Air Source Heat Pump Installation in Shotton, Flintshire

The biggest question we get asked when we’re out in Shotton is, ‘Isn’t it expensive to install?’ A few years ago, it might have been, but the government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) has changed everything. Right now, you can get a 7,500 grant to help cover the cost of switching from a gas or oil boiler to an ASHP. We handle the paperwork and the application for you, so that massive chunk of money is simply knocked off your bill. It makes the transition to green energy more affordable than it’s ever been. Why keep pouring money into an old, inefficient boiler when the government is essentially handing you a significant deposit for a modern system? If you’re curious about whether your property qualifies, just give us a ring on 01925 597837 and we can chat through it.

We don’t just turn up and swap your boiler for a pump; there’s a bit of science involved to make sure you’re actually saving money. Before we even pick up a spanner, we carry out a detailed heat loss survey of your home. We’ll look at your insulation, your windows, and the size of your rooms to calculate exactly what size system you need. This ensures your pump runs at its maximum efficiency—what we call the SCOP (Seasonal Coefficient of Performance). Essentially, for every 1kW of electricity the pump uses, it can generate 3 or 4kW of heat. Most homeowners we speak to in Shotton are amazed at how much more consistent the temperature feels compared to the old ‘on-and-off’ cycle of a traditional gas boiler.

Changing your entire heating system sounds like a bit of a headache, doesn’t it? We get that. That’s why we manage the whole process from start to finish. From the initial DNO application—which is just us letting the power grid know about your new system—to the final commissioning, we’ve got it covered. Our team is Gas Safe registered (967977), so even though we’re experts in renewables, we have a deep understanding of traditional plumbing too. This is particularly handy when we’re retrofitting ASHPs into older Flintshire homes where we might need to upgrade a few radiators or install a high-pressure unvented hot water cylinder. We’re tidy, we’re punctual, and we treat your home like it’s our own.

A common myth we hear while working around Shotton and Deeside is that heat pumps stop working when the frost hits. It’s simply not true. Modern ASHP systems are designed to pull heat from the air even when temperatures drop as low as -15C. While they run at a ‘low-flow temperature’ compared to a scorching hot gas boiler, they provide a constant, gentle warmth that keeps your house comfortable all day long. No more waking up to a freezing house and waiting an hour for the radiators to kick in. Imagine stepping out of bed onto a floor that’s already warm because your system has been ticking over efficiently through the night. It’s a different way of heating, but once you’ve tried it, you won’t want to go back.