Geothermal Heat Pumps

Geothermal heat pumps make use of relatively constant temperatures and can act as both as a heat source and heat source for buildings. A liquid refrigerant is pumped from the outside of the building to the inside and this is responsible for the transferral of heat from one area to the other.


There is quite a significant initial expense when it comes to geothermal heat pumps, however once setup, they are easy to maintain and cheap to run. They are a very efficient heating solution and are environmentally friendly. One note of caution is to mention that ground source pumps work best with underfloor heating due to it being more efficient than a radiator.

Heat Pumps Introduction

Definition:
A heat pump is a device that is responsible for the movement of heat. In most circumstances they are used to extract heat from the ground or air, though they can be used in order to cool a building.

A major advantage of heat pumps is that they can be used to both heat and cool a specific building. This means that one system is capable of encompassing two separate tasks that can be required at different times of the year. Heat pump systems are also regarded as efficient as they involve manipulating existing heat, as opposed to burning fuels. Beyond the initial outlay of the heat pump system, they are said to be considerably cheaper in the long-term in greatly reducing heating and cooling utility bills.

However, it is important that as a purchaser of a heat pump system you can have confidence in what you are purchasing. Indeed, heat pump systems are not suitable for every situation and circumstance. Furthermore, it is essential that you take account of the various reviews on heat pumps; a plethora of which can be found at your fingertips on the internet.

Another major point of consideration is the installation of the heat pump system. It is estimated that above 80% of issues with heat pumps arise due to poor installation and this is a remarkably high figure. This means it is essential you do the relevant background checks on the individuals installing your heat pumps and this means taking measures like consulting friends etc. Realistically you want someone with plenty of experience installing your particular unit.