Residential · Heat Pumps
A heat pump, properly specified for your house.
Air and ground source. £7,500 government grant covers a meaningful chunk of cost. We’ll be straight about whether your home is ready — insulation, radiators, the lot — before quoting.
£7,500
Government Grant
300%
Efficient
50%
Lower Bills
20yr+
Lifespan
What is a Heat Pump?
Heat pumps extract heat from the outside air (or ground) and use it to warm your home and water. They work like a fridge in reverse - even when it's cold outside, there's heat energy that can be captured and amplified.
For every 1kW of electricity used, a heat pump produces 3-4kW of heat. This 300-400% efficiency makes them the most efficient heating technology available.
Lower Bills
Heat pumps can reduce heating costs by up to 50% compared to gas, and significantly more vs oil or LPG.
Low Carbon
Reduce your home's carbon emissions by up to 70%. Use with solar for virtually zero-carbon heating.
Future-Proof
Gas boilers will be phased out by 2035. Heat pumps are the future of home heating.
Types of Heat Pump
We install both air source and ground source heat pumps.
Air Source Heat Pumps
Most popular for UK homes
From £8,000*
*After £7,500 BUS grant
- Extracts heat from outside air
- Works down to -20°C
- External unit (like AC unit)
- Minimal garden disruption
- 2-3 day installation
- Best for: Most homes
Ground Source Heat Pumps
Higher efficiency, larger gardens
From £20,000*
*After £7,500 BUS grant
- Extracts heat from ground
- Higher efficiency (400%+)
- Horizontal trenches or boreholes
- Silent operation
- Longer installation (1-2 weeks)
- Best for: Rural properties, larger gardens
Boiler Upgrade Scheme Grant
The government's Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) provides £7,500 towards the cost of a heat pump installation. This is deducted directly from your quote - you don't need to claim it back.
BUS Grant: Key Points
- ✓ £7,500 for air source heat pumps
- ✓ £7,500 for ground source heat pumps
- ✓ Must replace fossil fuel heating (gas, oil, LPG)
- ✓ Property must have EPC (any rating)
- ✓ MCS certified installer required (we are certified)
- ✓ Available until at least March 2028
Who Qualifies?
- Homeowners in England and Wales
- Properties with existing fossil fuel heating (gas, oil, LPG, electric)
- Valid Energy Performance Certificate (we can arrange if needed)
- Properties off the gas grid automatically qualify
We handle the grant application as part of our service.
Is Your Home Suitable?
Heat pumps work best in well-insulated homes. During your survey, we assess your home's suitability and recommend any improvements that would help.
Ideal Candidates
- Well-insulated properties (cavity/loft insulation)
- Homes with radiators or underfloor heating
- Properties with space for a hot water cylinder
- Homes currently on oil, LPG, or electric heating
- New builds and major renovations
Considerations
- Insulation: Poor insulation may need addressing first
- Radiator sizing: Some radiators may need upgrading
- Space: Need room for external unit and hot water cylinder
- Noise: External unit makes some noise (similar to AC)
Our free survey assesses all these factors and provides a clear recommendation.
Brands We Install
We install leading heat pump brands known for quality and reliability:
Mitsubishi
Market leader, excellent reliability
Daikin
Japanese quality, wide range
Vaillant
German engineering, hybrid options
Samsung
Great value, quiet operation
Frequently Asked Questions
Will a heat pump work in cold weather?
Yes! Modern air source heat pumps work efficiently down to -20°C. They're widely used in Scandinavia where winters are much colder than the UK. Performance does reduce slightly in very cold weather, but systems are designed to handle UK temperatures.
How much will I save on heating bills?
Savings vary depending on your current heating system. Replacing oil or LPG heating typically saves 30-50%. Replacing gas is more marginal due to electricity being more expensive per kWh, but heat pumps' efficiency (300%+) still delivers savings. Combining with solar maximises benefits.
How noisy are heat pumps?
Modern air source heat pumps operate at around 40-50 decibels - similar to a quiet conversation or refrigerator. We position units carefully to minimise any disturbance. Ground source heat pumps are virtually silent.
Do I need to replace my radiators?
Heat pumps operate at lower temperatures than boilers (45-55°C vs 70-80°C). Some radiators may need upgrading to larger sizes to deliver the same heat output. Our survey identifies any radiators that need changing.
How long does installation take?
Air source heat pump installation typically takes 2-3 days. Ground source takes longer (1-2 weeks) due to groundworks. We minimise disruption and keep your heating running until the new system is ready.
What maintenance do heat pumps need?
Heat pumps require minimal maintenance - an annual service (similar to boilers) is recommended. They have fewer moving parts than boilers and typically last 20+ years. Most come with 5-7 year manufacturer warranties.
Complete Home Energy System
Combine heat pumps with solar for maximum savings.
Ready to Switch to Heat Pump Heating?
Get a free quote including £7,500 BUS grant. We'll assess your home's suitability and provide a clear recommendation.
Get a quote → Call 07944 275171