HeatPumpHeat Pump Guides
Everything you need to know about heat pumps in the UK — from costs and grants to installation, running costs, and living with a heat pump day-to-day. Independent and honest.
Costs & Grants
Understand what you'll pay and what help is available.
Heat Pump Costs 2026
Full installation price breakdown — air source, ground source, and what affects the price.
BUS Grant Guide
How to claim the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant. Eligibility, process, and timeline.
Running Costs
Annual running costs at every tariff — including when gas is still cheaper.
Comparisons
How heat pumps stack up against other heating systems.
Heat Pump vs Gas Boiler
Honest head-to-head — installation cost, running cost, lifespan, and total cost of ownership.
Heat Pump vs Oil Boiler
For off-gas-grid homes: why heat pumps nearly always win against oil.
Air Source vs Ground Source
ASHP vs GSHP — cost, efficiency, space requirements, and which suits your home.
Installation & Setup
What to do before, during, and after installation.
Insulate First
Why insulating before installing saves thousands — and which measures to prioritise.
Choosing an Installer
How to find MCS-certified installers, compare quotes, and avoid common pitfalls.
Heat Pump Radiators
Do you need to upgrade your radiators? What to expect and what it costs.
Underfloor Heating
Why underfloor heating is the perfect partner for a heat pump — and when it makes sense.
Performance & Practicalities
What living with a heat pump is actually like.
Heat Pump Noise
How loud are heat pumps? Decibel levels, planning rules, and neighbour considerations.
Planning Permission
Permitted development rights, conservation areas, and when you need to apply.
Heat Pump Hot Water
Hot water cylinders, legionella, flow rates — everything about hot water from a heat pump.
Heat Pump Myths
The most common misconceptions debunked with real data.
Heat Pump with Solar
How solar PV and batteries can slash your heat pump running costs by 30-50%.
Check Your Postcode
See personalised heat pump costs, savings, and BUS grant eligibility for your area.