Are Buffer Tanks Sabotaging Your Air Source Heat Pump? | Homeowners' Q&A

We dive into the highly debated topic of buffer tanks in heat pump installations. Are they truly necessary, or could they be the biggest mistake in your heating system?

Join us as we sit down with industry experts to explore the pros and cons of buffer tanks, how they impact your system’s efficiency, and when they might actually be required. Our panel includes:

• Brendon Uys – Head of Domestic Heat Pump Design at Net Zero British Gas
• Simon Murray – Heating Engineer and System Designer at Optimus Heating
• James Clark – Managing Director of Elite Services Group Limited

Whether you’re a homeowner considering a new heat pump installation or someone looking to optimise your current system, this discussion will provide you with valuable insights to make informed decisions.

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0:00 Intro
1:32 Difference between buffer tank and volumiser
3:23 Are buffers useful in UK homes?
5:21 Where and when is a buffer tank suitable for an air source heat pump system?
7:58 Why are buffer tanks used?
9:06 Heat pump warranties and buffer tanks
10:51 What is efficiency loss with a buffer?
11:40 What does an open loop system look like?
14:39 Why are installers still fitting buffer tanks?
19:18 What are the steps to bypass and buffer tank that’s been installed in an air source heat pump system?
22:08 Relationship between homeowner and installer
23:50 Why buffers should become extinct
25:14 Closing thoughts