Air Source Heat Pumps – A Renewable Heating System
Get in touch with Green Deal Adviser Shirley Paterson to receive advice and discuss your installation requirements to install an Air Source Heat Pump in your property. The following are some questions we can help answer
- I need to replace my boiler, or do I?
- Is a boiler the best option these days?
- What alternative heating system options are there?
- Would a renewable heating system be suitable for my old house?
- How efficient is an air source heat pump in comparison to a condensing boiler?
- Is there any financial support available to help with changing a heating system?
Introduction to Air Source Heat Pumps
View this video clip…..
Benefits of Having an Air Source Heat Pump
- Typically at least 300% efficient, eg for 1kw of energy input, at least 3kws of heat output
- Heat pumps are an effective, energy efficient alternative to a traditional heating system
- Heat can be emitted through radiators, underfloor heating or blown air, or a mix of emitters
- Only require water and electrical connections – do not need ventilation or a flue
- Established, proven technology providing reliable and efficient space heating and hot water
- Economically viable – can reduce a home’s running costs for space and water heating
- Can be even more cost effective where there is a supply of renewably generated electricity
- A clean technology – hassle-free space heating – no CO₂ emissions – no loading of solid fuel
- Covered by Permitted Development legislation
- For a new build project, an air source heat pump can help obtain planning permission
- Generally very quiet in operation
- A lower vat rate of 5% is applicable for the installation of a low carbon technology system
- Virtually maintenance free – requires an annual service check to maintain warranty
- Typical warranty is 5 years
- Supported by government incentives – incentive incomes and interest-free loans
- Nice to get paid for 7 years for generating heat that you have used in your own home
- A technology which can help you to turn your energy bill around, reducing running costs
What To Consider When Investing in an Air Source Heat Pump
Stay with a traditional heating method or install an alternative form of heating
A renewable heating system is good for the environment, reducing carbon emissions
Can thermal efficiency be improved as recommended on your property’s EPC?
Can be retro-fitted to older properties, which have implemented EPC recommendations
Underfloor heating can further increase the efficiency of the heat pump
Choose a MSC Accredited Air Source Heat Pump and MCS Accredited Installer
If your property is a Listed Building or located in a Conservation Area, engage with Planning
How does an Air Source Heat Pump work?
An air source heat pump harvests free renewable energy, using energy absorbed from the outdoor air and upgrades this energy for use in heating a home efficiently, delivering heating and hot water, even when temperatures outside are below 0˚C.
An air source heat pump extracts ambient heat from the environment from the air using a fan. This thermal energy is raised to 50°C through a refrigerant cycle. This can provide your home with an efficient source of heat and hot water.
Weather compensating – designed to take account of the external air and individual room temperatures.
A heat pump automatically adjusts to maintain your desired room temperature.
Energy Monitoring – of the Electrical Energy the Heat Pump uses and the Heat it provides
Example – view this video clip…..
Financial Support for the Installation of an Air Heat Pump
Scotland Only: Home Energy Scotland Loan
– 100% = interest-free loan of up to £10,000
Pre-requisite is an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
UK-wide: Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive
7 years income – 28 quarterly payments –
tax-free & index linked
Pre-requisite is an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
- Is this property suitable?
- What financially would this mean?
- How can we establish all the facts to make an informed decision?
Book Now: An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) Survey
as a minimum
or alternatively a Green Deal Advice Report (GDAR)
Read about what’s involved and choose which report
is right for you.
We will determine and advise on which renewable technologies and energy-saving improvements would benefit your property……and your energy bills
The heat demand calculated in either of these reports is essential for calculating the potential Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) for an Air Source Heat Pump renewable heating system.
We would discuss with you the specific system design best suited for your unique property.
Considering all relevant facts about your home including details about each individual room, your household’s requirements for heating and hot water, your energy bill tariffs, the heat demand on your Energy Performance, and availability of any on-site generated supply of renewable electricity, we can provide you with good information on the cost of investing in an air source heat pump. This includes the specifics of the technology and the system design, expected running costs, incentive income, and your expected return on investment, and advise on available funding and how to apply…..in fact everything you will require to be in a position to make your informed decision…..we are here to guide you through the necessities of the processes involved in transitioning to renewable heating.
Further Information – Useful Links to Case Studies
Case Study – read more about Air Source Heat Pumps from one Manufacturer
Incentive Income – read up on the Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive Directly from Ofgem Website
Research – read more about Air Source Heat Pumps in general from the Energy Saving Trust in Scotland