Are heat pumps suitable for homes in Worthing & Sussex?

Most homes can host an air-source or ground-source heat pump with the right design and sizing. An MCS installer will assess insulation, emitters and hot-water needs before proposing a system. Read more: Heat Pumps

Are your engineers MCS Certified?

Yes. Our engineers are MCS Certified. MCS Certfification is required for several government incentives, including the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS), Warm Homes: Local Grant and others. We can assist customers looking to benefit from these schemes. Read more: Heat Pump Installation.

Can a heat pump be installed in an old house?

Yes, though older homes may need better insulation or larger radiators to maximise efficiency. We’ll assess your property and recommend any improvements. Read more: Book Free Home Survey

Do I need planning permission for an air-source heat pump?

Often no - many domestic Air Source Heat Pumps are “permitted development” if they meet siting and noise conditions. Always check the rules and your local authority before installation. Read more: Air Source Heat Pumps

How much does a heat pump cost and what grants can I get?

Typical installed costs range widely by home and system; guides put ASHP totals roughly in the £11k–£20k bracket before grants. The Boiler Upgrade Scheme offers £7,500 towards air- or ground-source heat pumps in England & Wales. Read more: Heat Pumps

How noisy are heat pumps?

Modern outdoor units typically operate around 40–60 dB at 1 m - similar to a fridge or quiet conversation. Correct siting and installation help keep sound within guidelines.

Will a heat pump keep my home warm in winter?

Yes - modern heat pumps are designed to work efficiently even in sub-zero temperatures. We design systems to ensure your home stays cosy all year round. Read more: Heat Pumps

Will a heat pump work with my existing radiators?

Yes, many systems can use existing radiators; some homes may need larger emitters or flow-temperature adjustments for best efficiency. A survey will confirm what’s needed.

Heat Pump Experts in Worthing | Sussex Renewable Heating

MCS Certified Heat Pump Installation & Maintenance

At Sussex Renewable Heating, we specialise in the installation of air source heat pumps, ground source heat pumps and water source heat pumps across Worthing, Sussex and the South East. Our team delivers efficient, low-carbon heating solutions tailored to your property, whether it's a retrofit or a new build.

With local expertise in Worthing and across the South East, we recommend the most effective renewable heating system based on your home and environment. We provide an end-to-end heat pump service including design, installation, servicing & repair and central heating. We are MCS certified and such can assist and advise on all available government grants and incentives.

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The UK Government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) helps homeowners switch from traditional heating systems to energy-efficient heat pumps by offering grants towards installation costs of up to £7,500 for gas boilers or £9000 for fuel oil systems. This can make upgrading to low-carbon heating far more affordable, with the grant applied directly through us.

At Sussex Renewable Heating, we can manage the process from start to finish, including assessing your property, handling the grant application and installing your new heat pump. For homeowners in Worthing and across Sussex, it’s a simple way to reduce upfront costs and invest in a more efficient heating system.

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We used Sussex Renewable Heating to install a heat pump on our recent renovation. Harry done an excellent job. Clean and tidy. Would happily recommend

Toby Lott Added August 2026

Excellent service from start to finish. Harry is a very professional and reliable heating engineer who was thorough, knowledgeable and took great care with the work. Everything was explained clearly, and the job was completed to a very high standard. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him and will definitely use his services again.

Ian Lomax Added June 2026

Friendly and professional service. My wife and I are new to air source heat pumps and Harry was great in explaining how they operated and what to do to maximise efficiency.

Archi Lamont Added May 2026

Excellent service. Arrived on time, very tidy, explained a lot that I didn't know. Harry is in the diary for next year's service.

R E Added May 2026

Efficient friendly service. Harry was knowledgeable and worked hard to solve a problematic heat pump.

Lawrence Naested Added April 2026

Harry and his team carried out this work with professionalism and to a high quality from start to finish, great communication, highly skilled and very knowledgeable.

Arthur Staton Added March 2026

Harry was great. Very professional, responsible, arrived early, diagnosed and dealt with the issue with my air source pump without fuss. Will use him every time.

Casper Synnott Added March 2026

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Your Questions Answered

Are heat pumps suitable for homes in Worthing & Sussex?
- Most homes can host an air-source or ground-source heat pump with the right design and sizing. An MCS installer will assess insulation, emitters and hot-water needs before proposing a system.
  
  Read more: Heat Pumps
Are your engineers MCS Certified?
- Yes. Our engineers are MCS Certified. MCS Certfification is required for several government incentives, including the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS), Warm Homes: Local Grant and others. We can assist customers looking to benefit from these schemes.
  
  Read more: Heat Pump Installation.
Can a heat pump be installed in an old house?
- Yes, though older homes may need better insulation or larger radiators to maximise efficiency. We’ll assess your property and recommend any improvements.
  
  Read more: Book Free Home Survey
Do I need planning permission for an air-source heat pump?
- Often no - many domestic Air Source Heat Pumps are “permitted development” if they meet siting and noise conditions. Always check the rules and your local authority before installation.
  
  Read more: Air Source Heat Pumps

How much does a heat pump cost and what grants can I get?
- Typical installed costs range widely by home and system; guides put ASHP totals roughly in the £11k–£20k bracket before grants. The Boiler Upgrade Scheme offers £7,500 towards air- or ground-source heat pumps in England & Wales.
  
  Read more: Heat Pumps
How noisy are heat pumps?
- Modern outdoor units typically operate around 40–60 dB at 1 m - similar to a fridge or quiet conversation. Correct siting and installation help keep sound within guidelines.
Will a heat pump keep my home warm in winter?
- Yes - modern heat pumps are designed to work efficiently even in sub-zero temperatures. We design systems to ensure your home stays cosy all year round.
  
  Read more: Heat Pumps
Will a heat pump work with my existing radiators?
- Yes, many systems can use existing radiators; some homes may need larger emitters or flow-temperature adjustments for best efficiency. A survey will confirm what’s needed.

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