Air Source Heat Pumps

What Is an Air Source Heat Pump?

An air source heat pump extracts heat from the outside air and uses it to provide heating and hot water for your property. Unlike traditional boilers, heat pumps operate at lower flow temperatures and work best when the entire system is correctly designed around them.

A well-installed heat pump can offer:

• High energy efficiency

• Lower running costs (when correctly specified)

• Reduced carbon emissions

• Consistent, even heating

However, performance depends heavily on correct design, insulation levels, and emitter sizing — which is why professional assessment is essential.

Heat Pump Design & Installation

We don’t install heat pumps as direct boiler replacements. Every system we install is carefully designed to suit the property, usage, and heat demand.

Our ASHP installations include:

• Heat loss calculations

• System design and specification

• Correctly sized heat pump and hot water cylinder

• Radiator or underfloor heating assessment

• Installation, commissioning, and testing

• Clear handover and user guidance

We ensure the system is compliant, efficient, and built to perform properly from day one.

Is a Heat Pump Right for Your Property?

Air source heat pumps are not suitable for every building. Factors such as insulation, radiator sizing, layout, and occupancy all affect performance.

We’ll always give honest advice — including when a heat pump isn’t the right solution. In some cases, improvements such as insulation upgrades or heating system changes may be required to achieve the best results.

Our goal is long-term performance, not quick installations.

Domestic, Landlord & Development Projects

We install air source heat pumps for:

• Homeowners

• New builds and self-builds

• Property refurbishments

• Landlords and developers

• Low-temperature heating systems

Whether the project is a single property or part of a wider development, we deliver well-designed systems that meet current standards and future energy requirements.

Why Choose Heatworks?

• Experienced heating and renewable engineers

• Proper system design, not guesswork

• Honest advice on suitability and performance

• Fully insured and compliant installations

• Trusted across Sussex

We approach heat pumps the same way we approach all heating systems — designed properly, installed correctly, and built to last.

Speak to a Heat Pump Specialist

If you’re considering an air source heat pump or want to understand whether it’s suitable for your property, contact Heatworks Plumbing Sussex today. We’re happy to discuss your options and provide clear, professional guidance.

Call us or use our contact form to arrange a consultation.