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Do Heat Pumps Work with Radiators?
For the most part, heat pumps work with radiators in Scotland homes. In others, you might need a few tweaks or a radiator upgrade here and there to get the best results. Heat pumps run at lower temperatures than gas boilers, so you must have the proper radiator sizes to warm the room effectively.
What Size Heat Pump Do I Need?
Learning what size heat pump you need is key to comfort and savings. Choosing the right size means better performance, lower bills and a longer lifespan. The heat pump size you need depends on how much heat your home loses, rather than how much space it has. Heat pumps use kilowatts (kW) for measurement, which tells you how much heating power the system can provide.
Is a Heat Pump Cheaper Than Gas?
Many wonder whether running a heat pump is cheaper than a gas boiler in Scotland. As energy costs continue to rise, homeowners want more cost-effective and efficient ways to heat their homes, and MPC Energy is here with solutions.
Guide to EPC Ratings
Understanding your property's Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating can save you money, enhance your home's comfort, and increase its overall value. At MPC Energy, we’re here to help homeowners understand EPC ratings and how to improve them effectively while making the most of available funding and energy-saving solutions.
How to Improve an EPC Rating
Beyond simply meeting regulatory requirements, improving your EPC can save you money, reduce your carbon footprint and make your home more attractive to buyers or tenants.
What Does EPC Rating Mean?
If you've heard the term but aren't sure what it entails or why it matters, you're in the right place. This blog breaks down everything you need to know about EPC ratings, why they're essential and how they impact homeowners in Scotland.
Guide to Smart Meters
This smart meter guide will walk you through the benefits of this innovative technology and how it functions. Whether you’re curious about how it works or eager to optimise your energy consumption, you’re in the right place. Discover what smart meters mean for you and how they’re shaping the future of energy management.
How to Read a Smart Meter
The process of taking a reading will depend on what type of smart meter you have, as well as how you pay (either single-rate or dual-rate). If you’re unsure how you pay, refer to your bill to see if it has two separate rates.
Do I Have a Smart Meter?
Smart meters will feature a digital display and may be located under the stairs, in a cupboard under the sink, or in an outdoor meter box. If you have a garage, it may be hidden away there. If you're unsure whether your home has one installed, this article aims to simplify the process and provide helpful steps to check.
Guide to Buying Solar Panels
Switching to solar energy is a step towards greener living, cost efficiency, and energy independence. However, it may seem daunting to understand what kind of solar panels to buy, how much to invest and how to ensure peak performance. This guide will break it down for you, so you can make an informed choice for your home and the planet.