Benefits Efficient - For each 1 kW of electricity, you get 3–4 kW of heat. Low‐carbon - Cuts emissions compared to gas or oil. Versatile - Heats your home and hot water. Some systems can cool too. Reliable - Works well even in cold climates. How they work The system pulls heat from the air. A compressor boosts this heat using a small amount of electricity. The heat passes into your home to warm rooms and hot water. The cycle repeats to keep your home at a steady temperature. Air Source Heat Pumps An Air Source Heat Pump takes heat from the air outside and uses it to heat your home. It works in winter, even in freezing conditions. It runs on electricity and produces far more heat than it uses. Heat pumps warm your home by pulling heat from the air or ground. They use less energy than a boiler. They cut carbon. They keep your home warm, even in cold weather.
Benefits Energy‐efficient - the heat pump handles the majority of heating. Reliable - the boiler ensures heat during extreme cold. Cost‐effective - reduces energy bills by using the best fuel at the right time. Eco‐friendly - cuts carbon emissions. How they work Heat pump (primary source) Works like a reverse air conditioner. Pulls heat from outdoor air, even when cold. Runs efficiently in most weather. Boiler (backup) Switches on when the temperature drops too low for the heat pump to run efficiently. Uses gas, oil, or electricity. Smart controls Sensors and thermostats decide when to switch between the heat pump and the boiler They check the temperature, running cost, and efficiency The system chooses the cheapest and most efficient option Hybrid Heat Pump Hybrid systems pair a heat pump with a boiler. The heat pump does most of the work. The boiler steps in only when needed.
Benefits Very efficient - produces 3–4 units of heat for every 1 unit of electricity. Low carbon - even lower when powered by renewable electricity. Low running costs - cheaper to run than gas or oil once installed. Long lifespan - ground loops can last more than 50 years. How they work A buried loop of pipes holds a water–antifreeze mix. The ground stays at a stable temperature all year. As liquid circulates through the loop, it absorbs natural heat from the earth. The warm liquid enters the heat pump. A compressor boosts the temperature. It works like a fridge, but in reverse. The system sends heat to radiators, underfloor heating, and hot water. Ground Source (GSHPs) A Ground Source Heat Pump (also called a geothermal heat pump) uses the steady warmth stored in the earth to heat your home.
Benefits Energy savings - recovers up to 90% of heat that would otherwise be lost Better air quality - provides a steady flow of filtered fresh air Humidity control - helps stop condensation, damp, and mould Comfort - maintains balanced temperatures and removes draughts. How they work Removes stale, moist air from kitchens, bathrooms, and utility rooms Pulls in fresh outdoor air at the same time Transfers heat from the outgoing air to the incoming fresh air without mixing the two Sends warm, filtered air to living spaces like bedrooms and living rooms Keeps your home comfortable, dry, and energy efficient Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) Brings fresh air into your home, removes stale air and recovers heat that would normally escape. This makes your home warm, efficient, and well‐ventilated. MVHR works best in modern, airtight homes.
Benefits Efficient - heats objects directly, so less energy is wasted heating the air Fast - provides almost instant warmth Silent - no fans or moving parts Clean - no emissions or combustion Comfortable - creates a natural, sun-like warmth. Infra-red Heaters Infra-red heating uses infra-red radiation to warm objects and people directly, rather than heating the air around them. Uses Homes and offices - wall or ceiling panels. Saunas - for their deep- penetrating heat. Outdoor patios.
Benefits How they work Solar panels capture sunlight using cells on their surface These cells turn sunlight into electricity The electricity is then used within your home Any extra electricity produced can be stored in home batteries or sent back to the grid. Solar PV Panels Solar panels take the sun’s light and turn it into electricity. It happens through a simple process called the photovoltaic effect.
