Air source heat pumps for greener Brighton homes
Cleaner, quieter, cheaper to run over the long haul — and we handle the £7,500 government grant for you. Designed and installed by your local Dales team.
Warmth from thin air — no flame, no fumes, no fossil fuel.
An air source heat pump pulls latent heat from the outdoor air and quietly upgrades it into central heating and hot water. Nothing burns. Nothing vents into the atmosphere. And on average it delivers three to four times more energy than it uses.
For most homes on Brighton's gas grid it's the biggest single carbon cut you can make — and with the £7,500 BUS grant it's finally within reach.
Six reasons Brighton homes are switching
Lower carbon. Lower bills over time. A calmer, more comfortable home — all year round.
Every 1 kWh of electricity is turned into 3-4 kWh of heat. Nothing gas-fired even comes close.
Cut your heating emissions by up to 75% versus an old gas boiler — the single biggest step most homes can take.
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme takes £7,500 straight off the price. We apply for it on your behalf.
Around 40 dB — you'll barely notice it running, even sitting next to the outdoor unit.
One tidy system handles radiators, underfloor and a cylinder of stored hot water — 365 days a year.
As the UK grid keeps decarbonising, your heating gets greener every year — automatically.
Four quiet steps from cold air to warm home.
A heat pump is essentially a fridge in reverse — a well-proven technology that's been heating homes across Scandinavia for decades.
- STEP 01Fan draws in outside air
Even at -15°C the air holds usable heat energy.
- STEP 02Refrigerant absorbs the heat
A special fluid boils at low temperature and captures the warmth.
- STEP 03Compressor boosts the heat
Compressing the vapour raises its temperature dramatically.
- STEP 04Heat exchanger transfers it
That heat is passed into your radiators, underfloor pipes and hot-water cylinder.
£7,500 off your heat pump — handled for you.
The government's BUS grant slashes the upfront cost of an air source heat pump. We apply on your behalf and deduct it straight from your quote — no paperwork, no waiting for a refund.
From first call to fully commissioned
Straightforward, no surprises. Every heat pump we install starts here.
- 01Free home survey
Insulation, radiators, hot-water demand and where the outdoor unit can sit — assessed in person, not over the phone.
- 02System design
We size and model the system for your home so you know real-world running costs before signing anything.
- 03Grant + fixed quote
£7,500 BUS grant applied for on your behalf and deducted from your itemised, fixed-price quote.
- 04Installation
Typically 3-5 days on site. Floors protected, cabling tidy, commissioning walk-through at the end.
- 05Aftercare
Annual service, warranty support and a local team on the end of the phone whenever you need us.
Not sure which boiler? Dale explains the options so you can choose confidently.
Renewable heating done properly, by your local Brighton team.
A heat pump is only as good as the system it sits in. We design each installation around your home — pipework, radiators, insulation and lifestyle — so it actually delivers the running costs and comfort on the brochure.
Dales Boiler Services has been keeping Brighton and Hove warm since 1998. Now we're helping the same customers make the leap to low-carbon heating, without the sales pitch.
Frequently asked questions
How does an air source heat pump work?
It draws warmth from the outside air — even down to -15°C — and concentrates it through a refrigeration cycle to heat your radiators, underfloor pipes and hot water. For every unit of electricity used, a well-installed pump delivers 3-4 units of heat.
Are heat pumps suitable for Brighton homes?
Yes — from Regency terraces to new-builds on the Downs. We survey the property first: insulation levels, radiator sizes, hot-water demand and where the outdoor unit can sit. Some homes need a couple of larger radiators; most already have everything they need.
How much can I save with the Boiler Upgrade Scheme?
The government's BUS grant currently offers £7,500 off the cost of an air source heat pump installation. We handle the application on your behalf and deduct it directly from your quote.
Will a heat pump cut my energy bills?
Typically yes — especially against oil, LPG or old gas boilers. Running costs depend on your electricity tariff, insulation and how the system is designed. We'll model your likely bills before you commit.
Is it noisy?
Modern units run at around 40-45 dB at 1 metre — quieter than a fridge. We site them thoughtfully, on anti-vibration mounts, well away from bedroom windows.
How long does installation take?
Most retrofit installations take 3-5 days on site. We protect floors, work tidily and commission the system with you at the end so you know exactly how to run it.
Thinking about going low-carbon?
Free home survey. Grant handled. Honest advice on whether a heat pump is right for your home — no pressure.