Any type of wet heating system is suitable, including radiators, underfloor heating and ducted air. Heat pumps can heat to any temperature, but they are most efficient when the flow temperature is low. Typically, a maximum flow temperature of 55 C is recommended. Higher temperatures are easier to achieve for larger systems, so many commercial projects and district heating schemes use flow temperatures of up to 80 C.
With this in mind, any building can be suitable for a heat pump installation. Well-insulated buildings tend to achieve a higher efficiency, using a flow temperature of 35-55 C. Old, draughty buildings are more likely to require a high flow temperature, which will reduce the system efficiency. However, this is not always the case: some older properties have over-sized radiators that can provide plenty of heat at a lower temperature.
Are you considering a water-source or ground-source heat pump project ?
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The first step towards a water-source or ground-source heat pump project is tell us about your project. The best way of doing this is via our tailored online Enquiry Form.
Once complete, one of our engineers will evaluate the site potential before contacting you to discuss the next stage of your project.
Learn more about Heat Pump projects at our Heat Pump Learning Centre.