2. Can an air source heat pump provide cooling?
Air Source Heat Pumps

Can an air source heat pump provide cooling?

Some air source heat pumps can provide cooling. The system will need to be correctly designed and configured to meet this requirement.

In cooling mode, the heat pump reverses the refrigerant cycle, removing the heat from inside the home and transferring it outdoors. Cooling is typically delivered through underfloor heating, fan coils units or other compatible emitters designed for cooling. 


Not all systems are suitable for cooling, so it is important that your installer ensures that the heat pump, controls and heat emitters are designed to work for both heating and cooling. Upon commissioning the installer may need to set certain parameters to ensure optimum performance.


Use our heat pump resource hub to learn what else you should consider when getting an air source heat pump installed.  

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Our air source heat pumps will deliver reliable, energy-efficient performance. Suitable for a wide range of properties.

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Generally speaking, your heat pump will not be able to be relocated after an installation. If you’re planning any renovations to your home, consider having these done as part of the installation process.

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You will need to have a compatible cylinder to work with your air source heat pump, unless you are looking at using a hybrid system.

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