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Heat Pump Saves Retiree £500, Calls it Game-Changer
6 Feb
Summary
- Heat pump user enjoys consistently warm home, unlike boiler fluctuations.
- Government scheme offered £7,500 off upfront cost for heat pump installation.
- Retiree's monthly heating bill was £60, with £500 credit from March to September.
Geoff Shepherd, a 59-year-old retiree from Atherton, Greater Manchester, has embraced heat pump technology, reporting consistent home warmth and substantial cost savings.
He switched from a gas boiler, finding the heat pump maintains a steady temperature without fluctuations. Shepherd benefited from the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, which provided £7,500 off the initial installation cost.
Octopus Energy recommended the Cosy 6 model for his home. Installation, which included temporary heating, took four days and was described as stress-free.
Shepherd aimed to reduce his carbon footprint and protect against future energy price hikes. He installed solar panels and a battery alongside the heat pump.
His monthly bills from November to January were approximately £60. He also reported being £500 in credit between March and September, anticipating a payback period of six to seven years.
The heat pump operates quietly and maintains a comfortable indoor climate, managed easily through the Octopus Energy app.
