Noise nuisance: When the heat pump hums

Nevertheless, a lot has already been achieved. Currently are 365,000 heat pumps in operation in Austria. “The market will grow slightly again,” the expert is convinced. After all, they are funding with two thirds of the Investment costs higher than ever before. Many households are therefore considering how to deal with the issue Heating change can tackle. Springlers Tipp: Next to the Federal funding There is often one for replacing the heating system State funding available.

A topic that is for uncertainty cares, is the one Noise, that a heat pump produces, a low-frequency sound Brummen that in several Neighborhoods causes discord. “Modernity Heat pumps have become significantly quieter,” assures Alexander Springler. In his opinion, “the heat pump just has to correctly sized and good installed become”. Be Tipp: Consult an experienced installer. “The installation type may not have been chosen correctly.”

Noise: What is allowed?

Die OIB policy prescribe whether the noise harmful to health be. “One may 35 decibels “Do not exceed the ground boundary,” the expert knows and advises: “Before you set up a heat pump, you should talk to your neighbors.” In addition to the noise, there is also the Ventilator the heat pump is an issue. “You can feel the blowing out five to six meters away,” says the expert and recommends: “It often helps to turn the heat pump.”

Tedious processing

Many households also have this settlement process on the way to Heating replacement too complex to tackle the changeover. “The process used to be complicated,” says Springler, but emphasizes: “Now it is very simple.” It is important Know energy consumptionthen you can with that Installer calculate what the house or apartment needs. Or you speak one Manufacturer directly. What the Transition on energy-saving heating? Alexander Springler: “In addition to a clear conscience, something for him Environmental protection Having done that, you can get about a third of it Energy costs save.”