…
One of the reasons air and ground source heat pumps have become so popular is because of the fact that they require little maintenance and can be expected to last 20 to 30 years if installed by a qualified engineer. Once installed, maintenance and servicing are recommended to be carried out yearly by a qualified…
In recent years, heat pump systems have grown in popularity in the UK and Europe. They are a more energy efficient heating and cooling alternative to burning fossil fuels such as gas and electricity, reducing the carbon emissions your home produces. If you are unfamiliar with heat pumps and not sure what all the hype…