Hive Air Source Heat Pumps

Go greener with Hive Heat Pumps

Switch to a low-carbon heat pump and get our exclusive energy offer to save up to £468¹.

From just

£1,831 ⁴

with a government grant

Save up to

£468

on heating bills

Relax with a

5 year

warranty

Why get a heat pump with us?

Image

Spread the cost, interest-free

Pay in a way that suits you, including 2 years’ interest-free credit⁶

Image

Unlock extra savings

Pair your heat pump with a British Gas tariff to get our exclusive energy offer¹

Image

Warm Home Promise

We promise it’ll keep you as cosy as a gas boiler – or your money back³

A breath of fresh air for your home

Enjoy cleaner, greener heating with an air source heat pump. Get one installed as part of your smart home and enjoy all the benefits of a boiler, with lower carbon emissions.

Low carbon heating, all year round

It works by absorbing heat from the air outside and using a small amount of electricity to make it hotter, before transferring it into water to heat your home. It’s the ultimate way to stay cosy without harming the planet.

Cosy even when it’s cold

Air source heat pumps keep your home warm, even when outside temperatures are as low as -15°C.

Engineered to last

Air source heat pumps have a lifespan of 20+ years. That’s considerably longer than the average boiler.

How much does a heat pump cost?

Hive Air Source Heat Pump

Daikin Altherma 3 Monobloc

from £1,831 ⁷

Price calculator

Daikin heat pump and heating system£9,331
Home assessmentFREE
System designIncluded
Installation and labourIncluded
Disposal and recycling of old gas boilerIncluded
5 year product and installation warrantyIncluded
Government grant⁴-£7,500
Total cost after government grant£1,831
Hive logoBritish Gas logo

Trusted heat pump installation by British Gas

Your heat pump installation will be fully taken care of by our friends at British Gas. And once everything’s up and running, they’ll show you how to get the best from your heat pump too.

Eco-friendly heating in just 4 steps

Expert recommended

Don’t forget your British Gas tariff

Pair it with any British Gas tariff to access our exclusive energy offer and save even more.

1

Get an online estimate

Tell us about your home and we’ll give you an estimate for your new air source heat pump.

2

Book a call with an expert

Our friends at British Gas will give you a call to discuss your property and requirements.

3

Get a home survey

A British Gas engineer will visit your home to check all the details and confirm your fixed-price quote.

4

Get it installed

It normally takes around a week for your British Gas installation team to complete all the work.

Expert recommended

Don’t forget your British Gas tariff

Pair it with any British Gas tariff to access our exclusive energy offer and save even more.

Why replace your boiler with a heat pump?

Air source heat pumps only use electricity to heat your home – so it’s a great way to cut your carbon footprint compared to a gas boiler. And when you pair one with our exclusive energy offer from British Gas, they’ll help lower bills too.²

Gas boiler (D rated)

Heat pump

Government grant

up to £7,500 ⁴

Running costs (approx. per year)

