At last, a heat pump that works out of the box! Air-to-air heat pump rocks.
https://youtu.be/1rKNT7-42J0
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In this episode, Gareth explains why he didn’t go ahead with an air-to-water heat pump — even after getting a full professional assessment, and why an air-to-air heat pump turned out to be a better fit for his cottage, his budget, and how he actually lives.
After completing a new roof and a large solar installation, heating was the next logical step. Gareth brought in Heat Geek for an air-to-water design that would integrate with his existing radiators. The quote came back at around £27,000, or roughly £20,000 even after the government grant.
Rather than rushing the decision, Gareth stepped back and explored alternatives.
What followed was a very different approach: an air-to-air heat pump system from Daikin, installed by a reputable local firm, costing £5,300 — with no grant and no major disruption.
This video looks at what changed, what Gareth learned, and why this solution has worked so well in an older stone cottage.
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Gareth’s Kit
Daikin 5MXM-A9
https://www.daikin.co.uk/en_gb/products/product.html/5MXM-A9.html
@DaikinUK
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Key Takeaways
• Both air-to-water and air-to-air systems are heat pumps — the difference is how heat is delivered into the house
• For older properties, avoiding extensive pipework can make a huge difference to cost and disruption
• Air-to-air systems can be extremely responsive, heating rooms in minutes rather than hours
• Humidity control matters just as much as temperature, especially in solid wall buildings
• Pairing heat pumps with solar and smart tariffs can dramatically reduce running costs
• Keeping existing systems as backup can be a sensible way to de-risk the transition
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