Investments in heat pumps are attracting more and more interest, as evidenced by numerous inquiries from Internet users regarding costs and profitability. Moreover, the effectiveness of heating systems based on heat pumps is proven by the increasing number of installations using them every year. These activities are undoubtedly supported by the policy of the European Union, whose member states place great emphasis on the installation of heat pumps in cooperation with photovoltaics and energy storage systems. Let's check if a heat pump is really profitable and how much does the device cost, including the installation service?
How does an air heat pump work?
The principle of operation of an air heat pump it resembles what we all know perfectly well from everyday life. It's about the fridge. The only difference is the reversal of the entire process. In short, the refrigerator receives heat from the specialties placed there and then dissipates it outside.
An air heat pump takes energy from the outside (in this case, from the air surrounding the building) and pumps it inside. At the same time, the functionality of reversing the heating circuit allows the building to be cooled in the summer months.
Check out NIBE air heat pumps at the Onninen wholesaler
For better understanding principles of operation of an air heat pump it is worth mentioning the basic structural elements:
Lower source (source of thermal energy consumption);
Evaporator;
Compressor and expansion valve;
Condenser;
Upper source (heat receivers).
Principle of operation of a heat pump
The principle of operation of a heat pump is based on four basic phenomena.
Evaporation
The cycle begins in the evaporator, whose task is to collect thermal energy from the environment (outside air) and transfer it to the heating medium circulating in the refrigeration system. This is where the heating medium evaporates.
Compressing
By compressing the working medium, its pressure and temperature increase. This explains why the pump performs its functions even at low ambient temperatures. For this purpose, a compressor is used, which is part of the heat pump equipment.
Liquefaction
The working medium transfers heat to the receivers (upper source), which may be radiators and a utility water tank (DHW).
Expansion
The last stage of the thermodynamic cycle is the expansion process using an expansion valve. The working medium then returns to the evaporator so that the pump operation cycle can be repeated. Modern heat pumps do not require user service, and the entire heating process takes place automatically.
How is the life of a heat pump estimated?
It is worth mentioning that the above description is very simplified. Our goal was to indicate the principle of operation of heat pumps, which are considered durable and failure-free devices . The service life of the pump is influenced by a number of factors, such as: selecting the appropriate heat pump power, its correct installation and professional and regular service. Our colleagues and partners will guide you comprehensively through the entire process, from selection to service.
Check out NIBE air heat pumps at the Onninen wholesaler
How much does an air heat pump cost?
It is understandable that the cost of a heat pump is related to its technical parameters and the type of the device itself. The following factors influence the price of a heat pump:
Type of heat pump;
Automation;
Heating power demand;
Plumbing installation;
Heat pump functions.
A perfect example of a modern device is NIBE SPLIT AMS air heat pump . The price of the pump is approximately PLN 7,500 net. We would like to remind you that prices for logged in users are subject to change and are calculated with an individual discount. We encourage you to familiarize yourself with the offer of NIBE air heat pumps and the accessories necessary for their installation.
Each construction facility requires the purchase and installation of a heating system. The cost of purchasing a medium-quality boiler is estimated at approximately PLN 8,000 - PLN 9,000 plus accessories, radiators and piping. Let us add that installations based on traditional heat energy sources are not covered by co-financing programs, and thermal modernization relief cannot be applied.
The building does not gain in value, and the investor is doomed to incur high heating costs every year, which at current prices constitute a serious burden on the household budget. The air heat pump draws energy from nature. It is free and inexhaustible.
Estimated price including installation of an air heat pump
The price of the heat pump should include the cost of installation, which is to install the device together with the necessary equipment needed for it operation of the air heat pump. The price for the service is determined based on the installer's quote. Prices of a heat pump with installation service may depend on, among others: on: the location of the facility, the surface of the building, the method of insulating the rooms, the number of heating circuits, the need to use a buffer tank, etc. In this way, it can be estimated that the cost of installing a heat pump will range from several to several dozen thousand zlotys.
Is investing in an air heat pump worth it?
We have already mentioned the systematically rising prices of thermal energy carriers, but it is worth adding that there is no indication that this situation will improve in the next few years. Collecting heat from the atmosphere does not cost anything, which, taking into account the many years of operation of the air heat pump, can result in huge savings. An additional advantage of heat pumps is their low energy consumption. This means that the system can work with a photovoltaic installation. The building becomes self-sufficient and its owner becomes independent of external suppliers and the conditions dictated by them. Is a heat pump profitable? With an air source heat pump from NIBE, you can keep your home warm in winter and have hot water all year round. By using energy from the outdoor air, you can reduce your energy bills while ensuring the perfect level of comfort in your home, in an environmentally friendly way