Heat Pumps for the Budget Conscious

Kiwis are notoriously stoic when it comes to the cold, and it’s only in the last decade or so that alternatives to combustion heating have become more widespread. Most of us have been told by our parents to just put on another layer of clothing instead of switching on the heater, and there is a common belief that having a fireplace means your heating costs will be lower than if you had a heat pump. While there is certainly a gorgeous nostalgia for many of us with the crackle of an open fire, at BOP Heat Pumps, we can assure you that running your Heat Pump properly will not be more expensive than running your fire.

Heat Pumps for The Pocket and The Environment

BOP Heat Pumps concede that fireplaces are certainly a romantic addition to the home and not nearly as messy as they used to be. However, they also produce a lot of pollution, frequently go out, are less safe than a heat pump, and certainly can’t be used with a timer to ensure you wake up to a toasty warm house in the morning. Fire places are also not the best fit for a tiny home. In addition, fireplaces can actually be more costly when you factor in maintenance, uneven temperature control, wood delivery, and the inevitable blocked chimney that will need to be addressed – Mitsubishi heat pumps are more cost-efficient.

Electric Heaters Versus the Heat Pump

Along with reduced heating costs, Heat Pumps provide advanced air filtration, are incredibly low maintenance, and can be flipped across to cool air when the weather heats up. Reduced costs are also addressed with the even heat provided by your BOP Heat Pump. Electric heaters can provide a good localised warmth, but they are substantially more expensive to run than a good Mitsubishi heat pump, and they take longer to kick in, using more power. The amount of heat produced for the amount of electricity used sees the Heat Pump as the better option by far.

Gas Can Be Dangerous and Expensive

Gas heaters are a little cheaper than electric heaters to run, but heat pumps still come in cheaper. There are a lot of risks associated with free-standing gas heating; they often emit an odour, and they require you to always have a backup cylinder or keep a close eye on your consumption. For safety, a lower carbon footprint, and a reduced power bill, BOP Heat Pumps are the team to call.

Get in touch today to find out the surprisingly low cost of heating your home with a Mitsubishi Heat Pump.

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