Wat is een warmtepomp? Nederland

Een warmtepomp is een systeem dat zowel kan koelen als verwarmen. Daarmee onderscheidt het zich van een airconditioner die alleen koelt en een verwarming die alleen verwarmt.

When to Consider Using a Heat Pump

Replacing an air conditioner: If your existing air conditioner has failed and your furnace is old or you lack a heating system at home, it's wise to replace the AC with a heat pump.

Replace or add heating: For homeowners looking to replace an old heating system or install heating where there wasn't any before, a heat pump is a cost-effective option.

Remodel or new construction: It's the best choice as it takes up less space with fewer equipment pieces.

How a Heat Pump Works

Similar to air conditioners when cooling, air-source heat pump systems run refrigerant in one direction like a one-way street for cooling.

But when heating is needed, a reversing valve changes the refrigerant flow direction (akin to traffic on that one-way street reversing).

The system uses many of the same components for both cooling and heating the refrigerant, though it can only offer cooling or heating independently at a given time.

Benefits of a Heat Pump

Minder onderhoud: With fewer equipment pieces in the HVAC system, homeowners have less to maintain.

Hogere efficiëntie: It's among the most efficient products on the market, helping save energy and cut monthly utility bills.

Kostenefficient: Buying one heat pump is cheaper in the long run than purchasing an air conditioner and a furnace separately.

Verwarmingsoptie: In areas like EU where not all homes have heating due to mild climate, upgrading from an AC to a heat pump improves home comfort affordably.

Electricity-based: Powered by electricity, it's appealing for those with low electricity rates or those generating solar power on-site.