How Your Home Can Benefit From A Hydronic Heat Pump

January 8, 2022
How Your Home Can Benefit From A Hydronic Heat Pump

When it comes to heating a home and other indoor spaces, there are a lot of systems to choose from. One particular type of system that can be commonly found in homes is a heat pump. Traditional heat pumps generally work by extracting heat from the air to provide warmth to an enclosed space.


For many homeowners,  hydronic heat pumps have become their preferred choice for home heating systems due to the number of benefits that they offer. In this article, we’ll go through the various advantages of hydronic heat pumps and how you and your family can benefit from using them.


Energy Efficiency


In terms of analysing the energy efficiency of heating systems, most homeowners tend to focus on a unit’s coefficient of performance (COP). This term refers to the ratio of the energy required for heat pumps, air conditioning units, or other types of heaters to perform their function. Generally, having a higher COP means an appliance needs less energy to operate. This directly translates to lower operating costs.


On average most heat pumps have energy efficiency ratings of up to 350%. These models have COPs of around 3.5, while some modern units tend to have higher ratings.  WISELIVING's R32 Hydronic Heat Pump, for instance, has a heating COP of approximately 4.7.


Eco-Friendly Option


Hydronic heat pumps are generally more environmentally-friendly than other traditional heating systems. Since these units require electricity to operate, they can be run or supplemented by renewal forms of electricity such as solar, wing or hydro, which means they can help in minimising your home’s carbon emissions and reducing your overall impact on the environment.

WISELIVING's R32 Hydronic Heat Pump, which uses the eco-friendly R32 refrigerant.


Compared to other refrigerants such as R410A, R32 is less harmful to the environment and has a significantly lower Global Warming Potential. In addition, its Ozone Depletion Potential rating is zero, which means it doesn’t contribute to the destruction of the ozone layer.


Versatile Operation


A hydronic heat pump is another versatile system that you can have in your home. Not only is this Hydronic Heat Pump perfect for heating your entire home it can also provide all your domestic hot water needs when installed with a WISELIVING CentraCoil Tank. Made in Australia to the highest standards you can ensure your family always has reliable, stable and continuous hot water while saving you money


Better Indoor Air Quality


Hydronic heating systems minimize the spread of allergens and dust mites since it doesn’t force air out through ducts. The  improved air quality it provides is ideal for those who have asthma and other respiratory conditions.


Operates Quietly


Most heat pumps can operate at a noise level of around 68 decibels, which is as loud as a standard hairdryer. Although this sound level is quieter than other heating systems, it can still be an intrusion for some home owners. 


Thanks to the unique and meticulous attention taken to soundproofing, the sound levels of the WISELIVING R32 Hydronic Heat Pump can be kept to as low as 39dB at 1 meter distance (Min. Flow) - closer to the sound of a whisper. And, 48dB at Rated Flow, similar to a refrigerator, unlike equivalent heat pumps that operate 68dB under similar conditions.


Safer Option


Aside from R32’s environmentally-friendly characteristics, this substance is also known for its general safety. As mentioned earlier, refrigerants and other gasses are heavily regulated. Compared to other known refrigerants, R32 has lower toxicity and flammability ratings, making it safer to use in home heat pump systems. 


WISELIVING’s R32 Hydronic Heat Pump is also classed as the safest refrigerant out of all Class A substances making it the most eco-friendly and safe of all the commonly used refrigerants. By using a hydronic heat pump with this refrigerant, you’ll be able to significantly reduce the environmental impact of your home.


It can help you achieve a sustainable lifestyle by limiting your home’s greenhouse gas emissions. 


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