You may not know it, but there are government grants out there that can get you an air source heat pump for free. This article will go through the available grants and exactly how you can apply for them.
What are the grants for an air source heat pump?
The government backed grant that will see you receive an air source heat pump is known as the Energy Company Obligation (ECO4). You can find more information about ECO4 by clicking the button below.
What is an air source heat pump?
An air source heat pump is a form of low carbon, renewable, energy technology. It absorbs warmth from the air outside then uses it to supply heating and hot water to your property. Amazingly, they will still do this even at temperatures as low as -15*C!
They run completely off electricity, therefore they use less gas which saves you more money!
Why do you need one?
Heat pumps have many beneficial properties that can improve the overall energy efficiency of your home and other benefits such as:
- Saving on energy costs
- Positive environmental impacts
- Potential for other renewable energy sources like solar panels
- Minimal maintenance
- Compatibility with other heating sources such as hybrid heating systems
- Integration with existing radiators and underfloor heating
How much money could you save?
The running cost of an air source heat pump can come down to multiple factors.
These can include how the heat pump is controlled, your electricity tariff, and whether your radiators are the right size for the heat pump.
For the time being, it can cost slightly more to run a heat pump in comparison to traditional heating systems. Electricity is generally more expensive than gas, however, the prices can change over time and savings from a heat pump are expected to greatly improve.
Using the graph below, you can see the savings you could make based on an average-sized, three-bedroom, semi-detached property that has had all the required radiator upgrades.
Air Source Heat Pump with Energy Advice Helpline
You can apply for ECO4 instantly through Energy Advice Helpline by clicking the button below. You will be asked a few easy questions and your renewable energy journey can begin!
Air Source Heat Pumps Grants FAQs
Heat pumps are around 300% efficient meaning for every 1kWh of electricity used, it will generate 3 times as much heat. However, since the cost of electricity 3x that of gas, it still means that a heat pump will cost more to run at present.
Yes! You can get one through a government grant known as ECO4. If you qualify, you will get an air source heat pump for free!
They are likely to be cheaper to run than a gas boiler because of the greater efficiency, even though gas rates are lower than electricity rates. Moving from a gas boiler to an air source heat pump could potenetially save you £114 a year in gas standing charge. This is becuase you would no longer require a gas connection.
Optimise your heat pumps setting to maximise it’s efficiency. You should consult the manufacturers guidlenines to ensure the system operaters at it’s optimal perfromance. Never set the thermostat too high or too low – each degree increase of decrease can impact the consumption of energy.
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