GROUND SOURCE HEAT PUMPS
For sustainable, cosy homes
GROUND SOURCE HEAT PUMPS
For sustainable, cosy homes
Are heat pumps right for you?
Are you looking for a highly efficient, long-lasting heating system that can reduce your energy bills and carbon footprint? A ground source heat pump is an innovative solution that uses the stable, ambient warmth of the earth to heat your home and water year-round.
It’s an incredibly reliable and sustainable alternative to traditional boilers, providing constant warmth regardless of the weather above ground.
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Air Source Heat Pump explained
Ground source heat pumps get their energy from the ground.
They can heat water for taps, radiators and underfloor heating.
This method is more efficient but can be more expensive and needs suitable land near your house.
The Benefits
A ground source heat pump offers a range of powerful, long-term benefits for your home and finances.
✔ Exceptional Energy Efficiency: The temperature underground remains consistently warmer than the air, allowing GSHPs to operate with a higher efficiency than other systems.
✔ Government Grants Available: Like with air source heat pumps, you may be eligible for a government grant to help with the installation costs.
✔ Reduced Carbon Emissions: By tapping into a consistent source of renewable energy, a GSHP can drastically cut your home’s carbon footprint.
✔ Long-Lasting Performance: GSHPs have a much longer lifespan than traditional boilers or even air source heat pumps, often lasting 40-50 years with minimal maintenance.
✔ Low Operating Noise: The primary unit is installed inside your home, and the outdoor components are buried underground, meaning the system operates almost silently.
What will the kit look like in your home?
A typical setup needs a space about 1m wide x 2m long x 2m high-roughly the size of an under-stairs cupboard or a small closet. Some people put them in garages, lofts, or create a cupboard in an existing room.
The image to the left is an example of how the setup may look in your house.
How it works
A ground source heat pump system consists of two main parts: a series of pipes buried underground and a heat pump unit inside your home. The pipes allow fluid to absorb thermal energy from the soil, and a compressor in the indoor unit transfers the heat into your heating system and your water tank.
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How It Fits in Your Home
To an extent, you can work with the space you have because there are two types of installation:
Horizontal Installation, which requires a large area of land (roughly 50m² of ground per kilowatt of power) for the trenches to be dug about one meter deep.
Vertical Installation, where a borehole (as little as 20cm wide) is drilled deep into the ground (up to 120 metres) to house the pipes. This requires much less surface area and is a good option for urban properties.
The indoor heat pump unit is typically the size of a tall fridge or a boiler. It can be fitted in an airing cupboard, utility room, or garage. Our experts can help you find the best fit for your property.
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Ground Source Heat Pumps
I have future proofed our family home and it has paid for itself in under two years.
Darren, 35, York
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