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As one of Ireland's most established and respected heating and cooling systems providers, RTS Heating & Cooling Services Ltd. often gets questions about heat pumps. In recent years heat pumps have become one of the most popular home heating options for households. It's little wonder to see why. Heat pumps are an efficient and environmentally responsible home heating solution.

Are you thinking about installing an air source heat pump? Or maybe you’re not sure and want to know more about how an air source pump works.

In this guide, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about air source heat pumps and their advantages and disadvantages.

From small retrofitting products to large-scale air ventilation units, Daikin is a leading brand of ventilation, heating, and cooling solutions suitable for use in the home and office. Here at RTS Heating & Cooling, we are proud agents for Daikin, offering our customers the best products possible in high-quality heating and cooling solutions. Whether you own a small home and require a more energy-efficient heating system, or operate a large-scale office and require a commercial ventilation system, we have a range of products to suit you. Here are some of the best Daikin products out there, and how they can work for you.

With the rise of the pandemic and talk of the “new normal” so prevalent in today’s society, one product on everyone’s wish list is a high-quality air purifier that removes dirt, bacteria, and viruses from the air. As well as being a great way of allowing fresher, cleaner air into a property, air purifiers have been hailed for helping stop the spread of viruses, leading to healthier and more hygienic spaces. 

Housing is one of the biggest energy efficiency challenges in Ireland, and as conversations about energy efficiency and eco-friendliness grow more popular, homeowners are turning to a retrofit as a way to improve their home's energy rating. But what does a retrofit involve? And how much does it cost?

Choosing the right heating system for your home can be a daunting task. There are many different types of heating systems on the market, and each has its own set of pros and cons. You need to think about many factors when making your decision, including cost, efficiency, and climate.

Building energy rating certificates are issued by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) to indicate the performance of your building’s energy. These certificates rate your building on a scale of A-G (with A being the most energy efficient and G being the least.

The Daikin Altherma is an air-to-water heat pump system, simply put, this means it absorbs heat energy from the ambient air and uses it to satisfy your home heating requirements. Heat pumps are becoming increasingly popular as a home heating solution as they answer many concerns relating to conventional heating systems, that is to say, they are more energy efficient and cost effective.

Air conditioning is the easiest and most efficient way to control the temperature in your home, providing you with comfort which is particularly beneficial in Ireland’s ever-changing climate. Daikin produce some of the most efficient, innovative air conditioning units on the market and we at RTS Heating & Cooling Services Ltd are proud to have installed units in homes throughout Ireland.

Homeowners and business owners are increasingly turning to heating systems which do not rely on electricity or combustion and for good reason, as renewable heat pumps come with a myriad of advantages over traditional heating systems.