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It’s time to address some of the common myths and misconceptions that surround heat pumps! Despite being an incredibly efficient and eco-friendly option for heating homes and businesses, there’s still a lot of confusion about how heat pumps work and whether they’re suitable for UK properties. At IMS Heat Pumps, we’ve been installing air and…

At IMS Heat Pumps, we understand that making the switch to a heat pump can feel like a big step. Many homeowners are unsure about what living with one will be like and how it compares to their current heating system. Drawing on our 27 years of experience in heat pump installations, here’s what you…

As air source heat pump installers, we will set the weather compensation curve for you. It ensures optimal performance from the start. However, if you wish to make adjustments yourself, this guide will help you understand: What is a weather compensation curve? A weather compensation curve (also known as heat curve) is a setting for…

A guide to the Home Energy Scotland Grant and Loan...

Air Source Heat Pump Grants in the UK are available in the form of the Green Homes Grant along with a variety of other financial assistance.

Choosing the right electricity tariff can make a real difference to the running costs of your heat pump. With more energy suppliers offering tariffs designed for low-carbon heating, it's worth taking the time to understand your options and review whether your current tariff is still the best fit for your home. In this guide, we'll…

The phrase 'heat pump' is actually a category, not a specific product. It covers several different sub-categories and types of heat pump. The most well-known types are air source heat pumps and ground source heat pumps. When these options aren't suitable, people often turn to hybrid heat pumps. Hybrid heat pump system: A definition A…

The costs of installing a ground source heat pump.

What size heat pump do you need: 4kW, 5kW, 6kW, 8kW, 10kW, or 12kW? This guide shows how to calculate the size of an air source or ground source heat pump.

Are you contemplating the shift to a more sustainable and energy-efficient heating system for your home? If the answer is yes, then exploring the world of heat pumps could be your ticket to a greener and more cost-effective future. With so much information out there, we understand it can be a bit overwhelming. That's why…