Heat pumps are the most efficient source of heating available on the market today, whether or not it is the more favoured Air to air or the recently introduced air to water. Heat pumps require an outdoor space where a unit can be installed, either on a wall or on the ground. The unit needs plenty of surrounding space in order to get a good flow or air.
In order for the heating system to be as effective as possible, your home needs to be well insulated and draught proofed.
This system will pay for itself far quicker it it’s replacing oil, direct electrical heating or coal, these can of course have the advantage of COOLING too.
If so, combining the heat pump installation with other building work can reduce the overall cost of installing the system, think about solar PV, which can therefore provide FREE heating and cooling during daylight hours.