Your Guide to the Cost of
Air Source Heat Pumps
We take a look at the cost of air source heat pumps at a time when more people than ever are looking for alternative energy solutions. Air source heat pumps can play a significant part because they’re more efficient than existing fossil fuel-based systems.
Air source heat pumps deliver energy-efficient heating and hot water for homes and workplaces while producing no carbon emissions at source.
The technology is versatile too and can be modified to suit a wide variety of property types and sizes.
Factors Influencing the Cost of Air Source Heat Pumps
Capacity
Brand
Efficiency rating
Installation intricacies
The Cost of Installing Different Kinds of Air Source Heat Pumps
Air source heat pumps are typically much cheaper than ground source heat pumps, mainly due to lower upfront and installation costs. Most notably, they require little or no groundwork, which makes them quicker and easier to install than a ground source heat pump whose pipes need to be buried underground.
The price of an air source heat pump tends to vary, but the actual cost is dependent on factors such as brand, size, installation complexities and government grants (such as the Boiler Upgrade Scheme).
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Running Costs and Efficiency
Air source heat pumps offer a cost-effective alternative to traditional heating systems, although it's important to consider a number of influencing factors: property size, electricity prices, system maintenance and temperature variations, etc.
Environmental Benefits and Potential Savings
Air source heat pumps are far more eco-friendly than traditional heating systems (which rely on fossil fuels) because they use renewable energy from the air, hence the name. Moreover, air source heat pumps are more energy-efficient than conventional boilers.
Costs Compared to Other Heating Systems
While the initial upfront cost of installation of an air source heat pump tends to be higher than that of a regular heating system, there’s always the opportunity to take advantage of government grants and incentives.
Government Incentives and Grants
If you’re thinking about installing an air source heat pump, be sure to apply for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, which contributes £7,500 towards the cost – why not check your eligibility now?
Choosing the Right Air Source Heat Pump
If you want to reduce your carbon footprint and enjoy great home-heating efficiency, an air source heat pump is a fine solution – but which one should you choose? There are plenty of options and deciding which one to go with is easier said than done. Happily, Solaris Energy is here to help make the decision-making process simpler. Indeed, we can provide you with an estimated quote based on the characteristics of your property.
Site assessment
Localised climate conditions
Another thing to consider is the kind of climate typically experienced in your location. While the British weather is quite changeable, it’s mild compared to other parts of the northern hemisphere. Even within the UK, it’s possible to experience quite diverse temperatures. For instance, more southerly parts of England are apt to be warmer than, say, northern Scotland.
Incidentally, did you know that Norway has more heat pumps per capita installed than anywhere else in the world? Since Norway is, on average, 6.95°C colder than the UK, it’s clear that air source heat pumps are more than up to the challenge of heating UK homes.
