A water-to-air heat pump is an excellent investment for a Finnish home. An old-fashioned home heating system often consumes extra energy unnecessarily, which is why you should book a free home survey to find out how much a modern water-to-air heat pump would cost for your home and how much you could save on your home heating costs. In this article, we explain what a water-to-air heat pump is, the differences between a water-to-air heat pump and a geothermal heat pump, and why you should get a water-to-air heat pump for your home. We’ll also tell you where to buy your water-to-air heat pump so that the whole process runs professionally from start to finish. At the end of the article, we’ll tell you how you can get a water-to-air heat pump as easily as possible. So don’t be left alone with potential problems with your home heating system, grab the tips in this article and upgrade your home heating system to the most modern option on the market!
What is a water-to-air heat pump?
A water-to-air heat pump is a heating system that is connected to the water circuit of the home. Once installed, a water-to-air heat pump acts as a whole-home heating system, unlike an air-to-air heat pump, which only blows air to specific areas of the property. A water-to-air heat pump is also suitable for heating domestic hot water.
The system works by transferring heat energy from the outside air to the home’s hydronic heating system. Currently, the water-to-air heat pump is the most popular heating system choice in Finnish homes. It is worth noting, however, that if a water-to-air heat pump is used as the main source of heat for your home, you should also install a backup heating system for the toughest frosts. For example, electric or wood heating can act as a backup system for a water-to-air heat pump.
What are the differences between a water-to-air heat pump and a geothermal heat pump?
The main difference between a water-to-air heat pump and a ground source heat pump is where the system draws heat from. A water-to-air heat pump draws heat from the outside air through its outdoor unit, while a geothermal heat pump uses underground heat from a borehole. Another important difference relates to the investment costs of the systems, where the installation of a water-to-air heat pump is significantly cheaper than a geothermal heat pump.
The third major difference between a geothermal heat pump and a water-to-air heat pump is that a geothermal heat pump can produce the same amount of heat in almost all weather conditions, but the efficiency of a water-to-air heat pump decreases in -20 degrees below zero. In Finnish conditions, a backup heating system should be installed alongside the water-to-air heat pump.
Why install a water-to-air heat pump in your home?
In Finland’s long and cold winter and with the advent of various energy crises, all kinds of electricity saving tips come in handy and a water-to-air heat pump is one of the best saving tips. Water-to-air heat pumps can help households make significant savings on their home heating bills: savings of up to 50-60% can be made compared to previous heating bills. The size of the water-to-air heat pump and the size of the property will affect the price of the water-to-air heat pump. In general, it can be said that a water-to-air heat pump will pay back its initial investment in about 5-7 years. That’s because a water-to-air heat pump can help you save thousands of euros in home heating costs every year.
In addition to saving on heating costs, a water-to-air heat pump helps ensure that everywhere in your home is always just the right temperature. Unlike an air-source heat pump, a water-source heat pump heats your entire home. Water-to-air heat pumps are also reasonably priced and the total investment for installing a water-to-air heat pump will be lower than for a geothermal system.
It is worth noting, however, that the efficiency of a water-to-air heat pump starts to decrease when the temperature drops to -20 degrees Celsius. In such freezing temperatures, it is no longer profitable to produce heat with a water-to-air heat pump, and it makes more sense to switch to a backup heating system installed in the home. In such a situation, many of the water-to-air heat pumps on the market will automatically switch off and the heating system will switch to another form of home heating, such as direct electric heating. Fortunately, there are relatively few such frosts in Finland today, especially in the south, so there is not much difference in annual operating costs when using good quality equipment.
Where to buy water-to-air heat pumps?
Water-to-air heat pumps should be purchased from the professionals in the field, LämpöWat or OmaWat. OmaWatti was founded in 2015. It is active in various electrical commissions, such as high-quality and versatile energy renovation of detached houses and installation of photovoltaic panels. OmaWatti’s guiding principle is to genuinely help its customers and identify their needs. The aim is always to do the job at least as well as if it was done for you. LämpöWatti was established as part of the OmaWatti Oy group in 2024. The company specialises in energy renovation.
