Ground source heat pump installers are becoming more popular with the rise of renewable energy in the UK. And if you’re looking for a ground source heat pump installer near you, you’ve come to the right place.
Keep reading to find out how you can go about finding the best ground source heat pump installation experts near you, and what questions to ask to help you decide on the right tradesperson to hire.
How to find ground source heat pump installers near you
Well, funnily enough, you’re in the perfect place to find the best approved and experienced tradespeople in your area.
Here at Checkatrade, we make it quick and easy to get in touch with quality and trusted ground source heat pump installers near you.
You’ve got two options for find an expert:
Option 1: Use our request a quote feature
If you’re short on time and want to find local ground source heat pump installation specialists as quickly as possible, this is the option for you.
Simply use our handy ‘request a quote’ feature by filling in a few basic details and we’ll get approved local tradespeople to contact you directly:
- Add your details to the form
- Let us know what work you need
- We’ll search our leading directory for you
- Our registered ground source heat pump installers in your area will contact you to talk about your heat pump project
Option 2: Browse our online trade directory
If you have a little more time and want to browse the approved ground source heat pump installers near you, type your postcode in the box below, hit search, and see who comes highly rated.
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What do ground source heat pump installers do?
Ground source heat pump installers are responsible for planning and installing your new renewable heating and cooling system that will extract the heat from the ground to heat up your home and water supply.
Typically, experienced ground source heat pump installers will do the following:
- Plan the specification of the ground source heat pump to best suit your home’s heating and hot water needs
- Dig trenches for your ground source heat pump
- Carry out electrical work and working on electrical connections for your ground source heat pump
- Install plumbing circuits
- Set up the correct settings for the technology of your ground source heat pump
- Provide advice and guidance on how best to use your ground source heat pump for optimum efficiency
- Ongoing maintenance and repair work for ground source heat pumps
Questions to ask ground source heat pump installers
When you’re trying to choose between local ground source heat pump installers, it can be helpful to ask them a few specific questions – so that you can be confident that you’re hiring the right tradesperson for the job.
Do you have references for previous ground source heat pump customers?
Speaking to previous customers is an excellent way of finding out the quality of the service that a tradesperson offers. And if you can speak to them first hand you may also be able to see their ground source heat pump in operation.
Do you have insurance?
Whatever home improvement project you’re planning, it’s important to work with tradespeople who have the appropriate insurance to cover their work – just in case anything goes wrong.
That’s why we make it mandatory for all Checkatrade members to have up-to-date public liability insurance to be listed in our directory.
What’s your availability and when can you do the work?
The best ground source heat pump installers will often get booked up in advance, so it’s always helpful to plan ahead as much as you can. The earlier you book them in, the better.
It’s also a good idea to ask them how long they think it will take them to carry out the work and exactly what you can expect as part of the ground source heat pump installation process.
How much do you charge for ground source heat pump installation?
When considering local ground source heat pump installers, it’s always important to find out how much they charge for their work, so that you can compare them with other tradespeople in your area.
As part of the quoting process, make sure they give you details of exactly what is included in their price – such as labour, materials, equipment and waste removal.
As a guide, the average cost of ground source heat pump installation in the UK is somewhere in the region of £12,000 – £30,000.
To find out more about prices, check out our guide to ground source heat pump installation costs.
Does your work come with a guarantee?
Many experienced ground source heat pump installers will offer a satisfaction guarantee, and some will provide a limited-time warranty to ensure you’re completely happy with their work.
And good news if you hire through us… Checkatrade members come with the Checkatrade guarantee! This covers you for up to 12 months, giving you additional peace of mind when you use our directory to find a tradesperson (T&Cs apply).
How do I find ground source heat pump installers near me?
Here are our top three tips for finding the best ground source heat pump installers near you.
1. Search a professional trade directory
Our leading directory is the go-to resource for homeowners looking for quality tradespeople to complete home improvement projects.
We check the reviews on Checkatrade are from real people, and that trades meet our high standards.
We do all the checking and approving, so you can rest assured you’re getting the real deal.
You’ll only find trades who meet our high standards and pass our quality checks on Checkatrade.
2. Check online reviews
Looking at online reviews can be super helpful when you’re trying to decide which local ground source heat pump installer to hire.
A quick online search will help you to check a tradesperson’s credentials, including the quality of the work and comments from previous customers of theirs.
At Checkatrade, we only display honest and verified reviews from real-life customers.
3. Ask for recommendations
Your friends, family and neighbours can be a great source of recommendations for local ground source heat pump installers. Ask around to see who comes recommended.
And don’t forget to cross-check those recommendations on Checkatrade!
Take a look at our guide to hiring a tradesperson for more advice and tips.
Ready to find experienced local ground source heat pump installers near you? Simply add your postcode to the box below to get started.