PumpChic have developed an augmented reality tool to place a heat pump in your own space and see what it would look like. Through PumpChic you can also hear the heat pump to get an idea of the sound they make (spoiler: they are very quiet!). 

Using your smartphone or tablet, scan a QR code or visit the one of the links below. Now go to the real world location you would like to view the pump or tank (see positioning guidance further down). Click "View in AR" and your phone or tablet will go into camera mode. Point it at the ground where you want the pump or tank to appear. It can take a minute to load so be patient. When it appears, you can:

• reposition it by holding and dragging with one finger
• or rotate/resize it using two fingers (it should look about 1m wide - if it doesn't, try moving the pump slightly with one finger and the size should correct itself).

Try viewing it from different angles. You can also take photos and videos to share on social media.

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Small pump (~5-12 kW)

Scan or click this option if you have a small to medium (e.g. 1-3 bedroom) or better insulated home. See the positioning instructions above. (This doesn't show a particular model of heat pump, but is similar in size and form to some available on the market to give you a good idea of appearance.)

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Large pump (~12-20 kW)

Scan or click this option if you have a larger (e.g. 4+ bedroom) and/or less well insulated home. See the positioning instructions above. (This doesn't show a particular model of heat pump, but is similar in size and form to some available on the market to give you a good idea of appearance.)

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Wall mounted small pump (~5-12 kw)

Scan or click this option if you have a small to medium (e.g. 1-3 bedroom) or better insulated home, and are thinking about getting your heat pump installed at height. See the general positioning instructions above. (This doesn't show a particular model of heat pump, but is similar in size and form to some available on the market to give you a good idea of appearance.) Note that this visualisation shows a pump mounted with the lower edge 2m above the ground.

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Hot water tank (200 litre)

Scan or click this option to see smaller to average sized tank. Typically it is positioned out of the way in a cupboard. It is also better for it to be near to your heat pump, so as little heat as possible is lost from the pipe connecting the two. For the AR view, you might find it easier just to put it in the middle of a room and get a good look at it!