Air Source Heat Pumps: The Future of Heating in Sussex

With energy prices shifting and the UK moving toward a greener future, there has never been a better time to switch to an Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP). At Goode Plumbing & Heating, we don’t just “swap boxes”—we design bespoke renewable heating systems that work perfectly for your specific Sussex home.

Whether you have a Victorian terrace in Hove or a modern detached house in Haywards Heath, we ensure your system is efficient, quiet, and—most importantly—warm.

Why Switch Now? 

• £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) Grant: We are MCS Certified installers, which means we can help you access the government grant that wipes £7,500 off the cost of your installation. We handle the paperwork, so you get the savings.

• Significant Energy Savings: By moving away from gas and onto a high-efficiency heat pump, you can shield yourself from fluctuating fossil fuel prices.

• Expert System Design: We perform a full room-by-room heat loss calculation for every project in Worthing, Seaford, and Burgess Hill. This ensures your radiators and pump are sized perfectly for maximum comfort.

• Low Carbon Living: Reduce your home’s carbon footprint by up to 70% overnight.

Our “Gold Standard” Certification

Choosing the right installer is critical for heat pumps. We are proud to be:

• MCS Certified: Essential for your grant eligibility and a guarantee of technical excellence.

• APHC Members: Ensuring the highest standards of plumbing and heating trade professionalism.

• Local Specialists: We understand the Sussex climate and how coastal air affects external units—knowledge national firms often overlook.

The Goode Installation Journey

We understand that switching to a heat pump is a significant decision. That is why we have refined our process to be as straightforward and stress-free as possible, handling every technical detail so you don’t have to.

• The Detailed Home Survey: We visit your property in Brighton, Worthing, or across Sussex to perform a full room-by-room heat-loss calculation. We assess your current insulation, radiator sizes, and pipework to ensure a heat pump is the right fit for your home.

• Bespoke System Design: You will receive a personalised report detailing the exact system we recommend, how much energy you can expect to save, and a clear projection of how the system will perform in the coldest winter months.

• Handling the £7,500 Grant: As MCS certified installers, we take care of the paperwork for you. We apply for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) grant on your behalf, ensuring the £7,500 is deducted directly from your final invoice.

• Professional Installation: Our local, expert team carries out the installation with the utmost respect for your home. We aim for minimal disruption, typically completing the full transition from your old boiler to a new renewable system within 3 to 5 days.

• Expert Aftercare & Handover: Once the system is live, we don’t just hand you a manual. We sit down with you to show you how to customise your settings and maximise the efficiency of your new heat pump to keep your running costs as low as possible.

Heat Pump Myths: Separating Fact from Fiction

There is a lot of misinformation about Air Source Heat Pumps. As local Sussex installers, we want to give you the straight facts so you can decide if they are right for your home.

• Myth: “They don’t work when it’s freezing outside.”

  • The Truth: Modern heat pumps are designed to work in temperatures as low as -25°C. Even on a frosty morning in Burgess Hill or Uckfield, there is still thermal energy in the air for the pump to extract and warm your home.

• Myth: “I’ll need to replace every radiator in my house.”

  • The Truth: Not necessarily. During our survey, we calculate the heat loss of every room. While some radiators might need upgrading to a “low-temperature” model to maximise efficiency, many existing systems in Sussex homes are perfectly compatible.

• Myth: “They are as noisy as an airplane.”

  • The Truth: A high-quality, well-installed heat pump is incredibly quiet—usually no louder than a modern fridge or a gentle hum. You’ll barely notice it’s there while sitting in your garden.

• Myth: “They are only for new-build properties.”

  • The Truth: We specialise in retrofitting heat pumps into older Sussex properties. From Victorian villas in Hove to mid-century homes in Worthing, if a home is well-insulated, a heat pump is a fantastic option.

Common Questions About Heat Pumps in Sussex

How much does the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) grant cover? The grant is a flat £7,500 deduction from the cost of your installation. Because we are MCS certified, we apply for this on your behalf. For many of our customers, this brings the cost of a heat pump installation very close to the price of a high-end boiler replacement.

How long does the installation take? A standard transition from a gas boiler to an Air Source Heat Pump usually takes between 3 and 5 days. This includes installing the outdoor unit, updating any necessary pipework, and commissioning the new system.

Is my home “Heat Pump Ready”? The most important factor is insulation. If your home in Seaford or Littlehampton has decent loft and cavity wall insulation, you are likely a great candidate. We provide a full home assessment to confirm this before you commit to anything.

Do you cover my area in Sussex? Yes. Our vans are regularly in Brighton, Hove, Worthing, Angmering, Lancing, Shoreham, and the Mid-Sussex corridor. Being local means we can provide a faster survey and dedicated aftercare that national companies can’t match.

How do I start the process? The first step is a Home Suitability Survey. We don’t do “estimates” over the phone; we visit your property to ensure we give you a fixed, accurate quote and a design that actually works.

Ready to claim your £7,500 grant?

Don’t let the grant funding run out. Join the hundreds of Sussex homeowners who have already made the switch to cleaner, more efficient heating.

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