Best Heat Pumps For Underfloor Heating

There has been a lot of hype surrounding heat pumps within the heating industry as of late, in this post we are going to be exploring some of their benefits and why they could be the perfect solution for your underfloor heating.

What Is An Air Source Heat Pump?

An air source heat pump (also known as an air to water pump) is a variety of renewable energy technology that takes heat from the air outside of a property (regardless of the temperature) and uses it to heat water and provide the central heating within the property.

How Does An Air Source Heat Pump Work?

Heat pumps work by absorbing and converting heat from the air into a fluid, this fluid is then passed through a heat exchanger before being deposited in the heat pump where its temperature is raised and the resulting thermal energy is transferred to the property’s water.

Benefits Of A Heat Pump Include -

• Very efficient, especially compared to older, antiquated boiler models

• No risk of carbon monoxide poisoning

• Long life span

• Potential for a considerable amount of savings in the long run

Best Heat Pumps For Underfloor Heating

As well as general central heating involving radiators around the home, and a direct flow of hot water from outlets such as taps/showers, heat pumps can be advantageous when paired with underfloor heating systems, keeping you nice and warm.

Air source heat pumps perform best when heating water at lower temperatures, the type of temperatures that under floor heating systems tend to operate at, while still emitting the same heat as a traditional radiator, making them perfect for an underfloor heating system.

Hitachi Yutaki M RASM-4VNE

In terms of efficiency this hitachi model is the king of air source heat pumps with a reported 500% energy efficiency percentage. Despite its relatively low 11kW output when compared to some other models, this is still an ample output for most homes, and is hugely outweighed by the A+++ efficiency rating which could save you as much as 60% on your heating bills.

• Manufacturer guarantee options – 3-7 years

• Price range – £4,000-£7,000

• Efficiency – A+++

• Max power – 11kW

• Min temperature  -20℃

Vaillant flexoTHERM 400V + aroCOLLECT

This heat pump from industry innovators Vaillant is actually capable of drawing heat from three sources, air, water and ground, making it extremely versatile, and when paired with the compatible aroCOLLECT provides one of the most powerful heat pumps on the market. Surprisingly quiet and available in several outputs, the strongest of which the 400V in -19kW, is sure to banish the cold from your floors.

• Manufacturer guarantee options- 3, 5 and 7 years

• Price range – £7,000-£10,000

• Efficiency – A+++

• Max power – 19kW

• Min temperature  -10℃

Samsung EHS Monobloc

This Samsung air source heat pump is very efficient with an A++ classification and a more than adequate output of 16kW, also it weighs up to 40% lighter than many of its contemporaries, making the Monobloc a fantastic all round heat pump to supply your underfloor heating no matter the size of property.

• Manufacturer guarantee options: 3-5 years

• Price range:  £3,000-£7,000

• Efficiency: A++

• Max power: 16kW

• Min temperature:  -25℃

Viessmann Vitocal 100-A

Heating giants Viessmann have turned their expertise to heat pumps as well as their celebrated boilers, and this ASHP is no exception in terms of their applied quality. With an advanced acoustic design ensuring a quiet operation and a corrosion resistant gold plated heat exchanger, the Vitocal is sure to boost your home’s heating without distraction.

• Manufacturer guarantee options: 3-5 years

• Price range:  £3,000-£7,000

• Efficiency: A+++

• Max power: 16kW

• Min temperature:  -5℃

Nibe F2040

The Nibe F2040 is a compact but powerful unit that’s perfect for smaller homes, the sleek design not only enhances its ease of installation and functionality, but also aids in its performance in lower temperatures, operating as low as -20℃.

• Manufacturer guarantee options- 5 years

• Price range – £6,000 – £9,000

• Efficiency – A++

• Max power – 16 kW

• Min temperature – 20℃

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