Efficient Home Heating With Air Source Heat Pumps

Blue Ape Renewables manages the grant application process for you. We handle the paperwork, complete the heat loss survey, and manage delivery and installation so you can access the Boiler Upgrade Scheme with less admin.

Grant approval is typically around four weeks, depending on application volumes and any extra checks. We keep you updated throughout the process.

Yes. We handle grant paperwork and core project documentation for your installation to keep the process straightforward.

Running costs depend on insulation, emitter setup, system design, and tariff. A correctly designed system can reduce heating costs compared with many traditional setups.

Yes. Time-of-use tariffs can reduce running costs when your controls are set up correctly. We will explain practical scheduling so your heat pump runs more during lower-rate periods where suitable.

If you switch fully from gas heating to an air source heat pump and no longer use gas, you may be able to remove your gas meter.

Recent UK averages put gas standing charges at around 35p per day (about £128 per year), depending on region and tariff.

As a practical guide, many homes see roughly £100-£150 per year in gas standing charges, so over 10 years that could be around £1,000-£1,500 in standing charges alone.

If gas is only used for cooking, the standing charge can be higher than the value of the gas you actually use.

Switching to electric cooking may allow full removal of the gas supply, which removes the standing charge entirely.

This can improve long-term savings, especially if you no longer need gas for heating or hot water.

Most domestic installations are completed in around 2 to 3 days, depending on system complexity and property requirements.

A heat loss survey calculates how much heat your home loses so the system can be sized correctly. It includes insulation checks, windows, property structure, and your heating and hot water demand.

We safely disconnect your old boiler. If required, we can remove it, or leave it with you if you prefer.

Some properties need minor alterations to optimise installation, for example an airing cupboard for a cylinder or a suitable base for the outdoor unit. We confirm this during survey and explain any required works before installation.

Maybe. Heat pumps run efficiently at lower flow temperatures, so some homes need radiator upgrades to maintain comfort. We assess this during design and only recommend what is needed.

In many cases, no. Most domestic installations are permitted development, but rules can vary by property type and location. We check this during planning.

Typical outdoor units need around 1 to 1.5m in height and about 0.5 to 1m in width, plus suitable clearance for airflow and service access. Final siting is confirmed during survey.

Yes. A battery can be installed without solar. It can charge overnight on lower-rate tariffs and discharge during higher-rate periods.

Yes. A battery can store lower-cost electricity and supply it at peak-rate times, which can improve efficiency and help reduce bills.

Heat pumps need light routine checks, such as keeping the outdoor unit clear, plus regular professional servicing to maintain performance and warranty conditions.

Yes. Practical improvements include optimising flow temperatures, using thermostats correctly, setting smart schedules, and improving insulation where possible.

An Air Source Heat Pump extracts heat from outside air, even in cold weather, to heat your home and hot water. It transfers heat into refrigerant, compresses it to increase temperature, and delivers that heat into your heating system. This process is highly efficient and can use less electricity than traditional electric heating.

Modern units are designed for quiet operation and are typically comparable to common household background sound levels. Correct siting is part of the design process to minimise impact.

Yes. Modern systems are designed to work efficiently in UK winter conditions and can continue operating at sub-zero outdoor temperatures when properly specified and installed.