By choosing either LämpöWat or OmaWat as your water-to-air heat pump supplier, you can be sure that the purchase of your heating system and the energy renovation of your home will be handled professionally from the initial survey to the delivery of the system. Water-to-air heat pumps should be purchased from either LämpöWat or OmaWat precisely because the company will take care of your home’s energy renovation from start to finish. You don’t need to be an expert on heating systems or spend a lot of time learning about the subject to get the most modern heating system for your home, but can trust a reliable professional to select, purchase and install your heating system. Both of the above companies offer free initial surveys to assess the situation in your home and provide you with a fixed-price quote for an energy renovation that is right for your home.
After the initial survey, the company you choose will order the equipment needed for the energy renovation. It’s very important to choose the best water-to-air heat pump for your home, so it’s definitely worth leaving it to an experienced professional to assess the situation in your home and choose the right equipment. When you buy and install a Daikin heat pump through LämpöWat, for example, you can be sure that the energy renovation of your home will be carried out reliably and that the end result will be successful. OmaWat’s strengths are its mid-range price and well thought-out and carefully crafted solutions. OmaWatti invests in a good working community atmosphere, which is reflected throughout the company. In addition, OmaWatti invests in the latest technology in the industry.
The installation of the heating system takes only 1-3 days and is carried out on a turnkey basis. When the company hands over the newly installed heating system to you, everything is ready for years of cost- and energy-efficient heating. On top of the deal, you’ll also get guidance on how to use and maintain your new water-to-air heat pump.
Through LämpöWat you have the opportunity to finance the installation of a water-to-air heat pump with 60 months of interest-free financing. This is an excellent opportunity for you who wants to upgrade your home’s energy economy to modern times, but cannot afford to pay for a water-to-air heat pump and its installation all at once, here and now. In the future, a water-to-air heat pump will help you save even more money, making it the choice of the thrifty homeowner!
It is also worth installing a water-to-air heat pump if you are selling your home in the near future. A modern water-to-air heat pump heating system will increase the value of your house, and in some cases a very old-fashioned heating system can even block a house sale. So even if selling your home is not an issue right now, it is worth considering the choice of heating system from this perspective.
How can I get a water-to-air heat pump as cheaply as possible?
If you are convinced of the benefits of a water-to-air heat pump, you will want to know how you can get one in the most convenient and hassle-free way possible. The very first thing you should do is book a free initial assessment with either OmaWat or LämpöWat. This can be done quickly and easily via the contact or quote request form on the website of the company of your choice, or by phone.
After you contact us, a representative of the company of your choice will come to your home to carry out an initial assessment. During the initial survey, we will assess the situation of your home and the most suitable heating renovation for your home, free of charge. During the survey, you will receive a fixed-price offer that you can accept or reject. The initial survey is not yet binding, so you can book a free initial survey for your home and decide only after you have seen the offer whether it is exactly what you and your home need.
If you decide to accept the offer you received during the initial survey, order the equipment you need for the renovation from the company of your choice. For example, the Daikin water-to-air heat pump is a popular option in Finnish homes. When the equipment arrives, the company you choose will install a new water-to-air heat pump in your home. The installation of a water-to-air heat pump takes only 1-3 days and is done on a turnkey basis. This way you can concentrate on your daily life and leave the installation of your water-to-air heat pump entirely to the professional of your choice.
Once the installation of a water-to-air heat pump is complete, you will have a fully functional, cost- and energy-efficient heating system. You will also receive guidance on the use and maintenance of your new water-to-air heat pump. A quality water-to-air heat pump will provide your home with a reliable heating system for many years to come, so you can continue to focus on your everyday life while your water-to-air heat pump heats your home. It pays to invest in a carefree everyday life, which is why a water-to-air heat pump is the number one choice for the modern homeowner!