An air source heat pump is suitable for most types of properties but one of the key factors that will help you decide whether a heat pump is right for your home will be the current level of heat that is escaping through your roof, walls and windows.

Government funding is available to support homeowners who want to install renewable energy systems or energy efficiency measures into their home.

The Boiler Upgrade Scheme provides eligible homeowners in England and Wales with a grant of up to £5,000 if they replace their gas or oil boiler with an air source heat pump. In addition, certain types of energy saving materials, such as heat pumps, are currently eligible for a zero rate of VAT.

Every installation is different so calculating an average cost of a heat pump installation is difficult – the Energy Savings Trust provide an estimate from £7,000 up to £13,000.

For homes which do not require additional insulation measures, the installation costs will be lower than a property which may need loft or wall insulation installed. We recommend that homeowners contact Residual heating to obtain a quotation – We will be able to assess your property’s build type and heating requirements to then give you an accurate estimate of costs for your home’s system.

No. A common misconception about air source heat pumps is that they are noisy but, as long as they are installed correctly (for example, fitted on anti-vibration feet and on a level surface), heat pumps today operate quietly. Grant’s Aerona³ 13kW and 17kW air source heat pump units both have the Quiet Mark which acknowledges their very quiet operation.

Yes. Provided your heat pump has been correctly installed and the system correctly sized, a heat pump will work effectively during the colder months of the year. Grant’s Aerona³ air source heat pumps have built-in frost protection and they have been designed to operate in air temperatures from -20C up to 43C.