Heat pumps have become a go-to heating solution in Ashburton and across South Canterbury for good reason. They’re efficient, clean, and relatively low-maintenance. But even the best system, when misused, can become a power-guzzling liability.
Heating a home through the depths of winter in places like Dunedin and the Otago region is no small feat. The temperature drops, the wind cuts through old windows, and the power bill starts climbing.
Installing a heat pump can be one of the smartest ways to improve indoor comfort and lower energy bills. But in colder regions like Ashburton, Timaru, and wider South Canterbury, a poor decision at the
Wellington’s chimney sweeps are no strangers to urgency. Each year, homeowners across the region light up their wood burners as the cold sets in—only to discover poor draw, smoky rooms, or stubborn soot buildup that