£1,717

£1,628 ⁵

Energy efficiency

82%

350%

Frequently asked questions

How do heat pumps work?
Heat pumps work a bit like a fridge or air conditioning unit, but in reverse. A special refrigerant liquid is used to transfer heat from one place to another. But whereas a fridge moves the heat outwards, keeping things cool inside, a heat pump moves the heat outdoors inside your home. Air source is just one kind of heat pump – there are also heat pumps that can transfer heat from the ground or from water.
How much do heat pumps typically cost?
The government grant of up to £7,500 means heat pump prices can start as low as £1,199. However exact cost will depend on your property and whether you need any additional work to get the best from a heat pump. That could be additional insulation to ensure it works efficiently, new pipework or new radiators.
How efficient are heat pumps?
Heat pumps are based on a highly energy-efficient technology. A modern gas boiler will be around 90% efficient, which means 10% of the energy that’s used is lost in the process. However, a heat pump is around 350% efficient – which means they're putting out three and a half times the energy in the form of heat as they're using in electricity.
Do heat pumps work with radiators?
Yes, and they work with underfloor heating too. Heat pumps do the same job as a traditional gas boiler would – heating the water that then passes through your central heating system. The main difference is that heat pumps generate heat at a lower, steadier rate than a boiler which gives you quick bursts of high heat. The lower heat output of a heat pump means you might need bigger radiators to ensure they keep your home cosy.
What are the typical installation costs of a heat pump?
The cost of a heat pump installation will depend on your property, and whether you need any additional work to get the best from a heat pump. As a guide, the average British Gas heat pump installation between 24th October 2023 - 21st February 2024 was £4,415, after the £7,500 government grant was applied.
How noisy are heat pumps?
Heat pumps operate at around 40 decibels and can go up to 60 decibels if they are working really hard. That’s about the same as an air conditioning unit, a bird singing outside your home or light traffic. And because the heat pump is installed outside your property, you probably won’t even notice it.
What homes are not suitable for heat pumps?
Due to the size of a heat pump and the space needed outside, some homes such as flats and apartments aren’t suitable. It’s also important for your home to be well insulated.  
How are heat pumps installed?
Our heat pumps are installed on the ground outside of your property. You’ll need enough space for the unit and installation can take up to a week, with specialist engineers fitting the heat pump and connecting it to your central heating system.
Can you finance a heat pump?
We offer a range of financing options, including two years' interest-free credit.
How do heat pumps work in winter?
Heat pumps can keep your home cosy and supplied with hot water all year round – even when temperatures get as low as -15°C. That’s why they’re so popular in chilly Scandinavia! Although the air might feel very cold to us, it still contains enough warmth for the heat pump to extract and use in your home.
Would I need to upgrade my home?
That will depend on your property as every home is unique. To get the best from a heat pump your home needs to be well insulated, have suitable pipework and have an appropriate volume of radiators.
Why might I need to change my radiators for an air source heat pump?
Air source heat pumps keep your home warm by producing steady amounts of lower heat, rather than quick bursts of high heat like a gas boiler. This lower heat output means you might need bigger radiators so that there’s more surface area for the lower heat output.
Does the heat pump come with a warranty?
Yes, your heat pump has a 5-year warranty. This covers any repairs you need to your heat pump and includes:
· all reasonable parts and labour
· unlimited number of repairs
· up to £1,000 (inc. VAT) for getting access and making good for each repair

In addition, you’ll get a 1-year warranty that covers any repairs to your controls and central heating system.

As with warranties for gas boilers, you’ll need an annual service of your heat pump to keep the warranty valid for the whole 5-year period.
What’s the difference between air source and ground source heat pumps?
Both types of heat pump keep your home warm by transferring natural heat from outdoors to your home. The main difference is that air source heat pumps take warmth from the surrounding air, while ground source heat pumps collect heat from pipes buried underground. Both types of heat pump use renewable energy and reduce your carbon footprint, but ground source heat pumps need more space and are more expensive to install.

Get more from Hive

  1. 1.

    Up to £468 saving made up of three areas. 1) Up to £260 energy saving: Based on medium household consumption (11,500 kwh annual usage) and no gas used for cooking vs SVT price cap (January 2025). 2) Up to £92 saving vs D-rated boiler: Based on medium household consumption vs. heat pump installation with 350% efficiency. 3) Up to £116 Standard charge saving: 95% of our installations make the property gas free. On average, a £116 annual saving is possible by capping a gas meter, removing the standing charge.

  2. 2.

    British Gas electricity tariff required. Discounted rate of 14p per kWh for heat pump consumption applies for 12 months. Discount excludes standing charge. For time of use tariffs discount applies to peak rate consumption only. Terms and conditions apply.

  3. 3.

    Our installation partner British Gas guarantees that your air source heat pump will heat your home to the temperatures agreed and included on your customer documentation for a period of 1 year from installation, or your money back.Terms and conditions apply.

  4. 4.

    For England and Wales: The governments Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) grant of up to £7,500 is available to homeowners with an EPC less than 10 years old. For full terms see gov.uk. For Scotland: The governments Home Energy Scotland grant of up to £7,500 available to homeowners. For full terms see homeenergyscotland.org. Price subject to survey and assumes eligibility for BUS grant. For larger or more complex homes the cost will be higher. Subject to terms and eligibility.

  5. 5.

    Up to £92 saving vs D-rated boiler: Based on medium household consumption vs. British Gas heat pump installation with 350% efficiency at SVT price cap (January 2025). For boiler, energy usage: Gas 11,500 kWh, Electricity 2,700 kWh. For heat pump, energy usage: Electricity 5,263 kWh (of which heat pump accounts for 2,563 kWh), no longer using gas.

  6. 6.

    Our installation partner British Gas acts as a credit broker, not the lender and offers products from a panel of lenders. Availability of credit depends on status and credit checks. Terms and exclusions apply.