Heat Pumps for Homeowners
Heat pumps can be installed in any existing home. However, changing your heating system can be expensive and disruptive. Considerations need to be made regarding the work that needs to be done to your property for a heat pump to effectively save you money on your annual utility bills. Also, one heat pump does not fit all requirements; you need to identify which type of heat pump will work best for you.
This is where PBT Renewables comes in. By speaking to one of our experienced installers and conducting a site visit for further investigation, we can assess your property and decipher whether a heat pump is right for you. Our team will look at your property’s insulation, types of windows, and underfloor heating/radiators as well as analyse the potential space and location for the heat pump and any potential disruptions caused by the installation. Our FAQs below cover these topics in more detail and contact us today to find out even more information.
Benefits of Heat Pumps for Homeowners
- Cost-Effective: Lower running costs mean you can save thousands per year compared with a fossil fuel boiler.
- Eco-Friendly: Lower energy consumption and no emissions means heat pumps are far better for the environment.
- Low Maintenance: An annual check-up and an inspection every 3-5 years in the only maintenance required.
- Long Lifespan: A good quality, correctly installed heat pump can last more than 25 years!
- Safe: A heat pump eliminates the need for gas, gas pipes and oil tanks.
- Multi-Functional: Many heat pumps can also provide cooling for your home in the hotter months
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a heat pump work in an older home?
Yes. Heat pumps work in older homes, including stone and period properties, when the system is designed properly. We start with a room-by-room heat loss survey, then size the heat pump, radiators and pipework to suit your home.
Will I need to replace all my radiators?
Not usually. Heat pumps run at lower water temperatures than a boiler, so some rooms may need a larger radiator to stay warm. Our heat loss survey shows exactly which rooms, if any, need an upgrade.
Should I insulate my home before installing a heat pump?
Better insulation means a smaller heat pump and lower running costs, but you don’t have to do everything first. We’ll tell you which improvements, such as loft insulation or draught-proofing, make the biggest difference for your home.
Where will the heat pump and hot water cylinder go?
An air source heat pump sits outside, usually close to the house where air can flow freely around it. You’ll also need a hot water cylinder indoors, often in an airing cupboard, utility room or garage. If you have a combi boiler now, we’ll help you find space for one.
Can I install a heat pump as part of a wider renovation?
Yes, and it’s a great time to do it. Building work is the ideal moment to add underfloor heating, upgrade pipework or plan for solar panels and a battery. We can design everything now and install it in stages if you prefer.
What grants are available?
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme gives £7,500 towards an air source or ground source heat pump in England and Wales, or £9,000 for off-gas-grid homes replacing an oil or LPG boiler. Heat pump installations also currently qualify for 0% VAT until 31 March 2027. As an MCS-certified installer, we make the grant application for you and the grant comes straight off your quote.
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