How Much Does an Air Source Heat Pump Cost?
Air source heat pumps are an emerging technology gaining popularity for good reason: they use the air from outside to provide heating and hot water to your home, staying effective even in severe cold. This guide breaks down what they cost to install, what grants are available, and whether the investment is worth it.
What is an Air Source Heat Pump?
An air source heat pump uses the air from outside to provide heating and hot water to your home. The systems keep working at temperatures as low as -15 degrees Celsius while being just as cost-effective as gas boilers, and they produce a lower carbon footprint by running at efficiencies of between 300% and 500% depending on the system design.
How Much Do They Cost?
Installation costs depend on several variables, including home size, manufacturer, and installation labour. For a typical three-bedroom UK home, full system installation ranges from £14,000 to £16,500, while the broader market range spans £12,400 to £25,000.
Government Grants
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme provides a grant worth up to £7,500 for air source heat pump installations in England and Wales. To qualify you must own the property, be replacing an existing fossil fuel heating system, and hold a valid Energy Performance Certificate. New builds, social housing, and previous grant recipients are excluded.
Running Costs
Annual running costs vary based on usage patterns and home specifications. As a guide, a household consuming 11,500 kWh a year would spend approximately £938 in running costs.
Are Air Source Heat Pumps Worth the Cost?
The investment delivers several benefits: energy efficiency, reduced carbon emissions, the ability to run on renewable electricity, and long-term cost savings that build up over the life of the system.
Liverpool Heating and the Boiler Upgrade Scheme
Liverpool Heating can help you take advantage of the Boiler Upgrade Scheme and install an air source heat pump suited to your home. To discuss your options, get in touch on 0151 440 2000.
