Heating with air conditioning: more economical, efficient and quiet operation

Heating your home with an air conditioner has been gaining popularity in recent years. Whereas we traditionally associate air conditioning mainly with cooling in summer, modern systems also turn out to be excellent for heating. In fact, heating with an air conditioner can in many cases be more economical than a traditional central heating system.

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More economical than the central heating boiler

One of the biggest advantages of an air conditioner as a heating system is its energy efficiency. Modern air-to-air heat pumps, which are integrated into air conditioners, have a high efficiency. This is because they do not generate heat by gas combustion like a central heating boiler, but extract heat from the outside air. Even at low outdoor temperatures, an air conditioner remains efficient in heating your home.

The secret is in the **S.C.O.P. (Seasonal Coefficient of Performance)** value. This value indicates how much heat an air conditioner provides per unit of energy consumed. In modern systems, this value is often between 4 and 5, meaning that for every kilowatt of electricity consumed by the air conditioner, it emits 4 to 5 kilowatts of heat. By comparison, a central heating boiler achieves an efficiency of about 90%, which is 0.9 kilowatts of heat for every kilowatt of energy consumed. This makes air conditioning much more economical on an annual basis, especially when it comes to rooms where only limited heating is needed.

Heating where and when it is needed

Another major advantage of an air conditioner over central heating is its ability to provide targeted heating. Instead of heating the whole house, you can choose to heat only those rooms where you are at the time. This avoids wasting energy and can result in significant savings.

In addition, an air conditioner works extremely quickly. Whereas a central heating boiler sometimes takes a while to warm up a room, an air conditioner can quickly bring the temperature in a room up to the desired level. This makes it an ideal solution for rooms you want to heat briefly, such as a home office or bedroom.

Quiet operation and easy to operate

Modern air conditioners are also equipped with quiet motors and fans, making them barely audible during operation. This makes them suitable for rooms where silence is desired, such as a bedroom or study.

Ease of use is also a big plus. Most air conditioners come with a remote control and often they can even be controlled via an app. This means you can always adjust the temperature in your home easily and remotely.

Cooling and heating

The multifunctional nature of the air conditioner makes it a versatile investment. In summer, the system provides pleasant cooling while efficiently heating your home in winter. Thus, it offers year-round comfort without the need for a separate device for each function.

Conclusion

Heating with an air conditioner is a modern, efficient and cost-saving solution for many households. With its high SCOP value, quiet operation and the ability to heat only the rooms where you need heat, the air conditioner offers an attractive alternative to the traditional central heating boiler. In addition, its multi-functionality, with the air conditioner also providing cooling in summer, ensures optimal climate control in every season.