Air source heat pumps, with an honest view on whether they suit your home.
A heat pump takes heat from the outside air, even on cold days, and uses it to heat your home and hot water. It's lower-carbon heating that produces more heat energy than the electricity it uses. It isn't right for every house, so Mike checks first.
What’s covered
- Home survey and heat-loss check
- Radiator sizing and upgrades
- Hot water cylinder sizing
- Installation and commissioning
- Controls set up for low running costs
- Help with the Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant
What Mike checks first
- Your current heating system
- Insulation and heat loss
- Your radiators
- Outdoor space for the unit
- Hot water needs
- What suits your home and budget
When to call
- 01Your boiler is nearing the end of its life
- 02You want lower-carbon heating
- 03You have reasonable insulation and space outside
- 04You're planning a renovation
Heat pump vs gas: what would it cost you?
Rough figures using your current gas spend. Change the rates to match your tariff.
Estimated yearly running cost
- Heat your home needs0 kWh
- CO₂ saved per year0 t
- Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant−£7,500
Illustrative only. Assumes the same heat demand and typical carbon factors, and ignores off-peak heat pump tariffs, which can lower costs further. Mike will give you a proper heat-loss figure at the survey.
Do heat pumps work in winter?
Yes. They're designed to pull heat from cold air. They run best with a well-sized system, which is why Mike checks heat loss and radiators first.
Is there a grant?
In England and Wales the Boiler Upgrade Scheme offers £7,500 towards an air source heat pump for eligible homes. Mike can explain how it works for you.
Will I need new radiators?
Sometimes. Heat pumps run at lower temperatures, so some rooms may need a larger radiator. The survey shows exactly which ones.
Other services
Leak, boiler or bathroom? Call Mike.
Straight answers, fair prices, and a local engineer who turns up when he says he will. Send a photo on WhatsApp for the quickest reply.
