If you’re considering investing in this form of low-carbon technology to heat your home, one of the key questions you might need answering is: do they work as well when temperatures start to fall? After all, we rely on our heating and hot water most in the cold winter months and need to be confident that the heating source we choose will deliver when we need it most.
Heat pumps, particularly air source heat pumps, have been heralded as key to the future of low-carbon heating and reducing our reliance on fossil fuels. However, they typically cost significantly more than gas boilers – at present – but the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) voucher could potentially save you £7,500. So it’s wise to do your homework
