Ground Source Heat Pump in Orkney

Obtain Ground Source Heat Pump Prices in Orkney

Home > Renewable Energy Projects > Ground source heat pumps > Orkney

Ground Source Heat Pump in Orkney

Looking for ground source heat pump fitters in Orkney? Our ground source heat pump contractors in Orkney will give you the very best quotations for having this environmentally friendly type of technology put in.

A growing number of homeowners are starting to look at eco-friendly technology as an opportunity to break free from the ever-rising energy bill prices. With renewables including the ground source heat pump, you will generate your own energy and pull yourself clear of National Grid prices.

This form of heat pump will be installed into a borehole in your garden and piping will collect natural heat and transfer it to your heating system.

With a ground source heat pump set up, you are in position to save hundreds of pounds on a yearly basis on your energy bills while also reducing your home's co2 footprint. On top of this, the Government's Renewable Heat Incentive is predicted to feature heat pumps in 2013, allowing homeowners the opportunity to earn money through the generation of renewable heat.

We will provide you with up to 4 ground source heat pump fitters in your area, who will provide quotations for the work you'd like finished. You'll be given a home visit from professionals in Orkney who will ascertain your viability for renewables, calculate your expected financial savings and provide an accurate quote.

The set up of ground source heat pumps normally takes several days to complete. Once installed you can straight away begin to make energy savings and be benefitting the environment too by slashing co2 emissions.

Average Ground source heat pumps cost in Orkney

The typical cost of Ground source heat pumps is £10000. Costs fluctuate based on the materials and the business picked. The upper price range can be as high as £11500. The material costs are normally approximately £2500

Average price per Ground source heat pumps job in 2025

Avg. price low

Avg. price low
£7,500

Avg. price

Avg. price
£10,000

Avg. price high

Avg. price high
£11,500

£12000

£9000

£6000

£3000

£0

Prices based on actual Ground source heat pumps costs for Orkney, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Ground source heat pumps installation cost in Orkney 2025

Labour cost £7,000
Material cost £2,500
Waste removal £500
Time frame: 3-8 days

Ground source heat pumps searches in January 2025

Ground source heat pumps Projects in Orkney in December 2024

630

Requests for quotations in Orkney in December 2024

0

Requests for Ground source heat pumps quotations in Orkney in December 2024. 0% change from November 2024.

1

Requests for Ground source heat pumps quotations in Orkney Islands in December 2024. 0% change from November 2024.

We noted 630 requests for property or home quotes in Orkney. Of these quotation requests the number of ground source heat pumps quotations in Orkney was 0. Quotatis would have been in a position to match these customers with as many as four suitable installers who were available for work in Orkney at that time. Ask for a free home survey from trustworthy companies within Orkney.

Source: Numbers calculated based on the search volumes in major search engines

Ground source heat pumps searches in cities and towns near Orkney December 2024

2

Requests for quotations in Helmsdale in December 2024

1

Requests for quotations in Kinbrace in December 2024

1

Requests for quotations in Brora in December 2024

1

Requests for quotations in Golspie in December 2024

1

Requests for quotations in Forsinard in December 2024

Orkney

Orkney is an archipelago in the Northern Isles of Scotland. It is situated 10 miles north of the coast of Caithness and is composed of 70 islands, of which 20 have settlements. The island chain has a total area of 523 square miles, meaning that it is the sixth largest Scottish island and the tenth largest island in the UK. Kirkwall is Orkney's most extensive administrative centre. Orkney forms one of the 32 council areas of Scotland, together with being a constituency of the Scottish Parliament, a lieutenancy region and a former county. The regional council is Orkney Islands Council, being one out of three councils in Scotland that have a majority of elected members who are independents. The bulk of the islands are divided into two groups, the North and South Isles, and a feature of all the islands is the existence of Old Red Sandstone. With a mild climate and greatly fertile soil, agriculture continues to be the most significant part of the economy. Exportation of beef, cheese, whisky, beer and fish also continues to have a part in the economy, however there has been an increase in areas including retail, accounting for 17 per cent of total employment. Raising in standing are the wind and marine energy sources, and the island produces in excess of its annual electricity demand through these methods. According to the 2011 census, Orkney has a population of 20100, growing 11 per cent from the 2001 census. A number of festivals take place on the islands which bring in large numbers of locals and locals, such as the Orkney International Science Festival and the St. Magnus International Arts Festival occurring yearly in June. For all your home upgrades, make sure to make use of credible contractors in Orkney to make certain of quality.

Looking for Ground source heat pumps in Orkney?

Get free quotes from local renewable energy specialists

Get free quotes

Similar Customer Enquiries for Ground source heat pumps in Orkney

18 Jul

Heating | Ground Source Heatpumps

Orkney - KW17

Enquiry from: Michael R

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer in the orkney area made an enquiry a couple of projects including ground source heat pumps.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are yo...

