In basic terms, a heat pump is a piece of technology that captures heat from outside and transfers it into your home. Although electricity is required to do this, the heat energy delivered to your home is much greater than the electrical energy used to power the system - making it an efficient means of producing heat.
Air-source heat pumps require electricity to run, but they are still a very efficient way of heating your home because the amount of heat they produce is considerably more than the amount of electricity they require to run.
The cost of installing an air-source heat pump can vary depending on a few factors. The cost may range from £8,000 to £14,000, however, you may be able to receive a discount of £7,500 via the Government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme.
Installing an air-source heat pump is a great way to lower your carbon footprint. How much you save will technically depend on what type of heating system you replace. But according to Energy Saving Trust, having an air-source heat pump should be cheaper to run than other types of fuel.