Heat your home with an air source heat pump.
Whether you are a homeowner, self-builder or industry professional, you could save money on your utility bills by switching to a renewable energy system. Air source heat pumps are flexible and more cost-effective than traditional fossil fuel systems. They are perfect for homes with limited outside space and work with underfloor heating or radiators. By combining an air source heat pump with solar panels, you could reduce your energy costs and carbon footprint even further.
How air source heat pumps work.
Air source heat pumps extract heat from the air around us and if installed correctly can heat our homes when the outside temperature is as low as -15C. Working like a fridge, but in reverse, they do require some electric to produce heat, but for every unit of electric they use, they can produce up to 4.35 units of heat – so that’s up to 3.35 units of free heat for your home.
Advantages of air source heat pumps.
- Cheap – lowest capital cost of all renewable heat pumps.
- Efficient – heat your home and hot water with minimal wasted energy.
- Compact – minimal space needed for the outdoor unit.
- Green – no fossil fuels required.
- Low maintenance – a lifespan of over 20 years and very little maintenance.
- Compliance – meet building regulations and improve your SAP calculations.
- Control – power underfloor heating and gain ultimate control over home temperature.
Why South West Heat Pumps?
We only use quality air source heat pumps from leading European manufacturers with the highest recommendation from the Austrian Institute of Technology. Since they are built with top quality components we expect our heating systems to last for a minimum of 20 years – with very little maintenance.
Frequently asked questions.
How often do I need to service my air source heat pump?
We recommend that you service your heat pump once a year with a professional installer.
Do air source heat pumps come with a warranty?
Yes, our air source heat pump installations come with a two-year workmanship warranty and the heat pump has a minimum of a five year parts warranty.
Do you offer service contracts?
Yes, we offer an annual service contract which provides our customers with an annual health check on their heat pump and priority call out service in the event of a breakdown. Contact us for a more detailed breakdown of the different service levels.
Will I need to replace my radiators?
Not necessarily. An air source heat pump may work with your current radiators – depending on their size. We can measure your radiators during a site survey.
Do I need a new electric supply to power an air source heat pump?
No, we can utilise your existing 240v supply.
Get an instant online estimate.
If you would like to know how air source heat pumps work, decide if they are a good fit for your project, or arrange an on-site survey then you are in the right place. The first step is to use our online estimator which will show you the installation costs and the annual running costs. You will need an up to date Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) for an estimate to be produced as we need to understand the annual kW used for your heating and hot water. If you do not have an EPC then we can recommend a professional please email [email protected]. If your project is a new build then please call us direct on 01271 850040. Once you have received your online estimate and if you still wish to proceed, simply call us on 01271 850040 and one of our Design Consultants will be happy to answer any questions you may have, advise you on radiators, underfloor heating and arrange for an on-site survey to be carried out to provide you with an accurate bespoke quote for your approval ahead of installation.
