Air/water heat pump

No other heat pump can be installed as easily and thus as economically as the air/water heat pump. This makes the air/water heat pump the most popular heat pump for single-family oder multi-family homes. In newly built houses, the indoor option is frequently the preferred choice; the outdoor option tends to be selected when renovating properties.

The most economical solution in the short term

Outdoor air/water heat pumps require the least investment, from planning to commissioning.

Quick installation

The outdoor air/water heat pump is relatively quick and uncomplicated to install, which makes it a particularly attractive option when renovating.

Very little paperwork

Compared to other heat pumps, installing an air/water heat pump does not require a lot of paperwork, as no earthworks are required.

The most popular solution for a single-family home

The air/water heat pump uses ambient air (which is free) for heating and can be installed indoors or outdoors. An outdoor heat pump requires the least amount of construction work; an indoor pump, on the other hand, might not be visible once installed, but installing them as part of a renovation frequently involves breaking through walls. The energy efficiency of an air/water heat pump varies depending on the external ambient air temperature. When external ambient temperatures are very low, this type of heat pump requires more electrical energy than when external temperatures are more moderate. The air/water heat pump is used mainly for supplying heat and hot water, but it can also be used for cooling. This means it can create a pleasant indoor environment not only in winter, but also during the warmer months.

Outdoor air/water heat pump with a pipe that leads inside the house.

Indoor air/water heat pump with two air ducts: one to draw in the air, and the other to release it back into the environment.

Replacing the existing oil heating system at a farmhouse in Oberbalm. More for reference.

This indoor air/water heat pump is installed in a newly built apartment block. More for reference.

In the short term, air/water heat pumps are frequently the simplest and most cost-effective solution and therefore the most popular solution for single-family homes.

One of our air/water heat pumps from the Aeroheat range. Please use our Product Finder to find out more about our products.

Replacing the oil heating system with an air/water heat pump in a single-family home. More for reference.

How much does it cost to run an air heat pump?

The air/water heat pump is the most cost-effective heat pump to install. The main reason for this is that installation is relatively simple and does not require any extensive construction work. The project cost for an air/water heat pump for an average single-family home is approximately CHF 45,000. This includes the price of the heat pump, the additional materials and the installation work. With an outdoor air/water heat pump, the cost is generally even lower, as installation involves only drilling holes for the pipes – there is no need to break through any walls. The indoor setup is popular in newly built houses, while the outdoor setup’s simple and cost-effective installation makes it popular for renovations.