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From £500? How to read heat pump adverts before getting a quote

Learn what ‘from’ prices, savings figures and grant claims really show before you request a heat pump quote.

Giles Crosse, Clearwise Energy Editor
Giles Crosse

Air source vs ground source heat pumps: which suits your home?

Compare installation costs, space, efficiency, disruption and 2026 support before deciding which heat pump may suit.

Giles Crosse, Clearwise Energy Editor
Giles Crosse

Air-to-air vs air-to-water heat pumps: what works for your home?

Compare heating, hot water, cooling, installation, costs and grants before deciding which heat pump may suit your home.

Giles Crosse, Clearwise Energy Editor
Giles Crosse

Heat pump or gas boiler when your boiler fails: what to choose

Compare cost, timing, home changes and grants before choosing a heat pump or replacement gas boiler for your home.

Giles Crosse, Clearwise Energy Editor
Giles Crosse

Full heat pump vs hybrid system: which is better for your home?

Compare full and hybrid heat-pump systems, including comfort, controls, carbon, costs and current grant rules.

Giles Crosse, Clearwise Energy Editor
Giles Crosse

Heat pump, solar panels and battery: smart system or overkill?

Solar can cut a heat pump’s grid use, but a battery adds value only with the right home, tariff and usage pattern.

Giles Crosse, Clearwise Energy Editor
Giles Crosse

Heat pump VAT changes from April 2027: what you need to know

Qualifying heat-pump installations are zero-rated to 31 March 2027. Here is what the scheduled 5% VAT rate could mean.

Giles Crosse, Clearwise Energy Editor
Giles Crosse

Can a heat pump work well in an old, solid-wall or listed home?

Older homes can use heat pumps, but heat loss, radiator sizing, pipe routes and heritage consent shape the design.

Giles Crosse, Clearwise Energy Editor
Giles Crosse