Most comparisons of heat pump vs gas boiler running costs stop at the annual bill, which is only one line of the ten-year cost. The bill depends on your electricity and gas rates and on how efficiently the heat pump runs in your house. The install price, the grant, servicing and repairs then decide how … Read more
Most new-build plots end up with an air source heat pump. It costs less to install, needs no groundworks, and fits on any plot where the outdoor unit can sit a sensible distance from the neighbours. Ground source is the better choice on a smaller number of sites, and you can only tell which kind … Read more
This page contains an affiliate link. If you request a quote through it, Heat Source Hub may earn a commission at no cost to you. How affiliate links work on this site. Since 28 April 2026, the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) has offered £2,500 towards an air-to-air heat pump in England and Wales. For anyone … Read more
This page contains affiliate links. If you get a quote through them, I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. How this site earns money. Introduction Once you have decided a heat pump is right for your home, the next big decision is who installs it. That choice matters more than most … Read more
Rates and tariff details in this guide are illustrative and verified as of August 2026. Tariff structures and rates change frequently; always confirm current pricing directly with the supplier before switching. A heat pump is only as cheap to run as the electricity that powers it. It’s an efficient technology by design, but stick it … Read more
