The Heat Pump
Knowledge Hub
Discover all there is to know about heat pumps in our comprehensive Heat Pump Knowledge Hub.
Heat Pump Week 2024
Championing the cause of Heat Pumps is what Heat Pump Week is all about. It’s an opportunity to bring the heating sector together and engage government in highlighting the necessity for heat pumps on our journey to net zero.
Do air source heat pumps work in the UK?
Air source heat pumps are a great alternative to gas heating for the UK’s climate – but there are some considerations for domestic properties. Learn more here.
Can you get grants for air source heat pumps?
You absolutely can get grants to help with the cost of a heat pump upgrade – and we handle all the paperwork! Here’s what you could be eligible for.
Can air source heat pumps cool your home?
While some air source heat pumps can cool your home as well as heat it, this comes at the cost of other capabilities – so may not be your best bet. Learn why.
Frequently asked questions
How much do air source heat pumps cost to install and operate?
Taking into account the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS grant), a complete heat pump system, matched perfectly to your requirements as part of our bespoke system design service and fully installed, can cost as little as £5,500-£7,000 for the average 3-bed family home.
Many customers find this a reasonable level of investment for a dependable, robust, and eco-friendly heating system.
You can find the BUS scheme eligibility criteria here, but we handle all the paperwork and applications, so it won’t be something you’ll have to worry about!
How efficient are air source heat pumps?
Air source heat pumps are one of the most efficient heating systems for your home. Generating three times the amount of heat for every kw of energy used. Heat pumps are sustainable, low carbon and help you save energy.
Do you need new radiators for air source heat pumps?
Not always, no but the performance of your heat pump system hinges on the compatibility and efficiency of your radiators.
Larger radiators with convectors are generally the best choice as they have a larger surface area. Careful evaluation and measurement of your existing radiators will ensure that your heating system operates at its best, providing comfort and energy efficiency.
How loud is an air source heat pump?
If you’re concerned about how loud an air source heat pump is, you might be surprised to instead find out how quiet they are. Like any machine in operation, heat pumps do produce noise – but how much noise they produce is remarkably low, especially with newer ASHP models designed with a focus on low-noise operation.
The noise is so low, in fact, that it’s about the same as a whisper, the gentle hush of a library, or the sound of a breeze through leaves.
But if you’re curious to learn how a heat pump produces noise and how much noise it produces, read on.
Notes
1. Save £1,000 off the price of an Ideal heat pump
- Our Autumn sale of £1,000 off applies to 'Ideal' systems sold with deposits paid before 29/11/2024
- Offer is valid for enquires between 11/11/2024 and 24/11/2024
- The system must be installed by 30/04/2025, to be eligible for offer
2. Save an additional £1,514
- £1,150 - 7 years of free serving & warranty
- £164 - typical saving on Heat Pump & Power Tariff
- £200 - free electricity in December 2025
- A typical customer can save £164 per year versus the current single-rate price cap tariff. This is based on the following; Savings are based on a customer using Ofgem’s typical domestic consumption of 2,700 kWh electricity and with heating provided by an ASHP with COP of 3.1 providing equivalent heat to that from a 94% gas boiler using 11,500 kWh of gas.
- We're giving customers who install an Ideal heat pump free electricity for the whole of December 2025 which amounts to £200. This saving is based on a heat pump usage of 541 kWh, 23% off-peak consumption, 2,700 kWh Ofgem average annual electricity usage, average December usage 10.1% and based on Standard Variable tariff rates that apply from 1 October 2024 to 31 December 2024.
- As of October 2024, Ideal Heating is offering seven years of free servicing, maintenance and warranty, worth £1,150. This is made up of the market value of 4 services (4 x £225 = £900) plus the market value of the extended warranty (£250).
- You must have agreed to purchase and paid a deposit by 31/12/2024 to be eligible for the Heat Pump & Power Tracker tariff
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