Lower running costs
High seasonal efficiency helps cut energy use versus older systems.
Air Source Heat Pumps
Efficient, low-carbon home heating
It’s time to change the way we heat our homes. With Builder Depot, switching to an air source heat pump has never been easier. If you’re looking for better energy efficiency with reduced carbon emissions, air source heating is the way forward.
We supply a range of air and ground source heat pumps alongside compatible hot water cylinders and control systems.
Worried about noise disturbance? The heat pumps we offer operate as quietly as 54dB to keep you comfortable.
With energy efficiency ratings of up to A+++, these pumps are extremely effective at reducing energy consumption and carbon footprints.
You can browse the different units we supply in our PDF catalogue linked on this page. Whether you’re building from scratch or having renovations, our plumbing and heating experts offer a bespoke personal service to help you choose the best option for your home. To get in contact with our team for information on available models and pricing, please fill out the form below.
Low-carbon heating
Cleaner operation today, improving as the UK grid decarbonises.
Built to last
With regular servicing, a quality system delivers comfort for years.
Financial support
Grants and incentives can reduce upfront costs.
FAQs
What is an air source heat pump?
Air source heat pumps are a new type of low-carbon heating and are an alternative choice to fossil fuel systems. The units are attached to the exterior of your building and pump heat into the property through radiators, underfloor heating or air vents. These pumps can either replace your traditional heating system or can be installed from scratch in newly built or refurbished properties.
How does an air source heat pump work?
Heating pumps use a refrigerant liquid to extract warmth from the air or ground outside and transfer it into heat. This is done through electric compressors by raising the temperature, turning it from a liquid into a hot gas. This hot air will either be moved through pipes to warm the water in your central heating system. Afterwards, the air cools down inside the pipes and turns back into a liquid state to be sent back to the heating pump and recycled. This repeats until your home reaches the desired temperature.
Air-to-water heating transfers warm air to wet central heating systems like radiators and underfloor heating. This method has excellent energy efficiency and runs quietly for less disruption. This type of air source heating is intended to replace existing gas, LPG and oil boilers.
How much are heat pumps?
Heat pumps often work out to be cheaper and more sustainable to run than fossil fuel systems because they produce more heat using less power. They also tend to last 5–10 years longer on average than traditional boilers, saving on replacement costs.
The air source heat pump grant, known as the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, is available to people in England and Wales who are replacing their fossil fuel heating systems with an air-to-water pump. The grant includes £7,500 for each property that will be installed with an air or ground source heat pump. This saves on purchasing and installation costs and makes switching to this system even more enticing.