Your complete guide to air source heat pumps.

Interested in upgrading from your old boiler to a shiny new air source heat pump? Here, you’ll find everything you need to know about heat pumps - including what they are, how they work, and why they’re a great energy-efficient solution for your heating and hot water. You can also see how they could help save you money, reduce your carbon footprint, and why thousands in the UK are already making the switch.

How you can benefit and save with an air source heat pump.

Air source heat pumps (ASHPs) are the latest in home energy tech, taking warmth from the outside air, or ground, and using it to heat your home or provide your hot water.

Heat pumps are typically 3 to 4 times more efficient than older heating systems so they can reduce your carbon footprint and your heating costs.¹

Find out more including the different types available, if they’re right for you, what’s involved in installation, and how much you could save if you switch to an air source heat pump.

Heat pumps explained.

So how do you go about upgrading your boiler to a shiny new air source heat pump?

Here, we’ll take you through the simple steps to getting an ASHP with E.ON Next.

1. Quote.

2. Installation.

3. Configuration.

We’ll also outline the key considerations, advantages, and benefits of switching – and tell you everything else you’ll need to know. Let’s call it heat pumps explained.

Grants for heat pumps.

Did you know you could get a government grant to help make getting a heat pump more affordable?

Grants for heat pumps are easy and simple to apply for:

• The Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS): In England and Wales.

• The Home Energy Scotland grant: If you’re in Scotland.

• The Northern Ireland Sustainable Energy Programme: For Northern Island.

Find out if you’re eligible, how you can apply, and whether you could claim a £7,500 (BUS) grant for an air source heat pump for your home.²

How do heat pumps work?

Air source heat pumps might sound complicated but they’re actually quite simple.

They take air outside your home and extract the heat from it to heat your home and provide your hot water. The process is called ‘air pump heating’ and the cycle works like this:

• Absorb. The heat pump's outdoor unit soaks up heat from the air.

• Boost. The heat is "boosted" to make it even warmer.

• Transfer. This boosted warmth is sent to your home's heating system.

• Repeat. The cycle continues all year round (yes even in winter).

Learn more about how heat pumps work.

Heat pumps vs boilers, find the right solution for you.

Choosing the right energy tech for your home is important.

And comparing air source heat pumps and boilers can be tricky.

To help you make an informed choice, we’ve weighed up all the key factors you need to consider. Whether it’s reducing your heating costs, increasing energy efficiency, or lowering your carbon footprint – we can help find the right solution for you.

Ground source vs air source heat pumps.

Broadly speaking, there are two main types of heat pump.

• Air source heat pumps (ASHPs) harness natural energy from the air outside to heat your home and provide you with hot water.

• Ground source heat pumps (GSHPs) work in similar ways, harnessing natural energy from the ground.

To help you choose the right one for you, we’ve compared and explored their efficiency, installation costs, and suitability for different homes. Read more about ground source vs air source heat pumps.

Heat pump facts.

In this article we’ll deep dive into the world of air source heat pumps (ASHPs), and see how this amazing tech can be a game changer for you.

We’ll give you the truth about ASHP’s energy efficiency, cost-saving potential, and environmental benefits – plus, dispel any myths or misconceptions you may have.

Ready to find out more? Let’s separate heat pump fact from heat pump fiction.

Heat pump heating costs.

Getting an air source heat pump (ASHP) is a sizeable investment.

So it’s worth knowing all about heat pump heating and running costs. Here, we look at how much you could save in a month or year when compared to a traditional gas boiler.

Heat pump’s running costs depend on:

• The size of your home.

• Your home's insulation.

• Your current energy prices.

• Your heating habits.

Only when you’ve weighed up your ASHP’s heating costs, running costs, and efficiency, can you make a truly informed decision about your home heating tech.

Heat pump efficiency.

Energy efficiency. Cost efficiency.

When it comes to air source heat pumps, it’s all about efficiency.

In this article, we look at how heat pump efficiency works, factors that impact heat pump performance, and see how they can help you get the most from your energy.

We’ll also give you some tips that can help you maximise energy savings and reduce carbon emissions in your home.

Learn more about Vaillant air source heat pumps.

Thinking about getting a shiny new air source heat pump?

Liking the idea of a more energy-efficient solution for your heating and hot water?

One that could save you money and reduce your carbon footprint?

Then look no further than the Vaillant Arotherm Plus, a state-of-the-art air source heat pump:

• Easy to use. Simple to install and maintain.

• High-performance heat. Heats your home more effectively.

• Eco-warrior. Uses a natural, eco-friendly refrigerant R290.

• Range of sizes. Output sizes to fit every home.

• Affordable. Costs from £7,000, including installation.

• Efficiency savings. Optimises energy use.

• Team player. Pairs with the Vaillant hot water cylinder.

• Quiet as a whisper. Operates quietly.

• App control. Adjust settings, monitor your energy usage.

• Made in the UK. Made in Belper, Derbyshire.

Remember to check to see if you could be eligible for a government grant to help make getting a heat pump even more affordable? Learn more about Vaillant air source heat pumps.

Get a quote

Heat pump installations.

Getting your heat pump installed is easy. We take care of pre-installation, installation day, and post-installation checks. All of our installations are carried out by MCS-accredited installers.

Our hassle-free installation process:

• Get an indicative price online.

• Book a call with one of our heating experts.

• Onsite survey.

• Receive your quote.

• Expert installation and demonstration.

Learn more about our heat pump installation process.

How much do heat pumps cost?

Ready to upgrade to a cost saving, more efficient, eco-friendlier heating system?

Here, you can learn how much heat pumps cost, including installation, running expenses, and potential savings.

We’ll show how you could manage the cost of your air source heat pump (ASHP) with our range of flexible payment options plus any available government grants.

Renewable Heat Incentives.

E.ON Next customers with air source heat pumps can learn about the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI), a UK government scheme that offered payments for using eco-friendly heating.

Even though the RHI scheme closed in March 2022, you might still be eligible for payments if your heat pump was installed before the deadline.

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