Ground source heat pumps are incredibly efficient, capable of producing 3-4 units of heat for every 1 unit of electricity consumed. This allows them to achieve efficiency ratings over 400%. Their renewable heat source and lack of combustion make them far more efficient than traditional gas/oil boilers.

The amount of land needed depends on the specific ground loop design. As a general guideline, a typical 4-bedroom home requires about 600-1000 sq metres of trenching area for a horizontal ground loop. Vertical boreholes require far less surface area but are more expensive to install.

Yes, ground source heat pumps can easily reverse their operation in summer to provide highly efficient air conditioning and cooling throughout the property. The same system handles both heating and cooling needs.

Ground loop installations do involve excavation work which can be disruptive, especially for horizontal loop systems. However, NW Renewables takes care to minimise disturbances as much as possible and restore any excavated areas afterward.

Ground source heat pumps use a compact indoor unit similar to an air conditioning unit. These can be installed in utility rooms, basements or garages and connect to the ground loop pipes running underground outside.