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£9,000 Heat Pump Grant for Oil & LPG Homes 2026

We’re incredibly proud to share this exciting news. After years of training, installations, assessments and hard work, Busy Energy is now officially recognised as an Octopus Energy Cosy Accredited Installer. For us, this isn’t just another badge or logo. It’s recognition from one of the UK’s most respected renewable energy companies that our installation standards, customer service and technical expertise meet the high standards they expect for their customers. And for homeow

We hear it all the time. "I love the idea of a heat pump, but I'm just not ready yet." Maybe the upfront cost feels like a stretch right now. Maybe you're waiting to see how things settle with grants and energy prices. Maybe you just want to do a bit more research before making a big decision. That's completely understandable. Heat pumps are a brilliant long-term investment, but they're not the right move for everyone at exactly this moment. Here's what we want Yorkshire home

Energy Bills Are Dropping in April – Here's How to Save Even More 💰 If you've seen the news this week, you'll already know that good news is coming for your energy bill. Ofgem confirmed that the energy price cap is falling by 7% from 1st April 2026, dropping to £1,641 per year for a typical dual-fuel household – that's a saving of around £117 a year, or roughly £10 a month. After a few rough years for household energy costs, this is a genuinely welcome moment. And here at Bu

Right now, air conditioning is probably the last thing on your mind. It’s cold. Dark. You’re wrapped in layers and wondering if summer will ever show up again. Spring is meant to be here, but it gets later every year! But if the last few Yorkshire summers have taught us anything, it’s this – when the heat arrives, it arrives fast. And when it does, air conditioning install slots disappear even faster. Every year at Busy Energy, we see the same pattern. As soon as those first

Thinking about installing a heat pump in your Yorkshire home but not sure where to start? You’re not alone. With rising energy costs, changing regulations and a growing focus on sustainability, more homeowners across Yorkshire are looking at heat pumps as a long-term, future-proof solution. One of the most common questions we’re asked is: “Can I buy a heat pump that’s made in the UK?” The answer might surprise you. Yes, you absolutely can – and there are more UK-built heat pu

Yorkshire weather can be unpredictable but that does not mean renewable energy cannot work brilliantly here. In fact combining solar panels with a heat pump is one of the most effective ways to future-proof your home reduce bills and gain energy independence across all seasons. At Busy Energy we install combined solar and heat pump systems across Yorkshire every week and here is why they work so well together. ⸻ ☀️ Can Solar Panels Work in Yorkshire? Yes. Solar panels do not

Winter in Yorkshire has a way of exposing weaknesses in old heating systems. Cold corners. Uneven temperatures. Rooms that never quite warm up no matter how high the thermostat is set. If your home suffers from cold spots every winter you are not alone. Many properties across Leeds York Selby Hull Harrogate and surrounding villages were built long before modern heating efficiency was a priority. At Busy Energy we see it every day and this is where heat pumps consistently outp

If you’re searching for a trusted, local renewable energy installer in Yorkshire who’s backed by one of the UK’s most popular energy suppliers, you’re in the right place. Busy Energy is officially an Octopus Energy Trusted Partner, and we’re buzzing to finally shout about it. 🐙🐝 This partnership isn’t something handed out lightly. Octopus Energy is known for exceptional customer service, low-cost tariffs, green energy innovation and unbeatable customer rewards. They only ch