10/06/2026
💨 Thinking about keeping your home perfectly comfortable this year, but worried about energy bills?
A common question we get asked is: "How much does an air conditioning unit or air-source heat pump actually cost to run?"
To give you a completely transparent look, here is a fantastic cost breakdown based on Ofgem’s official standard electricity cap of 24.67p/kWh.
💡 The Secret is "Inverter Technology"
Many people look at a 5.0 kW system and think it continuously uses massive amounts of power. It doesn’t! ❌
The magic happens once the room reaches your target temperature. Modern inverter systems scale their power output right down to maintain the climate.
Instead of running at the maximum cost, your system will operate in the much lower "Typical Running Cost" column most of the day:
Small rooms (2.5 kW system): Just 5p – 12p per hour!
Medium rooms (5.0 kW system): Just 10p – 20p per hour!
🔧 Why Professional Sizing Matters
You only get these ultra-low running costs if your system is matched perfectly to your room. If a system is too small, it will work too hard and burn energy. If it’s too large, you are paying for capacity you don't need.
That is exactly why we conduct a Free Property Survey before every installation—ensuring you get maximum efficiency, lower bills, and a system built to last.
📈 Important Energy Cap Update
Please note that Ofgem's updated price cap takes effect on 1 July 2026. The national average rate will rise slightly to 26.11p/kWh, meaning these hourly running costs will tick up by roughly 5.8% next month. However, compared to old gas boilers or inefficient electric radiators, an inverter heat pump remains one of the smartest, most cost-effective investments you can make for your home.
📞 Book Your Free Survey Today!
Beat the summer rush and lock in your energy-efficient home comfort solution. Let our team size up the perfect system for your space.
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