Domestic boilers, heating systems and air source heat pumps

To help you make the right choice for your home heating needs, Design Heating offers expert advice and installation for air source heat pumps and gas and LPG. We’ll supply and install a heating system tailored to your property and lifestyle. And we’ll make sure it is installed in the most efficient way.

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Heating your home the most efficient way

At Design Heating, we provide a wide range of domestic heating systems, including cost-effective gas boilers and eco-friendly air source heat pumps. Providing services in Norfolk and North Suffolk, our expert team is here to help you choose the correct heating system for your unique home, ensuring comfort, efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

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Efficient home heating

Heating domestic properties – find the right heating system for your home

Design Heating provides the latest heating technologies to ensure your home remains warm, comfortable, and energy-efficient. Whether you're connected to the mains gas supply or looking for an off grid or eco-friendly option, we have the perfect solution for you.

Compare the costs of different heating systems

System Installation Cost Running Costs Maintenance Efficiency
Air Source Heat Pumps High Low Low Very High (400%)
Gas Boilers Low Low Low High (90%+)
LPG Boilers Medium Medium Medium High (85%+)
Oil Boilers High High High Medium (80%+)
Heating System
Air Source Heat Pumps
Gas Boilers
LPG Boilers
Oil Boilers
Installation Cost
High
Low
Medium
High
Running Costs
Low
Low
Medium
High
Maintenance
Low
Low
Medium
High
Efficiency
Very High (400%)
High (90%+)
High (85%+)
Medium (80%+)

Air source heat pumps - a green alternative

Homeowners looking for eco-friendly, energy-efficient heating solutions should consider an air source heat pump. To reap the benefit of long term sustainability, you will need space for outdoor units.

Benefits:

  • Eco-friendly: Heat pumps work by exploiting minute temperature differences in the air without burning any CO2-releasing gas in your home system.
  • Highly Efficient: Air source heat pumps can generate up to four times more energy as heat than they consume as electricity.
  • Versatility: Provides both heating and hot water, making it a multi-functional system.
  • Low Running Costs: Air source heat pumps are powered by electricity, the cost of which could even fall as more renewable generation is integrated.

Cost difference:

  • Installation cost: Higher initial installation cost compared to gas, LPG, and oil boilers, but government funding is available to offset some of the cost.
  • Running cost: Operating costs are typically lower than boilers due to the high efficiency.

Gas boilers - reliable and cost-effective heating

Gas boilers are only available to homes that are connected to the mains gas supply. We can supply and install suitable models for a variety of home sizes, from small apartments to larger family homes.

Benefits:

  • Cost effective. Natural gas is often cheaper than LPG or oil and you may be able to fix a price with your energy supplier.
  • Energy efficient. Modern gas boilers offer efficiency ratings above 90%.
  • Environmentally friendly. Lower CO2 emissions compared to oil.
  • Convenient. Constant supply from the gas grid, with no need for fuel storage.

Cost difference:

  • Installation cost: Generally the lowest compared to oil and LPG.
  • Running cost: Gas has been the most economical option for ongoing energy costs.

LPG boilers - flexible alternative for off-grid homes

LPG boilers are considered ideal for homes not connected to the mains gas supply, especially in rural locations. They are the most common heating systems deployed in static homes, caravans, shepherd huts and other dwellings unconnected to mains gas.

Benefits:

  • Flexible fuel source. LPG can be purchased from a wide range of suppliers and stored safely in tanks on your property.
  • Energy-efficient. High-efficiency models ensure optimal energy use.
  • Lower carbon emissions. More environmentally-friendly than burning oil.
  • Quick Installation. Easier to install than oil heating systems in areas without mains gas.

Cost difference:

  • Installation cost: Higher than gas boilers due to the need for fuel storage tanks.
  • Running cost: More expensive than gas, typically cheaper than oil, but prices for all three fluctuate.

Boiler Upgrade Scheme

Upgrade to an Air Source Heat Pump & Save Up to £7,500

Air source heat pumps are the future of home heating - energy-efficient, cost-effective, and backed by government funding. With the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, you can get up to £7,500 towards installation costs.

  • Lower energy bills and long term savings
  • Eco-friendly heating with reduced carbon emissions
  • Works efficiently year-round for heating & hot water
Find out if you're eligible today!

Frequently asked questions

This will depend on the size of your property and which systems (e.g. radiators) will need replacing or adapting to work with the new heat source. The smallest properties could in theory be installed in a single day, but we would typically expect to be working on a property for 2-5 days depending on the complexity of the installation.

Yes, any existing central heating system can be adapted to work from an air source heat pump, including ones that previously sourced heat by burning oil.

A Heat Loss Survey will enable us to figure out if an air source heat pump is suitable for your property and what size to install. The survey costs around £200, but that cost will be deducted from your installation price if you choose Design Heating to install your air source heat pump.

Get in touch with
Design Heating

Call us on 01953 488678, email laurens.southgate@rwd.group or fill out this contact form to arrange a free visit and consultation with one of our heating engineers.