Professional Maintenance of Air Source Heat Pumps

What is an Air Source Heat Pump?

Air Source Heat Pumps absorb heat from the outside air and then transfer it directly to an indoor space via the central heating systems. They're an efficient source of hot water for homes or offices without a gas supply and can also serve as a cost-efficient alternative to immersion heaters or electric boilers.

Installers need to be FGAS qualified to handle the air source units and MCS accredited to provide warranty backed certification for signed off schemes. When properly installed, an air-source heat pump can provide three times the amount of heat compared to the electrical energy the property consumes. Unlike combustion heating systems, heat pumps move heat to another medium instead of converting it from a fuel. This results in lower energy bills and greater heat.

An air source heat pump pulls warm air and compresses particles to boost their temperature. The heat from the compressed air is transferred to water via a condenser coil, supplying the entire property with hot water. Similarly, ground source heat pumps utilise heat from under the ground or a water source. Heat is increased with the help of heat transfer fluid through the compressor resulting in hot water.
Annual preventative maintenance keeps your air source heat pump running at peak efficiency all year long. It minimises the risk of unexpected breakdowns and results in greater cost-savings.

Why install an Air Source Heat Pump?

Air Source Heat Pumps, or ASHP systems, have many advantages. Heat pumps help provide a low carbon footprint as they are an energy efficient technology. They can also be used in junction with Solar PV instead of electricity, saving you both money and energy.

Not many other renewable technologies do both heating and hot water, air source heat pumps are an all-in-one solution meaning no need to invest in two separate systems, saving time and money. Unlike ground source heat pumps which can be intrusive for both installation and repair as it requires digging up the ground outside the property, air source heat pumps are a simple outdoor unit which is as quick and easy to install as well as maintain.

When to schedule maintenance?

Lack of maintenance can reduce the efficiency and life span of your air source heat pump by at least 5 years.

Heat pumps should be professionally checked before winter and before the peak of summer should you plan to use it for cooling. A sudden rise in your energy bills may also indicate that your heat pump isn’t functioning as well as it should and may require servicing.

There are a few steps you can take to keep your heat pump in good working order:

• Use a damp cloth to remove leaves, dust, and debris from the filters, air inlet grill and evaporator 

• Wipe supply and return grilles or louvers with a damp cloth and ensure they’re not blocked

• Carefully hose down the outdoor unit to remove dirt. Use a brush to clear away cobwebs and dirt that could block the coil or drain.

• Consult your user’s manual for system-specific maintenance requirements

Any more technical tasks and repairs should only be done by certified installers. Most people think that deep cleaning and preventive maintenance are synonymous, but they’re entirely different processes. While cleaning can be done in-house, a more detailed check by qualified engineers will keep system failures at bay. 

Over time, dirt and debris can collect in and around the unit and cause your heat pumps to fall into disrepair which can reduce air quality. Leaks and broken filters also allow contaminants to pass through and trigger air-borne diseases.

Neglecting routine maintenance can turn into expensive repairs and replacement. Avoid that scenario by having your air source heat pump serviced by professionals.

Is an Air Source Heat Pump Right for You?

If you are tired of paying outrageous energy bills, and also want to do your part in ensuring future generations have a world worth living in, you should consider the installation of an air source heat pump or heat pumps for your home or business.

Of course, as this is a relatively new technology, you may have questions, and that's understandable. We suggest that you give us a call and speak to one of our highly trained, air source heat pump specialists. They can answer any questions and address any concerns you might have.

Whereas 20 years ago there was still unquestioned adherence to the “pump it and burn it” approach, today, innovative thinkers are providing a better, sustainable way to obtain the energy we need and Ecolution is at the forefront of that movement.

Why Ecolution Should Be Your Go-To Air Source Heat Pump Provider

The design, installation and maintenance of renewable energy technology is a fairly new field. As a result, there are precious few companies out there that are genuinely qualified to provide a full range of services related to this new technology. Ecolution is the exception.

We have been at the forefront of renewable energy promotion and adoption since long before it became fashionable. For more than 20 years we have led the charge to make renewable energy a reality for both residential and commercial customers in the UK.

No one is better qualified to handle your air source heat pump maintenance than the team at Ecolution. Where others would be playing things by ear hoping they get it right, we bring every day of our more than 2 decades of experience with us to your home or business. Our technicians are never flustered by what they encountered because we eat, sleep and breathe this technology 24/7/365.