Op een bijeenkomst in Utrecht wordt vandaag een gezamenlijke intentieverklaring door deze partijen ondertekend.
De kosten kunnen zo sterk omlaag omdat de installatie van warmtepompen steeds minder tijd in beslag neemt. Daarnaast loopt de levensduur van deze apparaten sterk op, en wordt het onderhoud slimmer en eenvoudiger.
De kosten kunnen wel flink verschillen, afhankelijk voor het soort woning. Maar waar het enkele jaren geleden voor een aantal huizen nog om bijvoorbeeld 12.500 euro ging, voor met name aanschaf, vervanging en onderhoud, kunnen die kosten nu dalen naar ongeveer 6.000 euro. Daarbij gaat het wel om huizen die al voldoende geïsoleerd zijn.
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“Er loopt al drie jaar lang een innovatieprogramma.Daarin hebben we zulke positieve resultaten laten zien, dat de deelnemende partijen nu zeggen dat het mogelijk is om flink op te schalen”, zegt Maarten Hommelberg tegen RTL Z. Hij is di
The average lifespan of a heat pump is now around 15 years. However, a number of manufacturers now guarantee a longer lifespan, some even 25 years, says Hommelberg. ”Furthermore, it was often said: we can’t do the work yet.But installing a heat pump is now getting faster. Rather of an average of 32 hours, the installation now takes about 16 hours.”
In addition, manufacturers can now remotely ‘read’ the heat pump. That is, check whether the installation is functioning properly. This means that a technician does not have to be sent out as often, and this also saves on total costs.
Task still very large
The declaration of intent does not state how many homes will now receive a heat pump more quickly. But the intention, says Hommelberg, is that “volumes will increase gradually”.
Because the task of making homes more sustainable is still very large. Not only for the sake of the climate, but also to become less dependent on foreign countries for our energy.
Recently it was re-emphasized that the Netherlands is almost 80 percent dependent on other countries for its energy, and is therefore vulnerable.
A third of all homes in the Netherlands are owned by housing corporations, about 2.4 m
Snow-Covered Heat Pumps risk Failure, Digging Advised
Homeowners with heat pumps are facing potential issues as heavy snowfall can lead to system failures, prompting experts to advise digging around outdoor units to prevent problems. The risk stems from heat pumps drawing air from the outside, and snow accumulation can restrict airflow, causing the unit to ice up and perhaps break down.
How Snow Impacts Heat Pump Performance
heat pumps operate by extracting heat from the outside air, even in cold temperatures. When snow blocks the unit’s fan,it restricts the intake of air. This reduced airflow causes the evaporator coil to ice over. If the ice isn’t removed, it can damage the compressor, a critical and expensive component of the heat pump.
Preventative Measures & Expert Advice
Experts recommend regularly clearing snow away from around the heat pump unit. The amount of snow needed to cause issues varies depending on the unit’s design and the snowfall rate, but even a partial blockage can lead to problems. Digging around the unit, creating a clear space of at least two feet in all directions, is the most effective preventative measure.
While some heat pumps have defrost cycles designed to melt ice, these cycles rely on sufficient airflow to function correctly. Blocked airflow renders the defrost cycle ineffective.
Long-Term Considerations
Consider the placement of heat pumps during installation to minimize snow accumulation. Elevated platforms or locations sheltered from drifting snow can reduce the risk of blockages. Homeowners should also be aware of potential issues during periods of heavy snowfall and proactively clear snow from around their units.
