The demand for reliable and relatively inexpensive heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems is growing in our current climate.
With gas and electricity prices soaring, most UK homeowners are on the hunt for the best way to heat and cool their homes with a vast increase in efficiency and are hopeful for a decrease in cost. As a result, air-source heat pumps are becoming the most popular way to heat any space.
The following article explores the benefits of switching to an air-source heat pump to heat your home and you save money today.
What New Research Shows
70% of heating industry professionals think heat pumps could become commonplace in British homes as early as 2025 to 2030. That’s over three-fifths of heating engineering professionals predicting such a vast increase in the demand for the heating solution that they see air-source heat pumps as the most viable solution for all households across the country in as little as two years’ time.
What’s more, 78% of those holding this opinion have already seen a drastic increase in the demand for air-source heat pumps over the last five years.
Though the number of households looking for an air-source heat pump installation is growing by the day, only 23% of all heating industry professionals are already fully trained and competent to carry our air-source heat pump installations – a small percentage compared to the growing demand.
How Can Air-Source Heat Pumps Save You Money?
Air-source heat pumps, on average, only use a third of the amount of electricity of an electric storage heater or boiler, immediately slicing electricity bills and saving households save on their monthly outgoings.
They are also very versatile and affordable for the long-term benefits you receive. The average air-source heat pump owner can see a decrease in their emissions by 44% per year, with an average saving of £335 per year compared to traditional gas boiler owners.
When designed, installed and maintained correctly, air-source heat pumps can heat or cool a space exceptionally efficiently, with minimal issues.
Why Air-Source Heat Pumps Will Be Popular in the Future
79% of heating industry professionals believe that the growing demand for air-source heat pumps is derived from global issues, such as global warming and climate change.
These issues will remain a priority until drastic action is taken to reduce the atmospheric temperature, so it’s no wonder that many are searching for the most eco-friendly HVAC system.
Seven out of ten professionals view air-source heat pumps as a more viable solution than they did just a few years ago. Many heating engineers are conscious of the Future Homes Standard of 2025 drawing closer and recommend more innovative heating and cooling solutions like an air-source heat pump to be installed in households across the UK.
The Future Homes Standard of 2025 will rule out fossil fuelled heating solutions being installed in any new build development. This is one step closer to reducing global warming, making an air-source heat pump even more reason to be the go-to heating solution.
Benefits of an ASHP
Below are three additional benefits of an air-source heat pump.
A Longer Life Span
Air-source heat pumps can have a lifespan of up to 20 years if correctly used and maintained. This helps to save money in the long run by reducing the need for a sooner replacement.
Less Maintenance
Traditional heating solutions need much more maintenance than an air source heat pump, ultimately increasing the amount of money spent on repairs.
Though the reduced need for maintenance is prominent, annual inspections are still recommended to ensure everything works correctly.
Minimum Noise
Air-source heat pumps are virtually impossible to hear when running. Any noise that can be heard is usually the sound of air moving through the vessel, providing efficient ventilation solutions for any space.
Air-source heat pump installation and maintenance from Accurate Mechanical Services.
If you are considering having an air-source heat pump installed in your home or are searching for a reputable heating engineer to maintain an existing system, get in touch with Accurate Mechanical Services today.
We are highly experienced in providing domestic and commercial ventilation solutions within London, the South East & West of England.