Post a similar request >

16 Apr

Heating | Ground Source Heatpumps

Orkney - KW17

Enquiry from: Jack W

Start Date: Immediate

customer in kirkwall area has requested that we arrange quotes for their ground source heat pumps project.mr are considering various options and would like to discuss with a renewable energy directly....

Post a similar request >

25 Feb

Heating | Ground Source Heatpumps

Orkney - KW17

Enquiry from: Kelly B

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 property age: unknown what is your current source of heating for the renewable incentive: ...

Post a similar request >

11 May

Heating | Ground Source Heatpumps

Orkney - KW17

Enquiry from: Anne D

Start Date: Less than one month

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Is this for a Residential or Commerial Building: Domestic Other Forms: 373 Agreed to recieve quotes for selected products: Yes Please call to appoint

Post a similar request >

04 Aug

Heating | Ground Source Heatpumps

Stromness - KW16

Enquiry from: David S

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 property age: pre 1900 what is your current source of heating for the renewable incentive:...

Post a similar request >

26 Oct

Heating | Ground Source Heatpumps

Kirkwall - KW15

Enquiry from: Dennis S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached How many bedrooms does the property have: 1-2 Is your roof obstructed by: No obstructions What is the direction of the roof: S...

Post a similar request >

21 Jul

Heating | Ground Source Heatpumps

Kirkwall - KW15

Enquiry from: Gerry M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

home owner adequate ground space new install supplied & fitted time scale - immediate please call to appoint *

Post a similar request >

20 Feb

Heating | Ground Source Heatpumps

Kirkwall - KW15

Enquiry from: Gerry M

Start Date: 3+ months

Homeowner Ground source heat pump 6 bed - detached bungalow 7 bathrooms Easily accessible Supplied and installed Please contact to appoint *

Post a similar request >

Local & reliable renewable energy specialists near me

Tell us about your ground source heat pumps project

Answer a few quick questions, so we can match you with local renewable energy specialists who can help.

Find up to 4 renewable energy specialists in Orkney

Get free, no-obligation local ground source heat pumps quotes from 4 verified renewable energy specialists working in Orkney.

Hire with confidence

Compare customer reviews, services and prices, and choose the right tradesperson for you.

Our reviews

Average

Would highly recommend

Would highly recommend, they found me a firm which I was happy with a quote they give me and went ahead and had my job done within 2 days of enquiring.

Good easy way to find a selection of…

Good easy way to find a selection of trades you need all in one place.

Love LeadsDoWork it's a big part of my …

Love LeadsDoWork it's a big part of my Business I would recommend to anyone

FAQs

are ground source heat pumps worth the money?

If you’re thinking about installing ground source heat pumps for your home, you’ll definitely want to know whether or not its worth the money. In this article, we’re going to look at the various benefits and drawbacks of the heat pump to enable you make an informed purchase decision.

As a result of their high efficiency rate and low running cost, ground source heat pumps are incredibly low carbon heating system which are presently experiencing a rapid increase in popularity, therefore they can actually be a valuable investment. This type of heat pump utilizes the constant temperature of the ground to provide warmth to your home - either for a space or for water heating purposes. Upon installation, the cost of running ground source heat pump is relatively low. What’s more? This type of heating system is eligible for the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) which means you can also earn an extra income on the side as well. However, what makes most homeowners think twice before installing a ground source heat pump is the high cost of installation.

Heat pumps are greatly essential especially when it comes to minimizing the UK’s total carbon emissions. At present, there about 240,000 units of the heat pump installed and to help attain the UK’s 2050 Net Zero goals, an extra 19 million heat pumps will have to be installed. If you wish to help in the achievement of this goal, you can start by investing in a ground source heat pump. So let’s look at some of the pros and cons of the heat pump.

PROS

✓ Low running costs

✓ Low carbon heating

✓ Energy efficient

✓ Eligible for grants

✓ Increases property value

✓ Provides both cooling and heating

✓ Inexhaustible

CONS

✓ High installation costs.

✓ The soil type impact its level of efficiency.

✓ It can be hard to install in retrofits.

how deep for ground source heat pump?

If you’re considering installing ground source heat pump, it’s likely you’re also wondering just how deep it’ll go into the ground to be efficient. Well, the initial step to take while determining the ground source heat pump’s design is to research the different options available to reduce the space heating as well as hot water demand. To achieve this, there must be an accurate measurement of energy efficiency which is usually done by getting an Energy Performance Certificate ( EPC) . This is helpful as such that it helps to identify the most suitable or the right size of heat pumps which will help reduce the consumption of energy, heat loss as well as hot water needs of the house.

