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Are Most Heat Pump Controllers Unfit for Homeowners?

In this power-packed Homeowners’ Q&A episode, we explore one of the most important but misunderstood areas of heat pump ownership: heat pump controllers and smart TRVs and thermostats. Graham Hendra, Richard Burrows, Simon Baseden and Darren Jones unpack how poor control logic, bad commissioning and misunderstood third-party systems can destroy efficiency. From the failure of smart TRVs to why most manufacturer controls are utterly unfit for homeowners, this is a no-filter, deep-dive discussion you won’t want to miss. Sponsored by Heat Pumps Unlocked: https://amzn.to/453S33y To find out more about Havenwise: https://www.havenwise.co.uk/partners/... Buy Bodge Buster: Heat Pump Guide for Homeowners: amzn.to/3NVndlU Buy From Zero to Heat Pump Hero: amzn.to/4bWkPFb 🔗 Subscribe for more episodes and check out our website at Renewable Heating Hub for resources and advice: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk Don’t forget to subscribe for more expert discussions on renewable heating: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forums If you would like to sponsor an episode or be a guest on our panel, please send an email to [email protected] 🌿 FOLLOW US HERE 🌿 Renewable Heating Hub: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk Renewable Heating Hub Forums: https://renewableheatinghub.co.uk/forums YouTube:    / renewableheatinghub   Instagram:   / renewableheatinghub   Email: [email protected] Got more questions? Comment below or email us at [email protected]. Don’t forget to subscribe for more episodes! 0:00 Intro 1:43 What role does the heat pump controller play in improving system efficiency? 3:17 Is the main controller responsible for load compensation? 5:10 Should you have additional controls around the house for maximum efficiency? 6:26 Why do installers roll their eyes at simple on/off controls? 9:42 How do you align physical controls with weather and load compensation? 12:01 Why using thermostats individually is the wrong approach for heat pumps 13:22 Are smart TRVs a worthwhile investment? 18:04 What is an FRV valve and how does it help with radiator balancing? 19:14 Is it sensible for homeowners to invest in third-party smart controls? 22:09 Should heat pumps just work without user input — and why isn’t that happening? 27:58 Why are manufacturer-supplied controllers often so poor? 29:49 Can third-party controls harm the heat pump if misconfigured? 33:08 Is there a place for products like Tado in heat pump systems? 37:11 The complexity of heat pump controls and how products like Adia help manage water flow 40:14 How long does it take homeowners to realise something’s gone wrong? 42:14 Controller complexity and installer coding challenges 43:40 Conclusion 43:48 Outtakes