What is ASHP Heating?

As the cost of living rises, many households are looking for ways to save money. With energy prices at the heart of those rising costs, it’s only natural to consider how you heat your home.

ASHP heating is a popular alternative to traditional heating systems and with good reason – no fuel, no boiler and no fuss.

But because it’s relatively new on the scene, not everyone’s familiar with what it is, how it works and the benefits of this heating method. Read on to find out more about ASHP heating and whether it’s right for you.

What does ASHP stand for?

ASHP refers to air-source heat pumps. If you are looking for an energy-efficient and low-carbon way to heat your property, an ASHP could be for you.

How does it work?

The pump will be installed outside your property to make sure it can absorb enough air. Once air is absorbed, it is transferred to a fluid, compressed and then fed into a central heating system. The result is heat for your home without the need to boil water. Sound simple? It is.

And don’t worry, if it’s a bit parky outside or even heading towards arctic temperatures – the system can still take warmth from the air.

Benefits of ASHP heating

Renewable

Because heat pumps work by absorbing air, the heat they generate for your home is renewable. Of course, ASHPs do require some electricity to work. However, they create much more renewable energy than the electricity they use.

Low maintenance

Running differently from traditional heating systems, heat pumps are more straightforward with little maintenance needed. This is because they only use air, as opposed to combustible materials such as gas and oil. As such, you can expect repairs to be less frequent and any repairs to be more affordable.

Long-lasting

Air source heat pumps are designed to be long-lasting. While original models had a lifespan of 15 years, they can now last around 20-25 years thanks to technological developments.

Reduced running costs

Having ASHP heating could save you up to £1,350 per year on energy bills, (for an average 4-bedroom house). They are one of the most efficient ways to heat your home and as they don’t use fossil fuels, running costs are kept low.

Eligible for RHI payments

The Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) is a government environmental scheme that pays you for the amount of renewable heat your system produces. ASHP heating is one of the eligible forms of heating, so you could make money on top of the savings you’re already making.

Energy-saving heating with COA Services

If you’d like a heating system that’s more efficient than the average gas boiler, why not consider an air-source heat pump? Helping save money over time, they are a long-lasting, low-maintenance way to heat your home more efficiently.

COA Services provide professional air source heat pump (ASHP) installation and maintenance throughout Harrogate and Leeds. If you’d like to find out more about ASHP heating, contact our expert team on 01423 408 336 or email at [email protected] .