AOS Blog
AOS Heating Winners of the British Renewable Energy Installer of the Year Award.
AOS Heating are extremely proud to announce that we are Winners of the British Renewable Energy Installer of the Year Award. We were presented with the award by (photographed from left to right) Calum Coleman, REA, Rebecca Robins,…
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…
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…
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…
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 more efficient than gas boilers and electric heaters! So, if you're looking for a way to heat your home that won't cost you a fortune, a heat pump is the best option. Heat pumps work by extracting warmth from the environment and transferring it into your home. They can remove warmth from the air, water, or ground. This makes them incredibly versatile - they can be used…
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 pump your system will have more than paid for itself and you will be in profit. 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 rapidly growing in popularity. So what are the real differences between boilers and heat pumps? Heat pumps The key benefit of heat pumps is that they are a source of renewable energy…
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 functions as a boiler, in that…
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 our activities to improve our waste and carbon emissions throughout the company. Mitsubishi Electric announced an association with George Clarke as their Ecodan ambassador back in 2018. Best known for the Channel 4 programme's George Clarke's Amazing Spaces, The Home Show and Restoration Man, George is a passionate advocate of design excellence and high levels of quality in the construction industry. AOS managing director Tony & general manager Charlotte were lucky enough to…
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: •…
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…
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, but also saving money on our bills is an important thing to consider. Today…
