Air-to-Air Heat Pump Installation
Upgrade your home with an efficient air-to-air heat pump system installed by trusted local experts.
At Green Energy Homes, we design and install air-to-air heat pumps that provide low-cost heating and cooling, reduce energy bills, and lower your carbon footprint.
- MCS Certified Installers
- TrustMark Approved
- Serving Essex, Hertfordshire, North East London, Cambridgeshire, Suffolk & Kent
Why Choose an Air-to-Air Heat Pump?
Air-to-air heat pumps are a smart, efficient alternative to traditional heating and cooling systems – particularly well-suited to urban homes and flats.
Key benefits of air to air heat pump systems:
- Provides both heating and cooling from one system
- Lower running costs compared to electric heaters and gas systems
- Highly energy-efficient with fast warm-up times
- Ideal for homes without wet radiators or pipework
- Improves indoor air quality with built-in filtration
- Reduces carbon emissions and reliance on fossil fuels
What Is an Air-to-Air Heat Pump?
An air-to-air heat pump is a low-carbon heating and cooling system that transfers heat between the outdoor air and indoor spaces using electricity.
Instead of heating water (like traditional air source heat pumps), air to air systems distribute warm or cool air directly through indoor fan units. In winter, they extract heat from outside air to warm your home. In summer, the process reverses to provide cooling – similar to air conditioning, but far more energy-efficient.
How Does an Air-to-Air Heat Pump Work?
Air-to-air heat pumps move heat rather than generate it. The process works as follows:
- Heat is absorbed from the outside air
- A refrigerant compresses the heat, increasing its temperature
- Warm air is blown directly into indoor rooms via fan units
- In summer, the system reverses to remove heat from indoors
Alternative Heat Pump Systems We Install...
Air Source Heat Pumps
Solar Panel Installation
Ground Source Heat Pumps
Is an Air-to-Air Heat Pump Right for My Home?
Air-to-air heat pumps are well-suited to homes throughout our service area, including:
- Flats and apartments
- Terraced and semi-detached homes
- Properties without gas connections
- Homes with limited outdoor space
- Loft conversions and home offices
They are especially effective in well-insulated homes and properties where installing radiators or underfloor heating isn’t practical.
Our experts will assess your property and provide honest, practical advice on suitability.
How Much Does an Air-to-Air Heat Pump Cost?
The typical cost of installing an air-to-air heat pump in the UK ranges from £3,000 to £8,000, depending on:
- Number of indoor units required
- Property size and layout
- Heat demand and insulation levels
- System brand and efficiency rating
£2,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme Grant
Eligible residential properties in England and Wales can receive £2,500 towards an air-to-air heat pump through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme.
To qualify, the MCS-certified system must replace the property’s existing fossil-fuel or electric heating system and have sufficient capacity to meet the home’s full space-heating requirements. As air-to-air systems do not provide hot water, suitable non-fossil-fuel hot-water provision must also be retained or installed.
We check the proposed system and property eligibility before making the installer-led grant application on your behalf.
Air-to-Air Heat Pump vs Gas Boiler
| Feature | Air to Air Heat Pump | Gas Boiler |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Efficiency | Very High | Moderate |
| Heating & Cooling | Yes | No |
| Carbon Emissions | Low | High |
| Running Costs | Lower long-term | Rising |
| Hot Water | No | Yes |
| Future-proof | Yes | No |
Air to air heat pumps are ideal where cooling is also required, while gas boilers are becoming less viable due to rising energy costs and carbon regulations.
Our Air-to-Air Heat Pump Installation Process
1. Free Home Assessment
2. Heat Load & Room Analysis
Our specialists calculate the heating and cooling requirements for each room, considering insulation, size, and usage to ensure the system is correctly sized for comfort and efficiency.
3. System Design & Quotation
Based on our assessment and calculations, we design a tailored heat pump system and provide a clear quotation outlining equipment, installation work, and expected performance.
4. Professional Installation
Our qualified engineers install the indoor and outdoor units, pipework, and controls carefully and efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption while meeting all safety and manufacturer standards
5. Testing, Optimisation & Support
Most installations take 1–3 days, depending on system complexity.
Why Choose Green Energy Homes?
MCS & TrustMark accredited installers
Specialists in air to air heat pump systems
Clear pricing with no hidden costs
Regional air-to-air heat pump expertise
Full aftercare and maintenance support
Air-to-Air Heat Pump FAQs
Do air to air heat pumps work in winter?
Can air to air heat pumps cool my home?
Are air to air heat pumps noisy?
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Where do we Install Air-to-Air Heat Pumps
Our team provides air-to-air heat pump surveys, installation and aftercare across Essex, Hertfordshire, North East London, Cambridgeshire, Suffolk and Kent. Explore our locations or contact us to confirm coverage for your postcode.