HeatShift: Smarter, Simpler Heating for Your Home
Upgrade from gas to a more efficient and sustainable energy solution.
A better way to upgrade from gas
Switching to a heat pump shouldn’t mean turning your home upside down. With HeatShift, Green Squirrel Energy offers a smarter path — one that balances cost, comfort, and performance without unnecessary upgrades or disruption.
We focus on what actually matters:
- Lower running costs
- Minimal changes to your home
- Fast, clean installation
- A system designed around how you live, not just technical ideals
What is HeatShift?
HeatShift is our practical, data-led approach to heat pump installation. Instead of assuming your home needs a full overhaul, we:
1. Assess your property and current heating system
2. Identify what can be retained
3. Design a system that works efficiently within real-world constraints
The result? A heating system that delivers comfort and savings — without overengineering.
Midea
Heat Pumps
Mitsubishi
Heat Pumps
Alpha Magis
Heat Pumps
Why “most efficient” isn’t always best
You’ll often hear that the goal is to install the most efficient possible heat pump system.
But here’s the reality: The most efficient system on paper is not always the best financial choice in practice.
Highly optimised systems can require:
- Larger radiators throughout the home
- New pipework
- Hot water cylinder upgrades
- Significant upfront cost increases
These changes can push installation costs far beyond what most households need — and in many cases, the payback simply doesn’t stack up.
Grants and Funding Support
Heat pumps may be eligible for government grants and incentives, such as the Boiler Upgrade Scheme. Our team can help you understand what funding is available and support you through the application process where applicable.
The Octopus Energy factor
Energy tariffs are changing the game. With providers like Octopus Energy offering:
- Time-of-use tariffs (cheaper electricity at off-peak times)
- Smart heat pump tariffs designed for flexibility
- Lower overnight rates
It becomes possible to run a heat pump very cheaply — even if the system isn’t “perfectly efficient.”
What this means for you?
- A slightly less efficient system can still be cheaper to run overall
- You can take advantage of low-cost electricity periods
- Upfront savings often outweigh marginal efficiency gains
In short:
Smart tariff + smart design beats expensive over-optimisation
Two approaches, one expert team
At Green Squirrel Energy, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all. That’s why we provide two tailored options:
HeatShift
(Practical & Cost-Effective)
- Minimal disruption to your home
- Uses as much of your existing system as possible
- Lower upfront installation cost
- Designed to work with smart tariffs
Designed to work with smart tariffs
OptimalShift
(Maximum Performance)
- Fully optimised system design
- Higher efficiency and lower flow temperatures
- May include radiator and system upgrades
- Higher upfront investment
Best for: those prioritising peak efficiency and long-term optimisation.
Why choose Green Squirrel Energy?
We’re not just installers — we’re heat pump specialists.
- Deep expertise in system design and real-world performance
- Independent advice focused on your best outcome
- Transparent comparison between options
- No bias toward over-specifying your system
- Award winning service
- Octopus energy partner of the year
Make the right shift
Heat pumps are the future — but how you install them matters. With HeatShift, you get:
- A smarter path to low-carbon heating
- Lower upfront costs
- A system designed for today’s energy market
Our goal is simple: Help you make the most informed, financially sound decision for your home.
We also offer:-
- Tesla Powerall
- Under floor heating design and install
- Three phase upgrades
- Groundwork's
- Garden works to enable installs
- Bathroom installs and design to enable cylinder install
- New kitchen appliance supply and install to allow zero gas and removing the standing charge
- Consultancy to help you design your solution
- Car chargers
- Servicing and optimisation
- Rescue renewables for those that had poor installs under the eco schemes will help you sort out any issues
- Advice on how an electric car fits your system
Meet Us
Join us at one our free energy independence events. Or visit one the homes or our previous customers.
Meet the owner of Green squirrel energy at his gas zero, net zero home in Cheshire for a coffee and see how he transformed his home with solar, battery , heat pump, groundworks, new hobs, and two electric cars bought used after 12 months saving £50,000 on full cost and being able to drive 210 miles for £6.50
Get Started Today
We’ll assess your home and provide:
- A HeatShift design
- An OptimalShift design
- Clear costs, savings, and performance comparison
So you can choose with confidence.