A more comfortable house. Less reliance on fossil fuels. More control over the temperature inside.

Heat pumps are changing the way more of us heat our homes. But if you’re considering one, you probably have questions.

Will my house stay warm? Will I need new radiators? What will it cost? And is my home even suitable?

Ready to take the first step? Retrofit West can discuss your property and what’s best for you.

The biggest difference

A heat pump heats your home differently from a traditional boiler.

Instead of delivering short bursts of very hot water to your radiators, a well-designed heat pump generally runs for longer at a lower temperature. The result can be a steadier, more consistent warmth throughout the day, throughout the property.

Now that’s comfort.

“But can it actually keep my home warm?”

This is one of the most common questions people have.

The short answer is that heat pumps can heat a wide range of UK homes, from new builds all the way to 16th-century cottages and beyond. What matters is getting the system designed properly for the building – and the difference will be night and day.

That could mean checking heat loss room by room, looking at insulation and draughts, and working out whether any radiators need upgrading.

It’s also why good advice matters before you commit.

Heat pumps work differently. That’s a good thing.

A boiler often heats a home in noticeable peaks and troughs: heating on, heating off, rooms warming rapidly and then cooling again.

A heat pump is usually happiest maintaining a lower, steadier temperature for longer.

For some homeowners, that change is one of the biggest benefits. You may notice:

• More consistent temperatures across the day
• Fewer very hot and very cold periods
• Fewer cold spots around the house, depending on the system design
• A heating system that uses considerably less energy to produce the same amount of useful heat than a conventional boiler.

So, what about the cost?

Eligible homeowners in England and Wales can currently receive £7,500 towards an air-to-water heat pump through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme.

For some off-gas-grid properties replacing oil or LPG heating, the grant is currently £9,000 until 31 March 2027. Eligibility conditions apply.

Running costs depend on your home, the system design, your electricity tariff and the heating system you’re replacing. A heat pump should therefore be assessed for your individual circumstances rather than sold on the promise of a particular saving.

That’s one reason independent advice can be useful.

Could a heat pump work in your home?

You don’t need to become a heat-pump expert before asking for help.

Whether you’re replacing an ageing boiler, renovating, planning an extension or simply wondering how to make your home warmer and more sustainable, we can help you understand what to consider.

Tell us a little about your home and what you want to improve.

We’ll help you explore whether a heat pump could be suitable and what your next steps might look like.

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