Air Source Heat Pump Installation in Bristol
Helping Bristol Homeowners Switch to Greener, More Affordable Heating
As a city renowned for its green credentials and independent spirit, Bristol is the perfect place to embrace renewable heating. At BPM, we are proud to be Bristol-based specialists, providing MCS-certified air source heat pump installations that align with our city’s values. From the classic Victorian terraces of Southville and Totterdown to the Georgian townhouses in Clifton and the modern developments on the Harbourside, we have the expertise to design and install the perfect system for your unique property.
Why Choose an Air Source Heat Pump in Bristol?
Upgrading to an air source heat pump is a smart investment in your property and our city’s future. Here’s why Bristol homeowners are making the switch:
Lower Your Long-Term Energy Bills
With exceptional energy efficiency, heat pumps can drastically cut your heating costs compared to gas or oil boilers—a welcome relief against rising energy prices.
Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
An air source heat pump is a significant step towards reducing your home's carbon emissions. Do your part to help Bristol meet its ambitious climate goals and maintain its status as a forward-thinking, sustainable city.
Increase Your Property's Value
In Bristol's competitive property market, a high EPC rating is a major selling point. A professionally installed heat pump significantly improves your home's energy performance certificate, making it more attractive to future buyers.
Access Government Funding
As MCS certified installers, we can give you access to government grants like the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS), which can provide a significant contribution towards your installation costs in Bristol.
Our Heat Pump Services for Bristol Properties
Our Simple 4-Step Installation Process
We make upgrading your heating straightforward and hassle-free.
Our online tool can provide a detailed estimate of the cost of your air source heat pump. Click here to get started.
Our experts visit your property in Bristol to conduct a full technical survey, ensuring our final design is perfectly optimised for your home.
Our certified team carries out the full installation, from fitting the unit to upgrading your radiators and hot water cylinder if required.
We fully commission your new system, give you a clear demonstration of how it works, and handle all the necessary paperwork for your MCS certificate and grant application.
Navigating Bristol's Planning & Heritage
We specialise in designing systems for Bristol's many Conservation Areas and listed properties, from Clifton to Montpelier. We manage the specific planning considerations required by Bristol City Council, ensuring every installation is sensitive, compliant, and respects your home's unique character.
Optimising for Period Properties
Bristol's Victorian and Georgian terraces are beautiful but can be challenging to heat efficiently. We conduct detailed heat-loss calculations and can specify appropriate radiator upgrades to ensure your system provides consistent, comfortable warmth, even in homes with solid walls and high ceilings.
Discreet & Neighbour-Friendly Installations
In densely populated areas like Southville or Bishopston, the placement of the outdoor unit is key. We are experts at finding discreet locations that minimise visual and acoustic impact, ensuring your heating upgrade respects your property, your garden, and your neighbours.
Frequently Asked Questions about Heat Pumps in Bristol
It often falls under ‘permitted development’, but careful placement of the outdoor unit is crucial. We can guide you through the requirements of Bristol City Council’s planning department and help prepare any necessary applications, ensuring the unit’s location is discreet and compliant.
This is a very common and valid concern in many of Bristol’s fantastic neighbourhoods like Easton, Southville, and Totterdown. The technology has improved dramatically; modern heat pumps are surprisingly quiet, often no louder than a fridge. Furthermore, we specialise in designing installations for tight spaces, using our expertise to find the optimal position for the unit that minimises both visual and acoustic impact, always complying with MCS standards for boundary noise.
The cost varies depending on the size of your property and the specific system required. However, with the available government grants for heat pumps, the final cost is now more comparable than ever to a traditional boiler replacement. Get a free online estimate specific to your property using the form below!
Bristol’s goal to become carbon neutral by 2030 is one of the most ambitious in the UK, and residential heating is a major part of our city’s carbon footprint. By replacing a gas boiler with an efficient air source heat pump, you are taking a direct and powerful step to decarbonise your home. This action, repeated across the city, is essential for meeting our collective climate goals and ensuring Bristol remains a leader in sustainability.
Join Bristol’s Green Heating Revolution
Get a free, no-obligation estimate for your air source heat pump installation. Our local Bristol team is ready to help you create a more comfortable, affordable, and sustainable home. Contact us today.