WHAT IS A HEAT PUMP?
26% of the UK carbon emissions come from homes. 14% of those are from heating and powering them. We can reduce these emissions by adopting low-carbon heating systems, such as heat pumps.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
- Reduced bills when combined with solar and battery
- Cuts our carbon emissions
- Future proofs our homes
- Improve air quality inside our homes
- Consistent air temperature rather than the spikes and dips of a gas boiler
- Combined with other measures e.g solar, battery & insulation – we can be less dependent on the grid
THE POSSIBILITIES WITH HEAT PUMPS
Watch some real life examples of how people have installed pumps, with Kevin McCloud. Visit a heat pump
What are the next steps?
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Costs and grants
Considers property type, the saving a heat pump can offer, the grants available and how to apply, plus the cost of installation
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Planning
Consider which type of heat pump, any home upgrades required, and planning regulations to adhere to
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Install
Finding and choosing an installer, and what to expect from the installation process