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Lauren Bradbury

Should I turn off a heat pump at night? No, and experts explain why the slow and low method will help you save on your energy bills

Exterior of house, with outdoor unit air source heat pump.

If you have a heat pump, you might already know that switching from a traditional gas boiler to an air or ground-source heat pump can be a real learning curve. It can take a while to learn the ins and outs of this eco-friendly heating system, and it can leave you with many questions, including whether you should turn off the heat pump at night.

In the heat pump vs gas boiler debate, heat pumps come out more efficient, cheaper to run and safer to use and maintain. And if your aim is to save energy at home and reduce your monthly bills amid high living costs, heat pumps are a great option. But while heat pumps come with many controls and settings to ensure you’re as comfortable as possible, knowing when and how to use them can be challenging.

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