Vertical ground source heat pumps are highly efficient and sustainable heating systems.  They are costly to install because drilling narrow bore holes 75 to 200 metres deep is required. 

If you can do it, it’s a great idea, but what could go wrong?

As per many episodes of Grand Designs, by the end of their house build people are often having a baby, getting a divorce or falling out with their builder!

Your relationship with your builder is expensive and could last a long time - mutual respect and understanding is the key!

People used to pay a fortune to have a wired in “surround sound” music system installed across their whole house, only to find that they don’t often listen whilst in the bath or use for the wild parties they thought they would have. 

Technology moves fast, so don’t over invest in today’s fad.