No, heat pumps work in old houses too. EPC rating, fabric quality, and correct design matter more than the age of the property. Here is what to check.
The short answer: it depends on tariff, install quality, and your heat loss. With solar and battery, heat pumps win comfortably. Here is the honest breakdown.
No, you don't always need new radiators when installing a heat pump. Many existing radiators are already heat-pump-ready. A proper survey reveals exactly which ones.
Yes, heat pumps work in UK winters. 63% of Norwegian homes run them, and Norway is far colder than the UK. The key is correct design and a high-standard install.
A heat pump and solar PV already cut your bills. Adding battery storage with an off-peak tariff is what tips the maths properly in your favour. Here is how it works, the tariffs to look at, and why we recommend around 20 kWh of storage for heat pump homes.
Annual heat pump servicing keeps efficiency up, helps prevent breakdowns, and supports warranty compliance. This guide explains what’s included in a professional service, how long it takes, and why local servicing in Gloucester and Gloucestershire makes life easier.
Renewable energy tech can be hard to get your head around. We've pulled together this home renewables glossary covering solar panels, heat pumps and smart heating controls, with clear answers and a few Gloucestershire touches.
Great news for homeowners in Gloucestershire: under the Boiler Upgrade Scheme 2026, you could get £7,500 toward a new heat pump system. Whether you're looking to cut your energy bills or future-proof your home, this government grant is designed to make low-carbon heating more affordable. In this guide, we’ll explain who’s eligible, how to claim the grant (with our help), and why now is the perfect time to make the switch with trusted local installers like Hewer FM.
In 2026, running a heat pump can cost slightly more than a gas boiler, roughly £30 to £40 extra a year for a typical UK home. Results depend on insulation, heating habits and tariffs. Solar or smart tariffs can offset the cost.
If you’ve got solar panels on your roof, you probably check your energy bills now and then. But how often do you check what your system is actually producing? That’s where this solar generation meter guide comes in. This guide shows you how to read that meter, spot signs of underperformance, and understand what’s normal for your area and system size.
