The Smart Switch: Why Clive Traded His Gas Boiler for a Modern Heat Pump

“The system works better than the combi. That’s all I’ll say.”

When Clive needed to upgrade his home’s heating, he didn’t just want a new boiler—he wanted a future-proof, modern solution. Through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) and Improveasy’s local expertise, he discovered he could secure a cutting-edge Air Source Heat Pump for a lower cost than a standard gas boiler.

Watch the full video to see how Clive future-proofed his home without the costly price tag.

Why Clive made the switch

 

Zero “Upgrade Tax”:

“The whole upgrade has cost… £2,500. My new boiler was going to cost £4,200. So old technology for more money”

By leveraging the BUS grant, he secured a leading Worcester Bosch air source heat pump for the same upfront cost as a standard gas boiler.

Future-Proof Efficiency:

“You get the engineer out and they come, they fix [the combi boiler], and a month later, it’s breaking down again.”

Clive explains it would have cost “£4,200 to replace the combi boiler and just give you something which is old technology really.”

He swapped a system prone to expensive repairs for clean, modern technology designed for the long haul.

Enhanced Comfort:

“We have a lovely, even temperature throughout the house. You’ve got instant hot water.”

From the initial research to the final install, the process was handled by our local experts, ensuring he got the same heating and hot water he had with his old gas boiler, but with the massive efficiency and consistency of 21st-century technology.

A Collaborative Experience:

“The best thing for me is they discussed it all with me”

From the initial planning and BUS grant paperwork to the final tidy installation, our team kept Clive fully involved with transparent, jargon-free communication at every stage.