Air Source Heat Pumps

What are air source heat pumps?

Air source heat pumps are clever devices installed outside your home that extract heat from the air and use it to provide heating and hot water. They offer an efficient way to heat your home, which can help reduce your carbon footprint when powered by low-carbon electricity.

How do air source heat pumps work?

Air source heat pumps absorb heat from the outside air using a refrigerant fluid. This heat is then compressed to increase its temperature and transferred to your home's heating system via radiators, underfloor heating, or hot water cylinders.

Fun fact: They keep generating heat, even when it's as chilly -15°C outside!

Benefits of air source
heat pumps

Increased heating efficiency

Typically up to three times more efficient than traditional boilers, based on Energy Saving Trust data

Lower energy bills*

Because of their high efficiency, if your home is well insulated, they can cost a lot less to run.

*Actual savings depend on property type, insulation and system efficiency

Lower carbon emissions

By running solely on electricity, they can result in lower carbon emissions compared with gas boilers when powered by renewable electricity.

Long lifespan

You can expect a heat pump to last for 20+ years – longer than the average lifespan of a gas boiler.

Government grant

Homeowners in England, Wales and Scotland can claim a £7,500 grant* when upgrading to a heat pump.

*Subject to Boiler Upgrade Scheme eligibility criteria (England, Wales and Scotland only)

Finance options

A Tandem Home Improvement Loan lets you pay in monthly instalments, subject to eligibility and affordability checks.

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Types of air source heat pumps

There are two main types of air source heat pumps:
air-to-water and air-to-air systems.

Air-to-water heat pumps

These systems distribute heat through your home's central heating system, providing warmth to radiators, underfloor heating, and hot water cylinders. They are the preferred choice for homeowners seeking comprehensive heating solutions that also supply hot water for domestic use.

Air-to-air heat pumps

These heat pumps distribute warm air throughout your home via fans and ductwork, offering efficient heating and cooling capabilities. While they provide effective climate control, they do not typically supply hot water for domestic use like air-to-water systems.

COSTS

How much does a heat pump cost?

The cost of installing an air source heat pump varies depending on factors such as the size of your property and the type of heat pump selected.

Installation cost

Example pricing from £499 after grant for eligible properties – actual cost varies by home and system.

Boiler Upgrade Scheme

Finance options

You may also be eligible for a Tandem Home Improvement Loan o help spread the upfront cost over manageable monthly instalments.

Home Improvement Loan

Running costs

British Gas have built a simple running cost calculator. Answers a few questions about your home to get an estimate.

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INSTALLATION

Simple steps to air source heating

Enquire with our partner

Simply fill out our enquiry form and we'll connect you to our trusted heat pump partner.

Book a free assessment

Our partner will arrange for someone to pop round and check your home suitability.

Get a tailored quote

They will provide you with a system recommendation and fixed-price quote.

Explore finance options

Discover options like Tandem Home Improvement Loans, where you can spread the upfront cost into easy monthly payments.

Installation time

It usually takes about a week to install your heat pump, including any changes to pipework and radiators.

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*Subject to Boiler Upgrade Scheme eligibility criteria (England, Wales and Scotland only)

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