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The Energy Efficiency Awards 2022
AOS are thrilled to announce that we have been commended for The Renewable Heat Installer & Contractor of the Year for the East of England at the recent Energy Efficiency Awards 2022. As photographed to the left our director Tony Owen collected this prestigious award on Thursday 23rd June 2022.
Why Choose an Air Source Heat Pump?
If you are looking for a better way to heat your home, you might want to consider having an air source heat pump installed. This is an increasingly common form of heating in the UK and beyond, and with good reason as you are about to see. But first, what exactly is an air…
Are Air Source Heat Pumps Noisy?
Devices which transfer available heat from the air surrounding a property are called heat pumps. An efficient pump will increase the temperature of this air to make it a useful source of energy for a home or property. All heating products make some sort of noise, but heat pumps are usually quieter than fossil fuel boilers. Most Modern Heat Pumps Are Not Noisy Heat pumps are issued in a wide range of sizes and shapes, which can ultimately have an impact on how noisy they are. Luckily, there are numerous government guidelines in place, which now mean that…
How Efficient Are Heat Pumps?
There are a few different options to choose from when it comes to heating your home. You can go for a gas boiler, an electric heater, or a heat pump. Heat Pump Benefits Of these three choices, the heat pump is the most efficient. It's up to four times…
What is the life expectancy of an air source heat pump?
Firstly Air Source Heat Pumps are incredibly resilient and most manufactures offer up to 7 year warranty which is a huge plus. On average Air Source Heat Pumps last for between 10 - 15 years however many systems have far exceeded this time frame over the years. Due to this long lifespan by the time you will require a replacement heat…
What is the difference between a boiler and a heat pump?
Boilers have long been established as the conventional way in which the vast majority of homes are heated, and there is a very well-established industry providing boiler repair, in addition to vast numbers of heating engineers who are experienced in boiler service requirements, among other things. In recent times, though, heat pumps have arrived on the scene as an alternative to gas and oil boilers, and they have been…
Is a Heat Pump right for heating my house?
There is a lot of talk about heat pumps right now. Many people believe they are the best method to meet our climate change targets and get to net-zero by 2050. The government intends to install 600,000 of them into UK homes every year. Heat pumps are undoubtedly efficient and will contribute to reducing carbon emissions. How do heat pumps work? An air-source heat pump resembles an air conditioning unit installed outside the residence; however, it works similarly to a refrigerator in reverse and…
Winners of the Ecodan Innovation in Sustainability Award 2021
AOS Heating are extremely proud to announce that we have been awarded with the Ecodan Innovation in Sustainability Award 2021 by Mitsubishi Electric for all of…
Everything You Need To Know About The Government's Upcoming £5,000 Heat Pump Grant
Following the closure of the Green Homes Grant earlier in 2021, the latest Government scheme to help build carbon-neutral homes has been revealed. But what exactly is the £5,000 Air Heat Pump Grant? Our simple guide will answer all the key questions, including: • What is the Heat Pump Grant? • Who is eligible for the Heat Pump Grant? • When does the Heat Pump Grant come into effect? • What happens when the heat pump costs more than the limit? • How do I apply for the Heat Pump Grant? What is the Heat Pump Grant? In essence, the Heat Pump Grant is a…
Why air source heat pumps are increasing in popularity?
As people aim to be more eco-friendly, renewable energy sources for the home are becoming more popular. One of these green energy options is an air source heat pump. These pumps take heat from the air outside and use it to heat your home and hot water. They can help you to make your energy use more efficient, and you can save money while being kind to the environment. Air source heat pumps are increasing in popularity. In some countries, such as France, Italy, and Sweden, air source heat pumps are already very popular. And now they are…
How to save money of your energy bills
One of the biggest questions we have during adult life is how to save money on our gas, electric, and water bills at home. Being more eco-friendly is an important feat for us these days,…
At home with a heat pump: 'It makes hot water when it's freezing outside'
On Tuesday 17th August 2021 AOS were featured in an article which appeared online in the Guardian newspaper. John and Carol Deed, Thriplow, Cambs "We had an air source heat pump fitted in January 2020 and it has proven to be a really good decision," says John Deed, a former marketing executive in the car industry. Deed and his wife Carol…
