Hybrid heat pumps, often called hybrid systems, are an eco-friendly combination of two home heating technologies. As we all seek to reduce our environmental impact and search for greener solutions, the hybrid heat pump is the perfect middle ground to provide an eco-option without the sacrifices. Made up of a gas boiler and a heat pump working in tandem, you get the best of both worlds. From the boiler, you get the familiar controls, reliable heating, and instant action that you’re used to – whilst the heat pump provides natural, cleaner, carbon-free heating whenever possible.
How much do hybrid heat pumps cost?
Installing a hybrid heat pump is cheaper than switching to a heat pump only solution, but the cost depends on whether:
- You already have a boiler installed
- The heat pump be fitted near the existing boiler
- Your existing boiler has hot/cold water tanks
- Your property suits an air or a ground heat pump
So how much is a hybrid heat pump system?
The overall cost is likely to be between £5,000 – £8,000 for a hybrid system installation. If, like most people, you’re just adding a heat pump to your existing boiler set up, your costs could be on the lower end of the scale.
Benefits
Sustainable
The heat pump will provide carbon-free heating and hot water for 70% of the year. You’ll normally only burn gas with the boiler during winter.
Reliable
The gas boiler is always ready to do some on-demand heavy lifting, during the coldest months or the busiest mornings.
Affordable
The heat pump part of your system will produce more energy than it consumes, which means lower monthly bills for most of the year.
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How do heat pumps work?
In a hybrid system, you’ll most likely have an air source heat pump. These work by using exterior units to draw in the outside air and extract natural thermal energy. Even though it might feel chilly outside, the condenser in the heat pump can still extract enough energy to provide heating and hot water for your home. In this system, no fuel is burned, and the energy produced is greater than the electricity it costs to run the heat pump.
For the few months when it’s too cold outside, the boiler part of your hybrid system will step in to make sure you’ve always got heating and hot water whenever it’s needed.
If you’re asking yourself whether a hybrid heat pump is worth it, remember that you’re not only upgrading your heating system, you’re also creating a greener home.
Find a local installer
Each heating system needs custom designing. Find and contact a Worcester Accredited Installer in your area to book a home visit.
After calculating the best system for your home and hot water requirements, your installer will then provide you with a free quote.