Fitting a heat pump
The survey, where the unit can go, the hot water cylinder, the electrics — and how to tell a good install from a bad one before you pay for it.
What happens during a heat pump survey?
A good heat pump survey measures your home room by room and calculates how much heat it loses on a cold day. The installer then uses that figure…
Read the answer →02Where can a heat pump go?
An outdoor heat pump can usually go in several places around a home, but the location must work technically and comply with planning and noise…
Read the answer →03Do you need a new hot water cylinder for a heat pump?
Not always. Some existing hot-water cylinders can work with a heat pump, although a cylinder designed for heat pumps may transfer heat more…
Read the answer →04Does a heat pump need an electrical upgrade?
Sometimes, but not always. Your installer should calculate the home’s maximum electrical demand and check the main fuse, consumer unit and other…
Read the answer →05How to spot a bad heat pump installation
Look for poor drainage, missing pipe insulation, badly supported pipework, very hot exposed pipes, an immersion heater left running, incorrect…
Read the answer →06How do I choose a heat pump installer?
Choose an installer who starts with measurements, not a sales pitch. For Boiler Upgrade Scheme work in England and Wales, the installer must be…
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