There are many benefits that come along with using a heat pump, but first – what is a heat pump, and how does it work? A hydronic heat pump works by circulating a water-like substance, called a refrigerant, through different cycles known as condensation and evaporation. A compressor pump then comes into play, and is used between two heat exchanger coils or pipes.
Heat pumps are capable of heating water for a home, as well as providing heat and cooling in a space through hydronic radiators, slab heating, or trench convectors. Heat pumps are energy efficient and provide a cost effective alternative to other heating products that use high amounts of energy which prove to be more expensive and hurt your pocket in the long run.
What are the disadvantages of a heat pump?
A disadvantage that comes with using heat pumps includes the initial installation process. When installing heat pumps, the work being completed needs to be done on the site structure itself (i.e. the building’s walls) which may result in disruptions in your home or space.
Another disadvantage of heat pumps is the upfront cost being reasonably higher in comparison to other systems. Due to the initial work that needs to be done in order for the system to perform efficiently and operate successfully, heat pumps on average have typically higher upfront costs. Despite this, the use of heat pumps translate into more longer term savings as the cost of energy used for operating is significantly lower than alternative systems of heating.
What are the advantages of a heat pump?
There are several advantages that come with installing a heat pump. This includes lower long term running costs, lower carbon emissions, along with the duality of providing both heating and cooling functions.
Hydronic heat pumps tend to require less maintenance if installed correctly, and are often safer than combustion-based systems which can be attributed to the system’s method involving the repetitious cycle of turning the refrigerant fluid into gas. Heat pumps are often more reliable than other systems and can have longer life spans if maintained correctly and serviced when required.
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