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Heat pumps are an efficient low-carbon way to heat your home. This hub explains UK funding routes and helps you check what support may be worth exploring.
In England and Wales, the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) may contribute towards installing an air or ground source heat pump. Scotland has its own grant and loan via Home Energy Scotland.
BUS may offer a contribution towards an air source or ground source heat pump for owner-occupiers, small non-domestic properties and private landlords in England and Wales. Application is made via an MCS-certified installer.
Air source units extract heat from outside air and are usually the most accessible option. They suit a wide range of property types where outdoor space allows for an external unit.
Ground source systems use buried loops or boreholes and tend to be more efficient over the year. Installation costs are higher and the property usually needs sufficient land.
A good heat pump install depends on insulation, radiator sizing, hot water storage and electrical capacity. An installer survey will confirm suitability.
Use the heat pump grant checker to see what may be worth checking for your home and area.
Not always. Property type, insulation level and outdoor space all affect suitability. An MCS-certified installer survey is recommended.
Costs vary by system size, property and installer. After grant contributions, many households see a net cost similar to or above a high-end boiler replacement.
In a well-insulated home with a properly sized system, running costs can be similar to or lower than a gas boiler. Poor design or low insulation tends to increase running costs.
Often yes. Heat pumps run at lower flow temperatures, so larger radiators or underfloor heating may be needed for comfort and efficiency.
Modern outdoor units are typically quiet at normal operation. Installers must follow MCS planning noise guidance for placement.
Use the free energy grant checker to see possible support routes worth checking for your home.
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