Air Source Heat Pump or Gas Boiler
A heat pump moves heat from outside air at low flow temperatures; a gas boiler burns fuel to produce heat at higher temperatures instantly.
A heat pump moves heat from outside air at low flow temperatures; a gas boiler burns fuel to produce heat at higher temperatures instantly. Which suits a house depends heavily on its fabric and existing emitters, not just preference.
The case for staying with gas
A well-performing existing boiler, radiators sized for higher flow temperatures, and no appetite for outdoor unit siting or emitter upgrades all favour keeping gas for now.
The case for a heat pump
A reasonably well-insulated home, space for an outdoor unit and a suitable cylinder, and a household planning to move away from gas over time.
Which wins when
The deciding factor is a proper room-by-room heat loss calculation, not the appliance itself. Some houses need real fabric or emitter work before a heat pump performs comfortably.
Get an honest heat pump suitability check
Ask us for a heat loss assessment before deciding — the answer depends on the building, not a general preference for one technology.
Questions we get asked
Will a heat pump work in an older, less insulated house?
It can, but usually only after upsizing some emitters or improving fabric first — we'll say plainly if that makes it a poor fit as things stand.
Is a hybrid system an option?
Yes, running a heat pump alongside a boiler for the coldest periods is possible and suits some homes better than either appliance alone.
Is finance available for either option?
Finance is available on boiler installations at 7.9% APR, subject to status; heat pump finance options should be confirmed at quotation stage.