Efficient Heating for Homes and Businesses
At M&E Contrax Renewable, we design and install air source heat pump systems for homes and businesses across Devon and the South West.
Heat pumps are a highly efficient, low carbon alternative to traditional heating systems, giving you reliable heating and hot water while helping reduce long term energy costs. Heat pumps use electricity, but because they move heat rather than create it in the same way as a boiler, they can deliver multiple units of heat for every unit of electricity used.
Whether you are replacing an older boiler, upgrading a renovation, or planning a full renewable system with solar and battery storage, we can help you choose the right setup for your property.
Get a free heat pump consultation
If you are considering a heat pump for your home or business, speak to our team today. We will assess your property, explain your options clearly, and provide a tailored recommendation based on performance, suitability, and long term value.
Why Choose a Heat Pump?
Heat pumps are becoming a popular choice across the UK because they offer a practical, efficient way to heat buildings and provide hot water.
How heat pumps work
A heat pump takes heat from the outside air and transfers it into your heating system using electricity.
In simple terms:
It collects heat energy from the air outside
It uses a refrigerant cycle (similar to a fridge in reverse) to raise the temperature
It transfers that heat into your heating system and hot water cylinder
Your property then uses that heat for radiators, underfloor heating, and hot water
This is why heat pumps can be so efficient, they are moving heat rather than generating it in the same way as a conventional boiler. Octopus explains that this process often delivers more heat output than the electricity input, typically around 3 to 4 units of heat for each unit of electricity used
Lower Your Heating Costs
Heat pumps are designed to deliver efficient, steady heating using electricity to move heat rather than generate it like a boiler. With the right design and controls, many homes and businesses can reduce reliance on fossil fuels and improve long term running costs.
Works Brilliantly With Renewables
Already have solar panels, or planning them next? Heat pumps pair well with solar PV and battery storage, helping you use more of your own electricity on site and build a more joined up renewable energy system.
Funding and Finance
Eligible properties in England and Wales may be able to access support through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS), and other funding routes may become available through Government backed initiatives. We can advise on suitability and guide you through the process.
A Future Ready, Low Carbon Upgrade
Heat pumps support a more sustainable approach to heating by reducing carbon emissions and cutting reliance on gas, oil or LPG. For homeowners, it is a long term improvement. For businesses, it supports ESG goals and strengthens environmental credentials.
Are Heat Pumps Right for Your Property?
Heat pumps are suitable for many homes and businesses, but the best results always come from good design.
We assess:
It collects heat energy from the air outside
Existing heating system and pipework
Radiator suitability and upgrades if needed
Hot water cylinder requirements
Insulation and overall heat loss
Outdoor unit placement and available space
Electrical supply and system compatibility
Some properties are straightforward, others need a bit more planning, but that is exactly where a proper survey makes the difference.
Heat Pumps for Homes
Heat pumps are suitable for many homes and businesses, but the best results always come from good design.
For domestic properties, a heat pump can provide:
Comfortable, steady heating
Hot water for daily use
Lower reliance on fossil fuels
A future ready heating system that works well with solar and battery storage
Heat pumps are a strong option for:
Homeowners replacing older boilers
Renovation projects
New build or self build homes
Rural and off grid properties
Households looking to improve energy efficiency
Heat Pumps for Businesses
We also install heat pumps for commercial and light commercial properties, including:
Offices
Workshops
Warehouses
Retail units
Hospitality premises
Mixed use buildings
For businesses, the focus is often on:
Reducing running costs
Improving energy performance
Long term heating reliability
Renewable integration with solar PV
Future proofing commercial premises
We can help plan a system that works around your building use and heating demand.
What is included in a heat pump installation?
Every property is different, but a typical heat pump system includes:
Outdoor heat pump unit
Installed externally, usually on a suitable wall or base, with careful consideration for access, airflow, and position.
Hot water cylinder
Most heat pump systems use a compatible hot water cylinder, which stores heated water for the property. Octopus highlights the importance of cylinder compatibility and placement as part of system design.
System controls
Modern heat pumps use smart controls and scheduling to help manage heating and hot water efficiently. Octopus also emphasises app based and scheduled control as part of modern heat pump setups.
Heating system integration
This may include radiator upgrades or system adjustments where required, to ensure the heat pump performs properly and delivers the right comfort levels.
Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) Grant
If you are installing a heat pump, you may be eligible for support through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS).
Current grant support includes:
£7,500 – £9,000 towards an air source heat pump
£7,500 – £9,000 towards a ground source heat pump
£5,000 towards a biomass boiler (in qualifying cases)
The scheme is available in England and Wales, and GOV.UK confirms it can be used for homes and buildings used for business, where eligibility criteria are met.
At M&E Contrax Renewable, we can help you understand whether your property is suitable and guide you through the process. As MCS Accredited installers we can apply for this grant on your behalf.
Why Choose M&E Contrax Renewable for Heat Pumps?
Local renewable energy specialists in Devon
MCS Accredited installers
Heat pumps for homes and businesses
Practical, honest advice based on your property
Designed to work with solar and battery storage
Full survey, installation and handover support
Friendly team, professional finish, long term focus
We do not believe in one size fits all systems. We design each installation around the property, the heating demand, and your long term plans.
Ready to Explore Heat Pumps for Your Property?
If you are considering a heat pump for your home or business, we are here to help.
Contact our renewable energy team for a free consultation and tailored quote. We will assess your property, explain your options, and recommend a heat pump system designed to perform.
Renewable Energy Finance with M&E Contrax and Ignition Credit
We have partnered with Ignition Credit who provide specialist financial solutions to the renewable energy sector. Our team of experienced professionals understand the unique requirements of renewable finance, and will work with you to develop the most appropriate way to make your business more energy-efficient.
Frequently Asked Questions
Not always. Some properties may need radiator upgrades in certain rooms to deliver comfortable heat efficiently. This is confirmed during survey.
In many cases, yes. Heat pump systems usually require a compatible hot water cylinder as part of the overall system design.
Yes. Heat pumps are already widely used in colder European climates, and they work well in the UK when designed and installed correctly. Octopus specifically highlights their suitability in UK homes and colder climates across Europe.
In England and Wales, the Boiler Upgrade Scheme currently offers grants towards eligible heat pump installations. GOV.UK lists the current grant amounts and eligibility route.
Yes, many older homes can work very well with a heat pump, but design is key. We assess heat loss, radiator sizing and system layout to ensure the system is matched to the building.
Yes, and they work very well together. Solar can help offset some of the electricity used by the heat pump, especially when paired with battery storage.
