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Heat pump quotes: what to look for (and what to avoid)

Heat pumps: The basics

10 Sept 2025

Heat pump quotes: what to look for (and what to avoid)

Heat pump quotes can vary widely, but understanding what’s included makes all the difference. This guide explains what to look for, what to avoid, and how to choose a system that delivers real comfort and long-term value.

Why install a heat pump when renovating your home?

Costs & benefits

8 Sept 2025

Why install a heat pump when renovating your home?

Renovating is the perfect time to upgrade your heating. With walls open and systems being replaced, it’s easier and less disruptive to install an Aira Heat Pump. So when your build is done, your home is not only refreshed but future-proofed too.

Heat pump efficiency explained: Everything you need to know before you switch

Environmental impact & efficiency

19 Jun 2025

Heat pump efficiency explained: Everything you need to know before you switch

You’ve probably heard that heat pumps are more energy efficient than boilers. And better for the planet. But what does that really mean day-to-day? And how do you know if those efficiency stats like COP and SCOP will actually translate into lower bills and reliable heating in your home? We break it down.

The top 5 heat pump myths. Busted.

Heat pumps: The basics

19 Jun 2025

The top 5 heat pump myths. Busted.

Think heat pumps are too expensive, too noisy or only work in brand-new homes? You're not alone. But a lot of what you hear simply isn't true. And it's time to set the record straight. We debunk the top 5 heat pump myths.

The power of Aira Intelligence

Environmental impact & efficiency

16 Jun 2025

The power of Aira Intelligence

Traditional heating systems are wasteful. They run on fixed schedules, heating your home even when you don’t need it. They don’t adapt to changing weather, fluctuating energy tariffs, or how you actually use heat. The result? Higher bills and wasted energy. That’s where Aira Intelligence comes in.

 Planning permission just got easier for heat pumps. What does it mean for you?

Costs & benefits

28 May 2025

Planning permission just got easier for heat pumps. What does it mean for you?

For some households, outdated planning permission rules have made it hard to switch. But, for thousands of households looking to switch to a heat pump in 2025, those long, unnecessary waits for planning approvals are set to be a thing of the past with changes to the boundary rule as part of the Warm Homes Plan agenda.

Heat pumps vs. gas boilers: Which is the right choice for you?

Comparing options

5 May 2025

Heat pumps vs. gas boilers: Which is the right choice for you?

How do heat pumps and boilers compare? Let's break it down – upfront costs, efficiency, performance, and long-term savings – so you can make the best choice for your home.

What actually happens during an Aira Heat Pump install?

Heat pumps: The basics

29 Apr 2025

What actually happens during an Aira Heat Pump install?

Choosing to ditch your old boiler for an Aira Heat Pump is a big step. One that can lower both your carbon emissions and your energy bills. But what actually happens when you take the leap and say “yes” to Aira? Let’s walk through it.

Heat pump cashback: which banks offer up to £2,000 and how to claim it.

Costs & benefits

22 Apr 2025

Heat pump cashback: which banks offer up to £2,000 and how to claim it.

If you're a homeowner looking to upgrade their heating by ditching their boiler for a heat pump, the good news is you might be eligible for more financial help beyond the government grant. Some of the UK’s biggest banks now offer cashback, green finance and mortgage schemes to help cover the cost of a heat pump installation.