FAQs Archive - Page 3 of 4 - Pipelife Eco Commercial

Q: Can I substitute my existing oil or gas boiler with a heat pump?

Yes, it would be a good idea to get technical advice on what heat pump best suits your house before you carry out any work.

Q: How does underfloor heating work?

Underfloor heating consists of a lot of water pipes under your floor. Your heating source (boiler or heat pump) will heat the water in these pipes which in turn will heat your floor to a nice, uniformed and comfortable temperature. The warm floor will heat your room.

Q: What is a heat pump & why should I use one?

An Air to Water Heat Pump collects the heat from the outside air and through a refrigeration cycle, generates heat for your homes. There is liquid in the heat pump which will boil at -40 degrees Celsius. This liquid changes into a gas when boiled. This gas is compressed, and as the result, the temperature of the gas increases which is then used to heat your home and hot water for your showers. Heat Pumps have gained in popularity since the changes to building regulations in 2011. There are many reasons for this. Heat pumps meet all current and future NZEB (Near Zero Energy Building 2020) regulations, and they are also the most economical way of heating your house, as well as reducing CO2 emissions. By fitting a heat pump you are future proofing your home as fossil fuel options such as oil & gas boilers will be soon banned by the government.