by Jacob Whitmore | Apr 12, 2026 | Energy, Heat Pumps
Heat pumps are brilliant technology, but they’re not a plug-and-play replacement for your gas boiler. Getting the installation right makes the difference between slashing your bills and ending up with a cold, expensive mistake. Here are the 7 things every UK homeowner...
by Jacob Whitmore | Apr 12, 2026 | Energy, Heat Pumps
Last reviewed 8 September 2026. Running costs use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026: electricity 26.32p per kWh, gas 7.97p per kWh.The short versionAt the October 2026 price cap, electricity costs about 3.3 times as much as gas per unit. A gas...
by Jacob Whitmore | Apr 12, 2026 | Energy, Heat Pumps
Air source heat pumps are the UK’s fastest-growing home heating technology, and for good reason – they slash carbon emissions, work in our climate, and qualify for a £7,500 government grant. But which models deliver the best performance, reliability, and value?...
by Jacob Whitmore | Apr 9, 2026 | Heat Pumps
Not all homes are suitable for heat pumps without upgrades. Use this checklist to assess your property.Insulation RequirementsIdeal: EPC rating C or better (Energy Performance Certificate)Acceptable: EPC D (with some works)Problematic: EPC E or belowPoor insulation...
by Jacob Whitmore | Apr 9, 2026 | Heat Pumps
The short version A heat pump’s running cost is set by its efficiency and the price you pay per unit of electricity, not by the technology alone. A good system delivers roughly three to four units of heat per unit of electricity, which is how it competes with...
by Jacob Whitmore | Apr 9, 2026 | Heat Pumps
The short version Air source heat pumps are cheaper and simpler to install and suit most homes; ground source costs far more but runs more efficiently. Ground source needs space for ground loops or a borehole, which rules it out for many properties. The Boiler Upgrade...
