Mitsubishi Lossnay Heat Recovery image showing a digram of hot and cold air flow through the recovery system process

The Difference: HRV and Heat Pump Systems

With more importance being placed on making New Zealand homes warmer, drier and healthier, it can be hard to decide which products actually do what. Heat pumps, HRV, DVS, Moisture Master, ventilation or recovery systems — there are many options and plenty of…

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Case Study: Commercial Café

A Christchurch property owner contacted ACS Air Control Systems because a tenant had a new heat pump installed and it started leaking through the roof. This case study shows the problem, what we did to repair it properly, and the result. If you have concerns about…

Diagram of how an air source heat pump works. Both for warming and cooling. ACS heat pumps Christchurch

Heat Pumps in Christchurch: Powering a Greener Future

New Zealand is heading into a period of significant change in how we use and manage energy. With supply shortfalls, increasing electricity demand, and growing concerns about climate change, households and businesses are looking for better ways to stay warm, cool, and…

Running Costs of Heat Pumps

Running Costs of Heat Pumps

Understanding Heat Pump Running Costs: What You Need to Know If you’re thinking about installing a heat pump or already have one at home or work, a common question is: how much does it cost to run? We get it — energy bills matter, especially during those cold…

How does a heat pump work?

How does a heat pump work?

If you live in Canterbury and want better control over your home or business temperature — without the high running costs — then understanding how does a heat pump work is the first step. A heat pump is more than just a heater or a cooler — it’s a complete climate…