What are the benefits of a ground source heat pump installation?
Ground source heat pumps (GSHPs) offer an efficient and sustainable solution for heating your home and providing hot water, utilising the Earth’s stable underground temperatures. Key benefits include:
- Energy Efficiency and Cost Savings: Ground source heat pumps require less energy, leading to significant utility bill savings over time. Despite higher initial costs, their energy efficiency and system longevity offer substantial long-term savings.
- Environmental Friendliness: By using the Earth’s temperature, GSHPs reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower greenhouse gas emissions, making them an eco-friendly option.
- Comfort and Consistency: GSHPs provide even heating of your property, ensuring a comfortable indoor environment without hot or cold spots.
- Durability and Low Maintenance: With fewer moving parts and protection from the elements, ground source heat pumps are durable and require minimal maintenance, with indoor components typically lasting 25 years and ground loops over 50 years.
- Increased Property Value: The sustainability and efficiency of GSHPs can enhance property value, appealing to buyers interested in green building features.
In summary, ground source heat pumps installations blend energy savings, environmental benefits, consistent comfort, durability, and potential for increased property value, making them an attractive choice for sustainable heating solutions.
How does a ground source heat pump work?
A ground source heat pump operates by leveraging the stable temperatures found beneath the surface of the ground to efficiently heat buildings. Here’s a simplified explanation of its heating operation:
Ground Source Heat Pump – Case Study
Our Ground Source Heat Pump installation saved over 50,000 KG of CO2 for a customer in Hampshire. Read more.
Why choose Infinity Energy Services as your ground source heat pump installer?
We have been designing and installing renewable energy systems since 2011. We have fantastic references and represent a safe pair of hands for your ground source heat pump installation.
- Accredited by MCS for ground source heat pump installations
- Official partner of GSHP specialist manufacturer, Kensa
- Installing energy systems since 2011
- We have our own in-house teams – no sub contractors
- Multi-award-winning company
- 1,000s of satisfied customers
- Excellent ratings on Trustpilot, Google Reviews & Checkatrade
- Branches near Southampton and Bath, covering the South-East and South-West
We can install fully accredited ground source heat pump systems of any size.
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Should I get a ground loop or a borehole heat pump system?
Deciding between a ground loop and a borehole heat pump system for a ground source heat pump installation largely depends on factors such as your property’s size, soil composition, budget, and heating requirements. Here’s a comparison:
Making Your Decision
- Assessment: Conduct a detailed assessment of your property, considering space, soil conditions, and climate, to determine which system is more efficient and cost-effective for heating.
- Professional Consultation: Engaging with one of our GSHP professionals can provide insights into the most suitable option based on your heating needs and property characteristics.
- Regulations and Incentives: Investigate local regulations and potential incentives for GSHP installations, as these can influence your choice.
The decision between a ground loop and a borehole system should be based on evaluating your specific situation and heating objectives. Both options offer GSHP benefits such as high efficiency, environmental friendliness, and lower heating costs, but their feasibility and efficiency will differ according to your property’s unique features.
How much is a ground source heat pump to install?
The cost of installing a ground source heat pump in the UK varies widely depending on several factors, including the size of the system, the type of ground loop (horizontal or vertical), the soil composition, and the overall complexity of the installation. Here’s a rough guide to the costs:
- Initial Costs: The installation cost of a GSHP system starts at about £20,000 for smaller residential systems. For larger homes or properties needing more substantial heating capacities, the cost will rise accordingly. Our proposal costs are all-inclusive: the cost of the heat pump unit itself, the ground loop, all accessories, and installation labour.
- Borehole Drilling Costs: If a vertical borehole system is chosen due to space constraints or soil conditions, the drilling can significantly increase costs. Drilling a borehole generally costs between £65 and £90 per linear metre, and a typical home might require boreholes drilled to depths of 100 metres or more, which does add significantly to the overall cost.
- Operating Costs: While the upfront costs are high, it’s important to consider the operating costs. GSHPs are highly efficient and can lead to significant savings on heating bills over time. The precise savings will depend on the previous heating system replaced and the property’s insulation quality.
- Incentives: The UK government has offered various incentives to encourage the adoption of renewable energy sources, including heat pumps. At the moment, a grant of £7,500 is available via the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS). Contact us for further details and to check eligibility.
What’s the difference between a ground source and an air source heat pump?
Ground source heat pumps (GSHPs) and air source heat pumps (ASHPs) both provide efficient heating solutions, but they differ in their operation, efficiency, installation requirements, and costs, focusing primarily on heating. Here’s a comparison:
When considering a heating system, the choice between a ground source and an air source heat pump depends on factors such as budget, property characteristics, and climate.
GSHPs are more efficient and have lower operating costs but come with higher initial costs and space requirements.
ASHPs are easier to install and less expensive upfront but might be less efficient in very cold climates.
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We install ground source heat pumps in properties across the south from our Bath and Southampton offices and cover Wiltshire, Hampshire and surrounding counties including towns and cities like Bristol, Warminster, Winchester, Chippenham, Basingstoke, Portsmouth, Andover, Salisbury, Fareham, Trowbridge, Eastleigh, Swindon and Alton.
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The Government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS)
Secure the £7,500 heat pump grant now
The government increased the Heat Pump grant from £5,000 to £7,500 on 23 September 2023 – get it before they take it away.
Designed to encourage the uptake of renewable heating systems, the Boiler Upgrade Scheme is available for 3 years from Spring 2022 until 2025.
- A massive £7,500 off the cost of your heat pump, courtesy of the government Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS)
- Replace your gas, oil or LPG boiler and avoid rising fossil fuel costs
As an MCS Certified Installer, we can advise you on eligibility AND we will apply for the Grant on your behalf. The full claim is deducted upfront from the cost, so you don’t have to wait for payment.
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