Air Source Heat Pump Installation in Stalybridge, Tameside

One of the most common things people ask us is, "Aren't heat pumps expensive to install?" In the past, the upfront cost was a bit of a hurdle, but the government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) has changed the game completely. Right now, you can get a £7,500 grant to help cover the cost of replacing your old boiler with an air source heat pump. We handle the paperwork and the application for you, so the discount is applied directly to your quote. It’s a massive leg-up that makes renewable energy accessible for most households in the North West. Why pay full price for an old-fashioned system when you can get a huge chunk of a modern one paid for?

You might have heard terms like SCOP or COP thrown around by heating engineers. In plain English, this just describes how much heat you get for every unit of electricity you pay for. While a brand-new gas boiler might be 90% efficient, an ASHP can operate at 300% or 400% efficiency. Imagine putting £1 into a machine and getting £4 worth of heat back—that’s the power of a well-installed heat pump. Because they run at a 'low-flow temperature,' they provide a steady, consistent warmth throughout your house rather than the 'on-and-off' blast of heat you get from old radiators. It’s a much more comfortable way to live, especially during those damp, chilly Tameside winters.

We don’t believe in guesswork. Every home in Stalybridge is different, from Victorian terraces to modern builds. That’s why we start every project with a detailed Heat Loss Survey. We’ll look at your insulation, your window types, and the size of your rooms to calculate exactly what size unit you need. If a system is too small, it’ll struggle; if it’s too big, it’ll waste energy. We also take care of the DNO application, which is just a fancy way of saying we talk to the local power grid to make sure everything is safe and ready for your new system. From the first measurement to the final bolt, we’ve got it covered.

A big worry for many homeowners is whether a heat pump can actually handle a proper British winter. It's a fair question! The truth is, these systems are designed to extract warmth from the air even when it’s as cold as -15°C outside. Think about how your fridge stays cold inside while the back of it feels warm—a heat pump just does that in reverse. Modern units are also incredibly quiet; you’ll probably find your neighbour’s old boiler flue makes more noise than your new ASHP. If you’re worried about space, don’t be. Most monobloc systems sit neatly outside your home, taking up about as much room as a couple of suitcases.