A heat pump should not make more than a low whirring sound. Our air source heat pumps noise level is 34 dB - but since humans are notoriously bad at judging exact noise levels, it's often more useful to compare the noise the system could make against other everyday noises. For example, breathing is around 10 dB, bird calls can reach up to 40 dB, a general conversation at home could be around 50 dB, and a vacuum cleaner sits at the higher end with 70 dB.

For those who currently have an oil-fired boiler, it is likely you will find that the heat pump is in fact quieter than your existing system as oil boilers are renowned for being rather noisy.

Our air source heat pump solutions are suitable for most homes, and our dedicated survey and design teams will be able to find the best option for your property. 

An air source heat pump offers a range of benefits: 

• Reduced carbon footprint - a heat pump is much more efficient than a traditional boiler, requiring less energy to heat your home. As a result, switching to an air source heat pump immediately reduces your carbon footprint as instead of using fossil fuels you are using the electricity grid. In 2019 the grid was over 36% renewable, and this should continue to improve.  

• Smart energy control - the system is set up so you can control your heating remotely through your phone and the setup is optimised to meet your heating needs as efficiently as possible.  

• Lower fuel bills – customers currently using oil or LPG are most likely to make fuel savings, while those off the grid will see a reduction in fuel deliveries too*. 

• Comfort - Reviewing your heating system allows you to address any issues you may currently be experiencing and make adjustments to ensure you are comfortable in your home. 

Furthermore, a heat pump can typically last 15-20 years when properly maintained.   

 *Depending on system design and usage 

¹Depending on how you use your heat pump, the design of your system and the features of your home. 

²Based on reducing your heating carbon footprint by switching from gas as the main fuel source to electricity, and, assuming a heat pump seasonal coefficient of performance (SCOP) of 3.65. Carbon factor data provided by the UK Government and based on data from 2020. 

³Source: Energy Saving Trust

⁴If you sign up to the Ofgem Renewable Heat Incentive scheme with us as your Registered Investor, we can give you a discount in exchange for income we receive from Ofgem under the scheme. Eligibility and other conditions apply.