Air Source Heat Pump Installation in Standish, Wigan

Most homeowners we speak to in Standish are surprised to learn just how much help is available. Through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS), the government is currently offering a £7,500 grant to help cover the cost of switching to a heat pump. This isn't a loan you have to pay back; it’s a direct voucher that significantly lowers the initial investment. Because we’re experts in the Wigan renewable heating market, we’ll guide you through the entire application process. Imagine replacing that clunky old boiler with a modern system while the government picks up a huge chunk of the tab. It really is a bit of a no-brainer for those looking to future-proof their property.

You might be wondering how a box outside can possibly heat your radiators when it’s freezing cold in the middle of a Lancashire winter. Think of it like a fridge working in reverse. It takes the latent heat from the outside air—even when it's below zero—and compresses it to create a high temperature for your heating and hot water. We often talk about the Seasonal Coefficient of Performance (SCOP). In plain English, this just means that for every 1kW of electricity the pump uses, you can get 3 to 4kW of heat back. That’s an efficiency level a gas boiler simply can’t touch. It’s about being smarter with your energy, not just using more of it.

Changing your heating system can feel like a big job, but we make sure it’s a seamless transition. Before we even pick up a spanner, we carry out a detailed Heat Loss Survey of your Standish home. This ensures we size your heat pump perfectly so it's not working harder than it needs to. We also take care of the DNO application—that’s just the bit where we let the local power grid know about your new system. From the first assessment to the final check of your mains-pressure hot water, our team manages every detail. We’re Gas Safe registered (967977) and fully insured, so you know your home is in safe hands from start to finish.

One of the first questions we get asked over a cuppa is, "Isn't it going to be noisy?" Modern ASHP units are incredibly quiet; you’ll often find they’re no louder than a low hum or a gentle fan. Another common worry is whether they can cope when the Wigan frost sets in. These systems are used extensively in Scandinavia, where it gets much colder than Standish! By running at a lower flow temperature for longer periods, they maintain a steady, cosy environment rather than the ‘on-off’ heat spikes you get with old radiators. It’s a much more consistent way to live, and it’s better for your house too.