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START YOUR DESIGN JOURNEY
Start Your Heat Pump Design Journey
Get the right design before choosing your heat pump
A heat pump installation starts with understanding your home.
Every property is different.
The right heating system depends on:
- how much heat your home loses
- your existing heating system
- your hot water requirements
- your available space
- your electrical supply
- your future plans for the property
At Heat Loss Hub, we believe the design should come before the equipment.
Not every home needs the same solution.
Not every property needs the biggest heat pump.
Not every existing radiator needs replacing.
The correct answer comes from understanding the building first.
Start by telling us about your property and we will help identify the right next step for your heat pump project.
YOUR ENQUIRY
Tell Us About Your Property
The guided enquiry below takes a few minutes. Start with what you already know — you can add plans, documents and photos as you go.
Prefer email? Write to us at hello@heatlosshub.co.uk and we will pick it up the same way.
Why Start With Design?
A heat pump is not simply a replacement boiler.
It is a complete heating system that needs to work together.
A good design considers:
The Heating System
- heat loss
- radiators
- underfloor heating
- pipework
- flow temperatures
- controls
The Hot Water System
- cylinder size
- bathrooms
- showers
- occupancy
- recovery requirements
The Installation
- heat pump location
- cylinder location
- primary pipe routes
- electrical requirements
- access and servicing
The purpose of the design journey is to understand these areas before decisions are made.
You Do Not Need To Be a Heat Pump Expert
One of the biggest barriers for homeowners is knowing where to start.
You may already be asking:
- Is my home suitable for a heat pump?
- What size heat pump would I need?
- Will my radiators work?
- Do I need underfloor heating?
- Where would the cylinder go?
- How much will it cost?
- Should I improve insulation first?
These are exactly the questions the design process is there to answer.
Those are design decisions.
Your job is simply to tell us about your home.
Tell Us About Your Project
Our guided enquiry process will ask questions about your property and your plans.
The information helps us understand which route is right for you.
Existing Property
Are you replacing your current heating system?
We will look at:
- current boiler or heating system
- fuel type
- existing radiators
- hot water arrangement
- available heat pump locations
- electrical considerations
The aim is to understand how the existing home can transition to a heat pump.
Renovation or Extension
Are you changing the property?
We will consider:
- the existing building
- proposed extensions
- insulation improvements
- floor changes
- new rooms
- heating alterations
The design should reflect the finished property, not the house before the renovation begins.
New Build or Self Build
Are you designing a new home?
We can help consider:
- architectural plans
- insulation specification
- heating strategy
- UFH or radiator design
- cylinder location
- heat pump position
- service routes
A new build provides the best opportunity to design the heating system without compromise.
What Information Should I Have Ready?
Do not worry if you do not have everything.
Start with what you already know.
Useful information includes:
Property Details
- address
- property type
- age
- bedrooms
- bathrooms
- approximate floor area
Existing Heating
- current fuel
- boiler details
- radiators
- underfloor heating
- hot water cylinder
Documents
If available:
- EPC
- floor plans
- architectural drawings
- renovation plans
- construction details
Photos
Helpful photos include:
- boiler
- cylinder
- consumer unit
- radiators
- potential heat pump location
- external areas
You can start with the information you already have. There is a fuller list in our guide to what information is needed for a heat pump quote.
What Happens After You Submit?
- 01
Tell Us About Your Property
The guided questionnaire collects the basic information needed to understand your project.
- 02
We Review Your Requirements
Your information is reviewed to understand what type of project you have, what information is available and what may be needed next.
- 03
We Identify the Correct Path
Not every project needs the same level of support.
Depending on your situation, the next step may be:
Initial Advice →For homeowners exploring whether a heat pump is suitable.Heat Loss Assessment →For understanding the heating requirement of the property.Full Technical Design →For projects requiring detailed system design.Independent Design Review →For homeowners who already have quotes and want an expert assessment.
Why Better Information Creates Better Heating Systems
Many heat pump problems start before installation.
They begin with assumptions.
A system designed without enough information can lead to:
- incorrect heat pump sizing
- unnecessary radiator replacements
- unsuitable flow temperatures
- poor installation planning
- unexpected additional costs
The aim of the design journey is simple:
Understand the property first. Design the system second. Install the equipment third.
It is also what makes a heat pump installation quote something you can compare properly.
Independent Heat Pump Design
Heat Loss Hub focuses on the technical side of heat pump projects.
The design should be based on:
- your property
- your heating requirements
- your future plans
Not simply the products someone wants to sell.
A good design should explain:
- why the heat pump has been selected
- what temperatures it will operate at
- whether existing heating components are suitable
- what improvements may be required
- what the installation involves
What Makes Heat Loss Hub Different?
Engineering First
We look at:
- heat loss
- emitter performance
- flow temperatures
- hydraulic design
- practical installation details
Clear Advice
Sometimes the answer is:
“Your home is suitable for a heat pump.”
Sometimes the answer is:
“These improvements should be considered first.”
Either way, the advice should be based on the property.
A Better Starting Point
A heat pump is a significant investment.
The first step should not be choosing a product.
It should be understanding the project.
READY TO TAKE THE FIRST STEP?
Start Your Heat Pump Design Journey
Tell us about your property and your plans.
Our guided enquiry process will help identify the information needed and the most appropriate next step.
You do not need technical knowledge.
You do not need to have all the answers.
You simply need to start.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to know what size heat pump I need before starting?
No.
Sizing the heat pump is part of the design process.
Do I need a heat loss calculation before contacting you?
No.
The purpose of the enquiry is to understand your project and identify what information is needed.
Do I need plans or drawings?
Only if you have them.
They are particularly useful for new builds, extensions and major renovations.
Can you help if I already have heat pump quotes?
Yes.
An independent design review can help compare proposals, assumptions and system choices.
Do I need to replace all my radiators?
No.
Existing radiators should be assessed based on room heat loss and operating temperatures.
Is every home suitable for a heat pump?
Many homes can be suitable, but suitability depends on the property, heating system and design approach.
START WITH YOUR PROPERTY
Start With Your Property — Not a Product
The best heat pump projects begin with understanding the home.
Tell us where you are in your journey and we will help identify the next step.