The Boiler Upgrade Scheme stipulates a minimum efficiency of 280pc – meaning the heat pump produces 2.8kWh of heat for every 1kWh of electricity it consumes – compared to just 83pc for the ...

And what types of skills do you need to pull off your own installation? Here's how you can decide if a DIY heat pump is right for you. Like most things, there's no one-size-fits-all answer here.