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15 Reasons Not To Be Ignoring Heat Pump Tumble
Heat Pump Tumble Dryers

The models that use heat pumps don't require a vent pipe since they store their moisture in an easy to empty reservoir. They also use less heat, making them more gentle on your clothes and more sustainable.

But a heat pump tumble dryer is more expensive to purchase than a vented model. Is it worth the investment?

It's more energy efficient


Heat pumps are often thought of as a means to warm a building. However, this versatile appliance is capable of more than just huffing and puffing to produce hot air. It can also deliver AC, and it is discovered that heat pumps are highly efficient when employed to wash laundry. This makes them an excellent option for anyone concerned about the drying process destroying their clothes or living in an apartment that doesn't allow for outdoor drying.

The dryers of heat pumps recycle and reuse the air used to dry your clothes. The evaporator absorbs the moisture in your clothes and the resulting condensation is collected and re-heated in a tank. This means that heat pump tumble dryer s use much less energy than vented or condenser models.

But there's a downside: because they are using lower temperatures, your clothing might take a little longer to dry. It's worth the wait for those who want to save energy and keep your fabrics in good shape.

Another advantage of tumble dryers with heat pumps is that they do not require vent ducting at all and are therefore more flexible in placement than their vented or condenser counterparts. While they still need a container to collect water condensation, which needs to be cleaned regularly or have a plumbing connection in the event that you place them in your drains, these are a minor compromise for the energy savings they deliver.

For industrial laundry operations that require the highest level of washing service while remaining as efficient as they can be, using a heat pump tumbler can be a viable option. They can reduce energy consumption by as much as 70% since they don't have to release hot air into the environment. This can lead to significant savings on energy bills.

While there is a cost to purchase and install the heat pump tumbler, the substantial energy savings it could bring will quickly pay for any initial investment. It is essential to keep your heat pump tumble dryer. Cleaning it regularly will help prevent the buildup of lint, which can reduce the efficiency and present the risk of fire.

It's gentler on clothes.

The tumble dryers of the heat pump dry your laundry by moisture extraction and not direct heating. This lets your clothes be dried at lower temperatures which is more gentle on fabrics and can prolong the life of your favourite clothes and jumpers. Since they make use of moisture extraction, they require a water tank (also known as reservoir) which you have to empty on a regular basis unless they are plumbed in. This isn't a problem for most households, as you can easily empty the tank with regular household waste.

It's more sustainable

Tumble drying is a great choice if you are limited in space in your home for drying washing or you just prefer not to hang it up. Tumble dryers can harm clothes if often used and at higher temperatures. Beko heat pumps tumble dryers are made to dry your clothes at lower temperatures, thus removing moisture. Find out more about our Heat Pump tumble dryer range here.

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