Generally, ground source heat pumps are usually more compatible with new builds against retrofits. What’s more? The heat pump has two different types of loop systems :

✓ The open loop system and;

✓ The closed loop system.

The open loop system absorbs water from the ground and transfers this ground water via a heat pump to where it carries out the extraction of heat. Meanwhile the closed loop system extracts heat from the ground and incorporates a continuous loop of piping that’s linked to the indoor heat pump. There are a few types of closed loop system, these includes:

✓ The Horizontal Ground Source Heat Pump. This is installed in horizontal trenches of about 1 to 2 metres deep. This is more common in areas where land is readily available.

✓ The Vertical Ground Source Heat Pump. These boreholes are a more costly option but it’s also the best option when land is not readily available for horizontal installation. The insulation hole is dug at a minimum of 6 metres into the ground, while the entire piping will be at a depth of about 50 to 150 metres based on your home’s heat requirements as well as the ground’s composition.

how efficient are ground source heat pumps?

If you’re thinking about the possibility of installing a ground source heat pump in your home, then it’s normal to consider how efficient they’re in heating up a house before going ahead to make a purchase decision. In this article, we are going to address this question to help you make an informed purchase decision.

We know you’d prefer a single, accurate answer to this question, but the fact is, there are several influencing factors that can play a key role in the efficiency of a ground source heat pump installation. These factors include whether or not the property is well insulated, the fitting of a well designed system and the quality of its installation, the heat source that’s being used as well as the heating distribution system and its size ( under floor heating or radiators ).

The Coefficient of Performance ( CoP) measurement is used to imply the efficiency of a heat pump. This is basically the ratio between the amount of heat energy generated by the ground source heat pump and the amount of electrical energy or fuel it consumes. Therefore, the Seasonal Coefficient of Performance ( SCoP) is usually taken as a realistic measurement to cover throughout the year as its based on CoP at varying conditions as well as a standardized climate.

You must, however, note that there is no established Coefficient of Performance for ground source heat pumps as they can be influenced by a lot of factors as well as testing conditions. When they’re properly fitted, ground source heat pumps can achieve a quite high Coefficient of Performance.

Generally, a ground source heat pump can generate about 3 to 4 kilowatts (kW) of heat for every 1 kilowatt to electricity or fuel it consumes. It’s able to achieve a higher efficiency when compared to its counterparts by using the freely available heat energy from the ground.

are ground source heat pumps noisy?

Are you interested in fitting a ground source heat hump in your home? If yes, then one of the thing you’d probably like to know is whether or not the heat pump is noisy. In this article, we seek to provide you with necessary information that’ll solve these mystery.

One thing you should when it comes to heating products is that they all make some noise. However, they’re usually a lot quieter when compared to fossil fuel heating systems. Generally, a ground source heat pump can reach within the range of 40 to 60 decibels depending on the manufacturer of the product as well as it’s installation.

The noise levels of heat pumps are a major concern for several homeowners. However, the fact is when the system becomes a nuisance or becomes noisy, that is always a sign of poor planning as well as poor quality installation. This is because heat pumps, in general, are not usually noisy.

In ground source heat pumps, volume isn’t quite associated due to the lack of a fan unit. However, it remains a very common question for homeowners who intends to install a ground source heat pump to ask whether or not the type of heat pump is noisy. Just like any other heating product, there are components in the ground source heat pump that produces some noise but this is always not as much as that of an air source heat pump. This is due to the fact that the heat coming from the ground is more consistent, hence the compressor’s power capacity wouldn’t be as high. What’s more? This type of heat pump doesn’t also work at full throttle which also plays a key role in its low noise level.

Placholder Image

Other Top Projects in Orkney

Customer Reviews

Overall rating:


Orkney Ground source heat pumps installers are rated 4.5 out of 5 based on 2 reviews of 2 pros.
The LeadsDoWork rating and review is an overall rating based on verified reviews and feedback from the customers with Ground source heat pumps projects that have been connected with Ground source heat pumps pros to help them. All Ground source heat pumps contractors All Orkney Ground source heat pumps contractors
What is the best heat pump? Published: 06/06/2014 A lot of people ask which the best heat pump is, but really this is the same as asking what the best of anything is. ... Read this article
Seven heat pump questions you should ask your installer Published: 13/05/2014 With the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme now up and running it’s easy to see that heat pumps have a bright future ahead. With this ... Read this article
10 things a good heat pump installer will ask Published: 13/05/2014 If you’ve chosen to go ahead with your renewable purchase and install a heat pump for your home, choosing a company to fit the equipment ... Read this article

Are you a renewable energy specialist in Orkney?

We can help you get more ground source heat pumps work with our qualified job leads and boost your business.

Join today