Heat Pump Facts for Scotland
<Key heat pump facts for Scottish homeowners: installation costs £8,000–£14,000, efficiency is 300–400% (3–4 kWh heat per 1 kWh electricity), lifespan is 20–25 years, annual servicing costs £100–£150, all brands we compare are rated for -25°C or lower, and interest-free credit up to £30,000 is available subject to status. Zero-rated VAT applies until 31 March 2027.
Last updated: 1 November 2026
p class="text-lg text-paper/70 max-w-2xl leading-relaxed">Key figures every Scottish homeowner should know when comparing air source heat pumps. All facts are sourced from manufacturer specifications, government data and industry standards.Last updated: 1 November 2026
Typical cost range
£8,000–£14,000
Installation for a standard Scottish home, before any finance
Finance
Interest-free credit up to £30,000
Subject to status
Zero-rated VAT
Until 31 March 2027
Applies to residential heat pump installations
Efficiency
300–400%
3–4 kWh of heat per 1 kWh of electricity
Lifespan
20–25 years
Compared with 10–15 years for a gas boiler
Annual service
£100–£150
Similar to a boiler, no combustion parts to wear out
Cold-weather rating
-25°C to -28°C
All six brands we compare operate well below Scottish winter averages
Brands compared
6
Daikin, Mitsubishi, Vaillant, NIBE, Samsung and Octopus Cosy
Installation time
2–3 days on site
Full project typically 2–4 weeks from first call to handover
Noise level
40–55 dB
Comparable to a modern fridge at 1 metre
Refrigerants
R32 and R290
R290 (Vaillant) has the lowest global warming potential at GWP 3
Installer standard
MCS-certified
We install through MCS-certified partners
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