A community centre has cut its energy bills after a successful boiler upgrade.
The project, completed in November last year, was carried out by plumbing and heating specialists, Humphrey & Crockett Ltd.
The team was approached by Mike Shears and the trustees at Pickett 20 Community Centre to convert their existing, inefficient gas boiler and hot water installation to a more efficient, renewable system.
The company used their expertise to install two German-made Stiebel Eltron heat pumps, along with a buffer hot water cylinder, to meet the centre's needs.
The community centre was successful in receiving the full £7,500 boiler upgrade scheme grant, with the remaining funding provided by Test Valley Borough Council.
The new system has reduced the centre's running costs and ensured it remains warm throughout the winter.
Paul Humphrey, company director, said: "I valued the opportunity to work on a larger community project that has that more personal connection to my own home town.
"Furthermore, it was good to serve the community to make inroads into making Andover greener, Andover people warmer and costs streamlined in a time of tightening budgets."
The centre, which is frequently used for various activities, classes, clubs, and private parties, is now looking to start a community warm hub in the near future.
Humphrey & Crockett have kept up to date with the latest technological advances, allowing them to log in remotely and adjust the system if required.
The project has been hailed as a "win-win" for all involved.
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