• Air Source Heat Pumps North Yorkshire

    Phil France Plumbing and Heating provide the specification, integration and maintainance of air source heat pumps, and air-water source heat pumps, providing heating and ventilation across the year as needed.

  • Air Source Heat Pumps

    Air Source Heat Pumps are one of the leading low carbon alternatives to traditional high carbon heating systems. Air-source heat pump (ASHP) work by drawing in outside air through the unit and converting it to heat using a refrigeration process, which can be used to provide heat for radiators, underfloor heating and domestic hot water. From a new build to integrating an air source heat pump into an existing central heating system, Phil France and his experienced engineers provide the necessary professional services for both domestic and commercial customers needs, from project concept to completion. 

     

    Our North Yorkshire service area covers all towns 

    Scarborough, Whitby, Filey, Bridlington. Snaiton, Malton, Helmsley, Pickering, Thirsk, Skipton, Tadcaster, Guisborough, York, Harrogate etc ...

  • Types of Air Source Heat Pump

    There are two main types of air source heat pump usually installed

    Air to air heat pump

    Air source to air heat pump

    The air-to-air system produces warm air which is circulated by ventillation units to heat your home; also for cooling in warmer weather.

     

    Air to air heat pumps are essentially refridgerators that work in reverse. They pump heated air into your house, so you need another mechanism to heat your water. This is considered as a hybrid system - i.e. a heat pump and traditional boiler combined. The concept being that the heat pump does most of the work, but falls back on the boiler to help out in particularly cold weather, when the heat pump may struggle.

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    Air source to water heat pump

    The air-to-water system distributes heat via radiators or underfloor heating and also heats your hot water.

     

    Most heat pumps installed in the UK are air to water heat pumps * They provide both space and water heating and are suitable for almost all properties, including flats. The heat pump is about the size of a fridge, and you just need space outside where either wall or floor mounted also allows enough space around it to get a good flow of air. (*source Energy Savbings Trust)

  • Air Source Heat Pumps - FAQ

    A few frequently asked questions

    Do I need planning permission?

    Usually they are a permitted development although in a listed building or conservation area setting you may need local council confirmation. So it may be best to check.

    How hot will my domestic water be?

    Around 50 degrees, which is really too hot to hold your hand under - and more than enough for a full hot bath or shower.

    Do I get central heating and hot water?

    Yes, an air to water heat pump can provide you with all of your central heating and hot water needs.

    Are air source heat pumps noisy?

    No. The sound pressure figures range between the noise level of a domestic fridge and normal human conversation. Apart from the intrinsic quietness of the compressor and the fan in the heat pump, it is installed on two large sound-absorbing rubber feet that minimise any vibration. Usual installation positions produce no sound that can be heard within the property.

     

    For clients who are particularly concerned about the noise levels we can offer an ultra-quiet range.

    Do I need underfloor heating?

    You can use existing radiators in a house, calculations will be made to determine which radiators need up sizing accordingly. Where possible up-sizing can be achieved by moving the larger existing radiators into the smaller rooms and fitting new bigger radiators into the larger rooms. This reduces waste and overall cost of installation.
     

    Underfloor heating is an effective way to heat a new build but not always the best solution for a retrofit. In many cases, radiators can be sized to deliver similar efficiencies to underfloor heating.

    If electric is needed how is it cheaper?

    This conundrum is explained as follows: Heating efficiency is measured by a products Co-efficiency Of Performance (COP).

     

    An average air source heat pump has an efficiency of 300%. This is three times higher than electric radiators. For example, electrical heating works on a ratio of 1:1 (100%). Air source, on the other hand, converts 3kWh for every 1kWh of electricity you buy in, a ratio of 1:3 (300%). The ratio of transfer is the COP.

  • Contact Phil France Plumbing & Heating today

    Office : 42-46 Ewart Street, Scarborough. North Yorkshire. YO12 4EP

     

    Tel : 01723 639146

    Mob : 07971 194912

    Email : admin[at]philfrance.co.uk 

     

    Or send a message via the secure form

    Our service area is the YO postcode areas of North Yorkshire ... Scarborough, Whitby, Filey, Bridlington, Snaiton, Malton, Helmsley, Pickering, Thirsk, Guisborough, York etc ...

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