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Heat pumps encourage alternative heating methods, which can alter your energy expenses and hot water consumption

By Kaylie Pferten 08 May, 2026
Heat pumps encourage alternative heating methods, which can alter your energy expenses and hot water consumption
Heat pumps are an energy-efficient way to heat your home, which may lower your energy costs

They offer a fully controlled heating system that provides you with hot water, additional warmth, and comfort.

Heat pumps are an energy-efficient method of heating your house, and the technology may make you feel cozier and even reduce your energy costs.

Air source heat pumps use electricity to draw heat from the outside air and bring it inside for hot water and heating. According to the government's Clean Energy Campaign, they are three times more energy efficient than conventional boilers, so they can significantly lower your home's carbon footprint.

How can heat pumps alter the use of hot water and offer additional comfort?

For tech-savvy homes eager to maximize efficiency, an air source heat pump gives you a completely controlled heating system that you can control with a thermostat and smart home system.

For optimal performance, heat pumps should be kept on a comfortable, low setting all day. In order to keep your house warm when you wake up, the system will heat up in the morning and again in the evening after remaining constant throughout the day. For extra warmth during the day, you can use the heating controls if you'd like. Heat pumps, in contrast to conventional boilers, provide heat more gradually and effectively over a longer period of time rather than experiencing brief spikes in temperature when the central heating is turned on.

Heat pumps are more effective and perfect for use with underfloor heating systems, which need constant, lower temperatures, because they are made to run at lower flow temperatures than conventional boilers. They work with the majority of current radiator and underfloor heating systems and offer both hot water and heating. And E. The knowledgeable staff at ON Nexts will conduct a heat loss assessment on your house and suggest the ideal heat pump for you and your property so you can be sure it has everything it needs and there are no unpleasant surprises. Where connecting to existing radiators and underfloor heating isnt possible, you can feel confident that the price E. Any new radiators you might require will be included in ON Next's installation offers.

Water in a hot water cylinder is heated by air source heat pumps so that it is ready for use. Your water can be heated by these systems to between 45 and 55 degrees Celsius. Because the cylinder is insulated, the heated water will remain that way for several hours. As a component of the system architecture, E. ON Next ensures that the cylinder size is appropriate for your hot water requirements.

What are some effective ways to use my heat pump?

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The coefficient of performance (CoP) is the ratio of the amount of useful heating produced to the amount of energy needed. For instance, a heat pump with a coefficient of performance of three generates three units of heat for each unit of electricity used. Better efficiency is indicated by a higher CoP value.

Your heat pump won't have to work as hard to warm the house if you run it at lower, more consistent temperatures. It is advised to keep your heat pump running constantly and at lower temperatures when you are outside or sleeping because it will require more energy to quickly heat your home again if the temperature drops.

In addition to setting a timer to heat your house on your schedule and striving for a constant temperature, routine maintenance will guarantee that your heat pump is performing at its peak. Because the property will retain more of the heat produced, good insulation will help retain it and lessen the workload of the heat pump.

The E. You can feel secure during and after the installation thanks to ON Next's committed heat pump support team's genuinely helpful, human guidance. You can be sure that once you're up and running, they will always be pleased to assist you with any questions or offer support if you need it.

Can I lower my energy bills with a heat pump?

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Based on fuel prices as of July 2025, the Energy Saving Trust estimates that an air source heat pump could be 260 less expensive to operate annually than an outdated G-rated boiler. Higher efficiency rates allow heat pumps to generate the same amount of heat with less energy. Fuel costs may eventually decrease as a result.

By integrating their heat pump with smart tariffs, households can maximize savings and create a cleverly linked system. (E). In a no-obligation, customized quote that you can easily obtain online, ON Next's friendly staff will suggest the best heat pump and a tariff to suit you. Once your heat pump has been selected, E. ON Next will assist you with the paperwork and determine whether you qualify for Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant funding, which provides up to 7,500 toward a heat pump installation. Additionally, current E. Customers of ON Next can receive an additional £200 off. In E. After that, ON Next will conduct a home survey to make sure your house has everything it needs for the installation, including a heat loss assessment. If you have selected an E, the qualified staff will install and certify your heat pump. Switch to the next tariff so you can start using your new tariff and heat pump.