Heat pumps and central heating
Choosing the right heat pump or heater for your home can be challenging, but it doesn't have to be. We’re here to help you choose the right heating for your home. From heat pumps to central heating to heaters, we’ve got you covered. Full supply and install + 0% interest payment plans available.
With additional funding from Budget 2020, you could save up to $3,000 on a heat pump. Terms and conditions apply - find out if you’re eligible.
Across the Wellington region we offer:
Free property assessment and quote - Our home energy experts will advise the options available, and those best suited for your home and budget.
Expert advice and education - You can have access to a detailed, customised action plan on how to keep your home warm, healthy and energy efficient.
Full supply and install service - Our professional and experienced electricians will ensure the install meets our years of high standards.
Low-cost repayment plans - Our customers can pay off the cost off their new heating system over up to 12 months with our 0% interest repayment plan.
Heat pump subsidy - are you eligible?
As of May 15th, low-income homeowners are eligible for a heat pump subsidy of 90% off the cost for the main living space, up to a maximum of $3,000.
The criteria to be able to access this funding is as follows:
Homeowner needs to live in the home.
Homeowner needs to have a Community Services Card OR live in a low income area. Unsure if this applies to you? Check out our blog post with a list of eligible addresses in Wellington.
Home must be properly insulated for both ceiling and underfloor - or been assessed by an insulation provider contracted to EECA who have said that insulation cannot be installed.
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Contact us for a free assessment I 0508 78 78 24 option 1
+ About heating?
To prevent illness and create a comfortable, healthy environment, the World Health Organisation recommends homes are at least 18C, or higher for more vulnerable groups like children, the elderly and people who are unwell.
+ Why does it need to be checked?
The right heating for a home depends on how the home and each room is used, as well as room sizes, insulation, the building construction, region, and available energy sources.
There are many different heating options, features and benefits on the market. Heating can be expensive so it's important to choose the most energy efficient option for your home and budget. Old products such as oil column heaters, unflued gas heaters and some heat pumps can be inefficient, expensive and even dangerous.
+ What's reccomended?
To maintain temperatures of 18C or more, most homes need fixed and appropriately-sized heating for living areas and radiant heaters for bedrooms. Full home solutions such as central heating and ducted heat pumps are increasingly popular.
Good insulation makes homes easier and cheaper to heat, as it keeps heat inside where it's needed. Best practice is to insulate before you heat.
+ Find out more
Consumer NZ's Winter and Heating Guide is excellent. It summarises features and benefits of popular heating products like full home ducted heat pumps and electric heaters, including average running costs. Download the desktop or mobile version. Visit the Energywise website for information on the types of heaters, sizing, running costs and environmental impacts. Visit the EcoShop for heating from Sustainability Trust.
Heat pump or air conditioner? Your questions answered...
What’s the difference between a heat pump and an air conditioner?
A heat pump is an air conditioning unit that can reverse itself to generate heat, which not all air conditioners can do. In hot countries air conditioners are more popular, but the ability to both heat and cool means heat pumps are much more popular in NZ.
What are ducted heat pumps?
A ducted heat pump is a system that uses air ducts in your roof space or underfloor to warm or cool multiple rooms at the same time. They are increasingly popular as whole home heating systems because they allow homeowners to control the heating in specific rooms, and their small vents are also a more discrete option.
What are the best heat pumps in NZ?
We supply and install heat pumps from the most respected brands in the industry, including:
Our home energy experts will advise and provide a no-obligation quote for the best solution for your home.
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