Technology Report
Thank you for completing our short questionnaire. The following report has been tailored specifically for you based on the answers that you have just given.
Air Source Heat Pump
Air source heat pumps extract heat from the air around us to heat domestic and commercial properties. They typically have an annual efficiency of between 300 and 350%. This can give a significant saving on energy costs as well as reducing Co2 emissions by around 50%. Grants are available up to £900. The government has also outlined a new Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) for next year which will make a further annual payment to the system owner.
Ground Source Heat Pump
Ground source heat pumps extract heat from the ground around our properties. This type of installation requires a ground loop and can have higher efficiencies (around 450%) than an air source heat pump. This can lead to even more significant reductions in energy costs and Co2 emissions. Grants are available up to £1500. The government has also outlined a new Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) for next year which will make a further annual payment to the system owner.
High Cost Fossil Fuels
You indicated that you heat your home with either oil, LPG or direct electric. These methods are commonly regarded as having the highest running costs and possibly the highest Co2 emissions. If you choose to switch to a heat pump you will see the fastest payback with savings that could be in excess of 50% per year on your heating bills.
Mains Gas Heating
The majority of people in the UK use mains gas for heating their properties. This fuel has been traditionally cheap. Heat pumps now offer a viable alternative to mains gas that will remove the dependency on a fossil fuel that often travel from countries such as Russia. Due to limited supply, over recent years the price of gas has increased dramatically. Heat pumps can offer a saving to the home owner of more than 25% per year on their heating bills.
Property Insulation
Some of the answers you gave above indicated that your property isn't insulated to maximum levels. Improving insulation will also increase the viability of installing a heat pump. Heat pumps can be installed in most properties but poor insulation means the system is less effective or the existing heating system will require significant modification. We usually require the property to have a minimum of double glazing and good loft insulation (a lack of loft insulation is usually very easy to rectify). Walls with a cavity will benefit from have insulation fitted. Solid walls are not as simple to rectify but still have a number of options available such as dry lining internally. Talk to a insulation specialist for more information.
Solar water heating
This product will generate a significant proportion of your annual hot water requirements, usually somewhere between 50% and 70%. Systems can be fitted to roofs or south facing walls. This could save you around 20% per year off your whole heating bill. £400 grants are currently available for domestic properties. The government has also outlined a new Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) for next year which will make a further annual payment to the system owner.
Solar PhotoVoltaic (Electricity) Panels
This type of solar panel generates electricity which can help to reduce your electricity bills and Co2 emissions. The system can be configured so that the electricity generated can be used automatically within your home or business premises. Installation grants are no longer available as they have been replaced with the Feed In Tariff (FIT)
Wind Turbine
You indicated that you have land that is free of obstructions. Areas with clean turbulence free air are ideal for our wind turbines. Payback can be extremely quick in these conditions. The system can be configured so that the electricity generated can be used automatically within your home or business premises. Installation grants are no longer available as they have been replaced with the Feed In Tariff (FIT)
Grid Connected System
You indicated that you have a mains electricity connection. This enables us to connect your solar PV or wind turbine to the national grid. Surplus electricity would be exported to the national grid and you would be paid for this electricity. The Governments Feed In Tariff (FIT) will pay up to 41.3p/kWh for all electricity generated even if used within the property.
Off Grid Systems
You indicated in the form that you do not have a mains electrical connection, this means that you would require an 'off grid' system. We can provide a system that utilises the electricity created by a solar or wind system to charge batteries to give you electricity all year round.
Rainwater Harvesting
Your property is currently undergoing a major refurbishment which is the best time to install a rainwater harvesting system. Rainwater harvesting systems take the rain that falls on your roof, filter it and store it in tanks. This water can then be used for a variety of tasks such as toilet flushing, washing machine, garden irrigation, vehicle washing and even drinking water.
What's next?
Now you have a basic understanding of which technology/s are most suitable for your home you should contact us for further information. This can be done by our enquiry form, telephone or email, the details are above.
Our survey has been designed to consider the installation of renewable energy solutions in the most typical situations. If however you have a more complex case, or you simply want to talk to an expert about your particular requirements then please contact us.
