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25 September 2022 3 min read

Discreet Heat Pumps to Suit Smaller Spaces

Are you thinking of downsizing? Don’t downsize on comfort! The Tiny House movement is sweeping the world at the moment, and the Bay of Plenty is seeing its fair share crop up. Retirees looking to free up some capital for travel or a little luxury spending, young couples looking to get a foothold on the property ladder and singles who are determined to become self-reliant - it seems no one is immune to this interesting shift in the way we look at property.

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25 September 2022 3 min read

Importance of Cleaning the Filter on Your Heat Pump

At Bay of Plenty Heat Pumps, we know that as soon as you have chosen the best heat pump or air conditioning unit for your Tauranga home, you will start reaping the benefits of temperature control. Lots of families across Tauranga find that a heat pump installation is a real game changer for health, well-being, and quality of life. Your heat pumps and air conditioning units need to be serviced regularly to perform to an optimum standard like anything you invest in.

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25 September 2022 3 min read

But What About the Bedrooms? How to Keep Warm at Night with Heat Pumps

From energy efficiency to forgoing the firewood to quick heat, there are plenty of reasons to swap from a fireplace to a heat pump. However, one of the biggest reasons people hesitate about making the switch is worrying that the heat won’t reach the bedrooms.

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25 September 2022 3 min read

Greet You Customers with Added Warmth with a Heat Pump

If you are running a retail or hospitality business in Tauranga, Papamoa, Mt Maunganui or the greater Bay of Plenty, or you have a commercial office to service your clients, you may be experiencing a long-awaited upswing in trade at the moment. It’s great that everything is starting to feel a bit normal again after the upheaval we have experienced over the last few years, and it’s essential that we all take care of each other as we begin to open up to the world again. At BOP Heat Pumps, we are excited to be out and about again, and we have some fantastic ideas to help you get back into the swing of things.

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25 September 2022 2 min read

Using The Timer on Your Mitsubishi Heat Pump

At BOP Heat Pumps in Tauranga we love the Mitsubishi range of heat pumps, and the Mitsubishi Electric AP80 EcoCore Series Heat Pump is a unit that is hard to beat. When it comes to using your heat pumps or air conditioning, there are a few tips and tricks to learn to help you achieve optimum comfort while staying in the energy efficient zone.

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25 September 2022 3 min read

Air Conditioner Hacks That Will Keep the Power Bill Down

As we dive head-first into summer, you’re probably keen to keep your house nice and cool without suffering eye wateringly high energy bills. The good news is air conditioners are one of the most efficient ways to keep your house comfortable, and with a few heat pump hacks from the team at BOP Heat Pumps, you can keep the power bill to a minimum.

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25 September 2022 2 min read

How Your Heat Pump Can Help Keep Your Home Healthy This Winter

In the midst of a global pandemic, it’s never been more important to find ways to keep your family healthy and safe. While a warm, dry house won’t kill a virus, it will certainly contribute to your overall health throughout the cooler months. Combining the well stated public health advice – wash your hands, cough into your elbow – with the health benefits of a heat pump is the best way to make sure your family stays well this winter.

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25 September 2022 3 min read

Summer is Just Around the Corner – Get Your Air Conditioner Ready

It’s nearly that glorious time of year when Kiwis toss our hot water bottles aside and start enjoying swims, sunshine and BBQs. With summer just around the corner in NZ, now’s the perfect time to get your air conditioner ready. By paying some attention to your A/C unit now, you’ll have a cool, healthy, comfortable house all summer long.

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25 September 2022 2 min read

Why Choose Mitsubishi Over Other Heat Pump Brands?

Heat pumps are the most efficient way to heat NZ homes and Mitsubishi Electric is the best of the best, which is why Mitsubishi is the only brand that BOP Heat Pumps installs. There are many reasons that Mitsubishi is superior – here’s a deep dive into a few of them.

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25 September 2022 3 min read

How to Choose the Right Heat Pump for your Home

There are many factors to consider when it comes to choosing your best heat pump, and it all comes down to balancing efficiency, convenience and personal style. At Bay of Plenty Heat Pumps in Tauranga, Mount Maunganui and Papamoa, we always start by measuring rooms, considering insulation and thinking about the location of the heat pump to maximise efficiency before helping you choose which air conditioning unit to install.

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25 September 2022 3 min read

Winter is Coming – Time to Install a Heat Pump in Your Home

Have you felt that distinctive chill in the air that signals winter is on its way?Here is the Bay of Plenty, the days are getting shorter, mornings are becoming awfully fresh and windows are starting to cry. Don’t wait until the cold sets in for good – now is the time to buy a heat pump. Here’s why.

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