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Heat Pump Installers in Brecon & Powys

Thermal Earth installs heat pumps across Brecon, Powys, and the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park. This stunning part of mid-Wales has a high proportion of off-gas-grid homes, making it one of the strongest areas in the UK for heat pump installations.

Whether you have a stone farmhouse, a rural cottage, or a modern property in Brecon town, we design ground source and air source heat pump systems that suit your property and deliver reliable, low-cost heating year-round.

Our Work in the Brecon Area

  • Farmers Welsh Lavender, Brecon — a ground source heat pump installation for this well-known local business, using boreholes to provide heating and hot water for commercial and residential buildings on site
  • Multiple rural properties — we have installed heat pumps in farmhouses, barns, and converted buildings throughout Powys, many previously reliant on oil heating

Heating Challenges in Powys

Powys has the lowest population density of any county in Wales, and the vast majority of homes are off the gas grid. Most rely on oil, LPG, or electric storage heaters — all expensive and increasingly uneconomical. A heat pump typically reduces heating costs by:

  • 40% to 60% compared to oil
  • 50% to 70% compared to LPG
  • Up to 50% compared to electric storage heaters

Powys properties often have larger gardens, making ground source heat pumps with horizontal collectors a cost-effective option. Where space is limited, borehole systems need only a few square metres of access for the drilling rig.

The Brecon area experiences colder winters than coastal Wales, which is where ground source heat pumps particularly shine. Unlike air source units, ground source systems draw heat from underground where temperatures remain stable at 10–12°C year-round, delivering consistent performance even in the coldest weather.

Grants for Powys Homeowners

The £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant is available to all homeowners in Wales and has been extended to 2030. For off-gas-grid homes replacing oil or LPG, the grant covers a significant portion of the total installation cost. Additional Welsh Government support through the Nest Scheme may also be available.

Free Consultation in Brecon and Powys

Our team regularly works across the Brecon and Powys area. Contact Thermal Earth for a free site assessment, or call us to discuss your project with one of our experienced engineers.

Why Choose Thermal Earth in Brecon and Powys?

Thermal Earth is the specialist choice for rural and off-grid properties in the Brecon and Powys area:

  • 20+ years of experience with 3,500+ installations, many in rural mid-Wales
  • Ground source specialists — ideal for Powys properties where colder winters make ground source the better performer
  • Own drilling rigs — our in-house team understands Powys geology and can drill in challenging terrain
  • MCS certified — full £7,500 BUS grant application handled
  • Off-grid expertise — we have extensive experience replacing oil and LPG systems in remote properties
  • Comfort Care and remote monitoring — especially valuable for rural properties where quick response matters

Areas We Cover in Powys

We install heat pumps across Brecon, Builth Wells, Hay-on-Wye, Crickhowell, Llandrindod Wells, Rhayader, Llanwrtyd Wells, Talgarth, Sennybridge, and surrounding villages and rural areas throughout the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park and wider Powys region.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a heat pump cost in the Brecon area?

Air source systems cost £8,000 to £18,000, and ground source £18,000 to £45,000 before the grant. Many Powys properties have large gardens suited to horizontal trench collectors (£16,000–£28,000), which cost less than boreholes. After the £7,500 BUS grant, a well-suited system can start from around £8,500.

Are ground source heat pumps better than air source in Powys?

For many Powys properties, yes. Ground source heat pumps draw heat from underground where temperatures stay stable at 10–12°C year-round, regardless of how cold the air gets. This gives them COP ratings of 4.0–5.0 compared to 2.8–3.5 for air source. In Powys’s colder winters, this efficiency advantage translates to noticeably lower running costs. Ground source also operates silently — ideal for quiet rural settings.

My farmhouse is very old — can I still get a heat pump?

Yes. We regularly install heat pumps in older Welsh farmhouses, stone cottages, and converted barns. The key is proper system design — our engineers carry out a detailed heat loss survey and design the system to match your property’s specific characteristics. Pairing a heat pump with underfloor heating works particularly well in older properties, providing even warmth at low flow temperatures.

What grants are available for Powys homeowners?

The £7,500 BUS grant is available to all Welsh homeowners. The Nest Scheme and Green Homes Wales offer additional support for eligible households. For off-gas-grid properties replacing oil or LPG, the combined funding can cover a substantial portion of the total cost.

How long does installation take in a rural property?

Air source installations take 2–3 days. Ground source systems typically take 3–5 days for indoor works plus drilling time. For remote properties, we plan logistics carefully to minimise disruption. Our own drilling rigs give us scheduling flexibility that third-party contractors cannot match.

Do I need planning permission in the National Park?

Most air source heat pump installations fall under permitted development, even within the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park. Ground source systems rarely need permission as the works are underground. However, listed buildings and some National Park-specific rules may apply. We check planning requirements as part of every site assessment and advise accordingly.