Air source heat pump installation for homes and businesses
Looking for a more efficient way to heat your property in Devon?
Air source heat pump installation for homes and businesses
At M&E Contrax Renewable, we design and install air source heat pumps for homes and businesses across Devon. Heat pumps are a low carbon alternative to traditional heating systems, providing reliable heating and hot water with a setup designed around your building, your comfort needs, and how you actually use energy.
Whether you are replacing an older boiler, upgrading a renovation, or planning a joined up renewable system with solar panels and battery storage, we can guide you from first survey through to installation and handover. As MCS Accredited installers we can apply for the BUS grant on your behalf.
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Why Choose a Heat Pump?
Heat pumps are becoming a popular option across the UK, and for good reason. A correctly designed heat pump system can help you:
Reduce reliance on gas, oil or LPG
Improve comfort with steady, consistent heating
Lower carbon emissions and support sustainability goals
Future proof your heating as the UK moves towards electrification
Integrate with solar PV and battery storage to make better use of renewable electricity
The key is correct sizing and design. That’s why every project starts with a proper survey.
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.
Air source heat pumps – how they work
Air source heat pumps extract heat from the outside air and transfer it into your heating system. They’re designed to run efficiently at lower flow temperatures, delivering steady warmth and hot water throughout the year.
A heat pump system is not a like for like boiler swap. It works best when the property is assessed properly and the system is designed around heat loss, heating distribution, and hot water demand.
Heat pumps for homes in Devon
Air source heat pumps can be a great fit for a wide range of domestic properties, including:
Homes replacing older boilers
Properties currently on oil or LPG
Renovations and home upgrades
New builds and self builds
Rural and off gas properties
Homes planning solar PV and battery storage
During a survey we assess heat loss, radiators, hot water needs and controls, then recommend the right setup to deliver comfort efficiently.
Heat pumps for businesses in Devon
We also install heat pumps for commercial and light commercial buildings such as:
Offices
Workshops
Warehouses
Retail units
Hospitality premises
Mixed use buildings
For businesses, the focus is usually on efficiency, reliability, carbon reduction, and long term control of running costs. We can design systems that suit the way your building operates and plan installations to minimise disruption.
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.
Heat Pump Grant | Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS)
If your property is in England or Wales, you may be eligible for support through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) when installing a qualifying heat pump system.
Find out more about the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) here.
We can advise on suitability and guide you through the process as part of your survey and proposal. 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 Devon Property?
If you are considering a heat pump for your home or business in Devon, 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
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. 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.
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.
In many cases, yes. Heat pump systems usually require a compatible hot water cylinder as part of the overall system design.
Not always. Some properties may need radiator upgrades in certain rooms to deliver comfortable heat efficiently. This is confirmed during survey.
Heat pumps use electricity, but they are highly efficient. Octopus explains that many systems deliver around 3 to 4 units of heat for each unit of electricity used.
