Monthly Archives: August 2019

When you spend money on a heat pump, you do so with the expectation that it will last you for several years without giving you trouble. The problem is that many of us don’t understand how it works and what’s required for it to work. This means that avoiding damaging it through bad habits and behaviour is a bit more challenging than it is with other household appliances we’re more familiar with, like our microwaves and toasters. This blog will show you how to avoid having to fix heat pump prematurely by looking after it correctly. Mistake No 1: Leaving Your Heat Pump On 24/7 Or Constantly Adjusting Its Temperature  … Read More

Winter is drawing to a close and spring is around the corner. While most of us will be glad to pack away our scarfs and gloves and enjoy longer days and shorter nights, some Kiwis aren’t looking forward to the change of seasons. About a fifth of the population suffers from rhinitis, which is an allergic reaction to pollen. For this group of people, spring means sniffing, sneezing, headaches and itchy, watery eyes. Here’s why allergies get worse in spring and how, for homeowners in Auckland, heat pump maintenance can result in less seasonal discomfort. Why Are Allergies Worse In Spring? Pollen grains are tiny spheres that rely on the … Read More