Air Source Heat Pump Installation

What is an Air Source Heat Pump?

An air source heat pump (ASHP) extracts renewable heat from the outside air and uses it to heat your home and provide hot water. Even when outdoor temperatures drop to minus 15 degrees Celsius, a modern ASHP can efficiently convert ambient air into usable warmth. These systems use electricity to operate but deliver approximately three units of heat for every unit of electricity consumed, making them around 300 percent efficient.

Air source heat pumps are a proven, reliable alternative to gas and oil boilers. They are particularly effective in well-insulated homes and can work with radiators, underfloor heating, or a combination of both. With the UK Government offering grants of up to £7,500 through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, there has never been a better time to switch to a heat pump.

How It Works

Benefits of an Air Source Heat Pump

• Up to £7,500 grant available through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme
• Approximately 300 percent energy efficiency
• Significantly lower carbon emissions than gas or oil boilers
• Provides both heating and hot water from one system
• Compatible with radiators and underfloor heating
• Quiet operation with modern inverter-driven compressors
• Low maintenance with typical lifespans of 20 years or more
• Eligible for the Smart Export Guarantee when paired with solar PV

Is a Heat Pump Right for Me?

An air source heat pump is suitable for most UK homes, though they perform best in properties with good levels of insulation. If your home currently uses gas, oil, LPG, or electric heating, you may be eligible for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant. Properties must have a valid EPC with no outstanding recommendations for loft or cavity wall insulation.