No.  The sound pressure figures lie between the noise level of a domestic fridge and normal human conversation. Apart from the intrinsic quietness of the compressor and the fan in the heat pump, it is installed on two large sound-absorbing rubber feet that minimise any vibration. Usual installation positions produce no sound that can be heard within the property.

No, they are considered a ‘permitted development’ although a listed building or conservation area setting may need additional local council approval.

50 degrees. Often too hot to hold your hand under. More than enough for a full hot bath or shower.

Cost – Whilst the more affordable heat pump option, air source heat pumps are not yet produced on the same scale as gas or oil boilers, so they are more expensive to purchase.

Planning Permission – In some cases you may be required to apply for planning permission. This usually applies for listed buildings in AONB or National Parks.

Space – If you have a relatively small outdoor area, an air source heat pump could take up a proportion of this – it also needs to be installed at least 2 metres away from your neighbour’s boundary

Yes. Using a Solar PV array is a very effective way to support your heat pumps electricity usage.  We can also direct excess Solar PV straight into your immersion heater radically reducing your hot water bills.

Absolutely! A heat pump can provide you with all of your central heating and hot water needs. There are two circuits which are separated – a closed circuit for radiators/underfloor and a second circuit for hot water which is stored in a cylinder. This is usually unvented.

Yes, they can, providing that the insulation is being improved within the property, ideally as close to current build regulations as possible. This enables the air source heat pump to work more efficiently and will help keep your running costs low.

The Microgeneration Certification Scheme or MCS is often described as the renewables equivalent of Gas Safe. You will need your heat pump system to be MCS compliant if you wish to benefit from any government grant, like the Boiler Upgrade Scheme that is administered by OFGEM.

We would recommend positioning an air source heat pump in a location that minimises the pipe and cable runs from the heat pump into the property. You will also need to be mindful of its proximity to bedroom windows, the requirements of permitted development/planning permission, and sound assessment results. We take care of all of this as part of our air source heat pump design.

An air source heat pump is a low-carbon technology that extracts heat energy from the air, even when it is cold outside, and uses it to warm your home

Yes, air source heat pumps are an energy efficient heat source when designed to full MCS Standards.

Air source heat pumps perform exceptionally well, able to work at over 400% efficiency. Because they use a renewable, natural source of heat, they produce far fewer CO2 emissions than fossil fuel heaters. They also have comparatively low running costs.

Yes! Anyone replacing their gas or oil boiler with a low carbon heating system (such as heat pumps) can apply for a £5,000 grant from the government.

Compared to boilers, air source heat pumps are very safe. The refrigerant is completely sealed and kept outside the home, and there is no risk of carbon monoxide leaks. The worst you can expect is a breakdown or water leak.

Our air source heat pumps can work productively in temperatures as low as -25.