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Air source
heat pumps
Ready to revolutionise your home's heating? Air source heat pumps are one of the most efficient heating systems on the market, and now you can upgrade to one with a Tandem Home Improvement Loan through British Gas.
What are air source heat pumps?
Air source heat pumps are clever devices installed outside your home that extract heat from the air and use it to provide heating and hot water. They offer an efficient and sustainable way to keep your home warm while helping reduce your carbon footprint and your energy bills.
How do air source heat pumps work?
Air source heat pumps absorb heat from the outside air using a refrigerant fluid. This heat is then compressed to increase its temperature and transferred to your home's heating system via radiators, underfloor heating, or hot water cylinders.
Fun fact: They keep generating heat, even when it's as chilly -15°C outside!
Benefits of air source
heat pumps
Increased heating efficiency
Over 3 times more efficient than traditional boilers, requiring less energy to heat your home.
Lower energy bills
Because of their high efficiency, if your home is well insulated, they can cost a lot less to run.
Lower carbon emissions
By running solely on electricity, they result in lower carbon emissions compared to traditional gas boilers.
Long lifespan
You can expect a heat pump to last for 20+ years – longer than the average lifespan of a gas boiler.
Government grant
Homeowners in England, Wales and Scotland can claim a £7,500 grant when upgrading to a heat pump.
Finance options
Offset upfront costs with a Tandem Home Improvement Loan, spreading payments over manageable monthly instalments.
Types of air source heat pumps
There are two main types of air source heat pumps:
air-to-water and air-to-air systems.
COSTS
How much does a heat pump cost?
The cost of installing an air source heat pump varies depending on factors such as the size of your property and the type of heat pump selected.
Installation cost
With British Gas, costs start from £499 with a £7,500 government grant from the Boiler Upgrade Scheme.
Boiler Upgrade Scheme
Finance options
You may also be eligible for a Tandem Home Improvement Loan o help spread the upfront cost over manageable monthly instalments.
Home Improvement Loan
Running costs
British Gas have built a simple running cost calculator. Answers a few questions about your home to get an estimate.
Get an estimate
INSTALLATION
Simple steps to air source heating
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