Why is a heat pump a good investment?
A smart choice for your house and wallet
With a heat pump, your energy costs get lower every month. You can increase the value of your house and contribute to a sustainable future. Subsidies make the purchase more affordable, so you can start saving right away.
What does a heat pump cost?
A heat pump system starts at € 3499 including installation and after subsidy deductions. That makes it much more affordable than most people think. Especially when you take into account that you start saving on energy costs right away.
The total price consists of:
- The heat pump itself and all necessary parts.
- The installation by our own Coolbluers.
- The national ISDE subsidy, which subsidizes a lot of the costs.
The final price depends on your house and which heat pump you choose. With a starter model like the Weheat Flint hybrid, you're already taking a big step in the right direction.
Why is it a good investment?
A heat pump is an investment that earns itself back. You save on your energy costs every month and receive a subsidy for the purchase. That way, you can pay for sustainable heating more easily. For example, you can pay for a heat pump via:
- ISDE subsidy: in 2025, you receive between € 2350 and € 3025 depending on the model. If you get a heat pump with an A+++ energy label, you even receive € 225 extra.
- The Warmtefonds. Loan with a 0% or low interest and pay it back in installments while saving on your energy bill right away.
- The sustainability deposit via your mortgage or family mortgage.
- Own savings. If you have this, a heat pump often yields more than the interest on your savings account.
How much do you save with a heat pump?
A heat pump works on the power grid instead of gas and is much more efficient than a central heating boiler. This saves you a lot on gas, while your energy consumption increases limitedly.
- With a hybrid heat pump, you consume up to 80% less gas.
- With a fully electric heat pump, you don't consume gas anymore.
- The average savings run up to € 1000 per year in a well-insulated house.
A heat pump also ensures a much lower CO2 emission, between 30 and 65% less on average depending on your house and system.
How well does a heat pump work?
A heat pump doesn't consume much energy, but creates a lot of heat with it. That's useful, as you consume less energy to keep your house warm.
On average, a heat pump makes 4 to 5 units of heat with 1 unit of energy. That's 4 to 5 times more than you put in.
It works a bit better in summer than it does during winter, but it remains a smart an efficient way to heat your home year round.
What does a heat pump really yield?
A heat pump lasts 15 years on average. During that time, you save on your energy costs every year and the value of your house often increases thanks to a better energy label. Some banks even offer an interest rate discount on sustainability improvements.
If you add everything, you end up with a yield of 6 to 9% per year. That much more than you get on your savings account or most investments.
The payback period is between 5 and 8 years on average.
What are the maintenance costs?
A heat pump doesn't need much maintenance. That saves time and money compared to a central heating boiler that you have to get checked every year.
At Coolblue Energy, you can conclude a service contract. We'll keep an eye on your heat pump remotely. Is something not working well? We'll let you know and find a solution together. You also get an overview of how well your heat pump works every year.
Do you still need maintenance? You'll receive a discount on the costs.
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We understand that choosing a heat pump isn't something you do every day. That's why we're here to help you every step of the way, from advice to quote and installation. Contact us for free advice.