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[–] Wanderer@lemm.ee 7 points 1 month ago (1 children)

I think most of those retrofits aren't cheap because the pipes and radiators aren't big enough for the colder water. So it ends up needing a whole now install anyway.

[–] silence7@slrpnk.net 6 points 1 month ago (1 children)

I can see how that could happen for some homes. Worth doing the calculation though, since it can be cheaper if the pipes are adequate.

[–] Wanderer@lemm.ee 3 points 1 month ago

It's probably always cheaper. The government is pushing for air to water. There are no subsidies for air to air which I think is a better way to heat a home.