Renovation
The challenges of adding renewable energy systems to an existing property can be extensive. Standard electric heat pumps often provide a lower temperature water to the system in comparison to a gas boiler and therefore, existing heating systems – such as radiators and hot water tanks – need to be changed in order to get the most from the heat pump. This can be an expensive, disruptive and a frustrating experience for the home owner.
Gas absorption heat pumps are usually installed outside, and gas and supply pipes are connected from inside to outside
underground and sealed. The good news is that current methods of heat distribution inside the house – such as your pre-existing radiators – do not have to be changed, and there is no upheaval from the installation side of things. Indeed, in most cases, you can continue to use your existing radiators, water tanks etc.
What’s more, thanks to the limited use of electricity in a GAHP unit, there’s no upgrade needed on your home’s electrical switch cabinet. Of course, any flue gas and condensate must to be discharged according to legislation, but that’s a regular job for installers.
Sometimes when a standard electric heat pump is added to an existing system there are disturbing flow noises from the heat pump to the radiators. Electrical heat pumps work on a low temperature difference between the inlet and the outlet (known as “delta T”) and therefore have to move a higher flow volume to provide the same energy.
Radiator piping are usually smaller in diameter and the higher flow rate will increase the flow speed in the piping. But with a gas absorption heat pump, this effect can be avoided, as it can deliver a high delta T, in much the same way as a gas boiler.
When it comes to renovating an older home, where a full-scale change of heating system and radiators isn’t possible or financially viable, a GAHP is the obvious and recommended choice. Not only can you keep your existing radiators and comfort level, but you can enjoy integrating renewable energy into your home.
Thanks to highly efficient technology, GAHPs save up to 30% in running costs when compared to gas condensing boilers and 40% compared to gas conventional boiler.
With a GAHP, there’s no need to replace existing radiators or install underfloor heating –eliminating large expenses on installation and the upheaval of your home.
Thanks to highly efficient technology, GAHPs save up to 30% in running costs when compared to gas condensing boilers and 40% compared to gas conventional boiler.
With a GAHP, there’s no need to replace existing radiators or install underfloor heating –eliminating large expenses on installation and the upheaval of your home.
Thanks to highly efficient technology, GAHPs save up to 30% in running costs when compared to gas condensing boilers and 40% compared to gas conventional boiler.
With a GAHP, there’s no need to replace existing radiators or install underfloor heating –eliminating large expenses on installation and the upheaval of your home.
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