Who is this for?
This guide is specifically for tradespeople. It covers what you need to do before and during installation.
Advantages of a heat pump installation
- Cheaper to run than oil and gas boilers
- Reduce carbon emissions by using renewable heat from the air or ground
- Highly efficient conversion rate of energy to heat
- Options for cooling during the summer, making it an air conditioner
Step 1 - Choosing the right system for the property
How well a property is insulated plays an important role in the size of heat pump you select and how efficient it's going to be as, compared to a gas or oil boiler, heat pumps produce heat at a lower but more constant temperature. Things to consider include:
- Cavity/wall insulation
- Loft insulation
- Double glazing
Also look at how well floors are insulated if you're dealing with a much older house.
If insulation or the age of the property is a concern, choose a hybrid system; this combines a heat pump with a small electric boiler to give a higher heat output.
For more advice, please call 01534 505460.
Step 2 - Complete an Electricity Supply Enquiry (ESE) form
Complete the ESE form to ensure the home's electricity service and local network can accept the additional load. This important step protects you and your customer!
The ESE form is an editable PDF. You can complete it using a computer, or print it and fill it out by hand.
Electricity Supply Enquiry
157kbStep 3 - Return the completed ESE to our team
By email
ese@jec.co.uk
By post / by hand
ESE Team
Jersey Electricity
The Powerhouse
Queens Road
St Helier JE4 8NY
By hand only
Customer Service desk at the Powerhouse
Step 4 - We confirm receipt of your application
Once we've received your completed ESE form, we will send you written confirmation and begin processing your application.
Step 5 - Plan your installation
Plan your installation. If you comply with our Approved Heating Guidelines, your customer can benefit from our Economy 20 Plus discounted heating tariff.
Step 6 - Changing tariff?
If your customer is changing tariff, you will also need to submit a Connection of Meter form quoting your ESE number from your confirmation letter.
Please send your completed form to our Metering Team by the following methods:
By email
By post / by hand
Metering Team
Jersey Electricity
The Powerhouse
Queens Road
St Helier JE4 8NY
By hand only
La Collette Power Station Reception.
Connection of Meter form
164kbStep 7 - Installation
Air source heat pumps are usually positioned on the ground. They include an outdoor unit (the heat pump) and an indoor module connected to your heating system
Firstly, you need a suitable place to place the outdoor unit with reasonable clearance around it. This ideally needs to be sheltered from the elements and safe from tampering by passers-by.
Once both units are fitted on to their mountings, water or refrigerant and drain hose pipes are connected and insulated, inside and out. You can then connect the heat pump to the indoor heating system.
CosyCare Maintenance
Get peace of mind with year-round maintenance cover for your electric heating system, hot water supply and air conditioning.
Speak to Energy Solutions
If you can’t find the help you need, choose an option below to speak to our Energy Solutions team.
