Air-to-air heat pumps in Birmingham
A free survey, a clear specification and a fixed price for air-to-air heat pumps in Birmingham.
- Free site survey and fixed written quote
- Unit sizes, refrigerant and price set out in writing
- Work planned around your opening hours
How much does an air-to-air heat pump cost in Birmingham?
Our guide range in Birmingham is £1,650–£3,950 per zone before VAT; a typical job (shop or office heated and cooled by 2–4 units) is £4,450–£13,500 plus VAT. The fixed price follows a free survey.
An air-to-air heat pump takes heat from the outside air and releases it indoors as warm air — the same equipment as reverse-cycle air conditioning, sized and set up for heating.
Birmingham and surrounding areas
Birmingham is one of the main commercial centres in the West Midlands, with city-centre offices, retail streets, hospitality venues and business parks on its edges.
We work across Birmingham's postcode districts, including B1, B2, B3, B4, B5 and B7. We also cover Smethwick, West Bromwich and Shirley, all within easy reach of Birmingham. In Birmingham, outdoor unit positions are often the deciding factor: a rear flat roof or yard is usually straightforward, while a front elevation may need landlord or planning consent first.
What is included
- Heat loss and heat gain assessment
- Units selected for low-temperature heating output
- Outdoor units positioned for air flow and defrost drainage
- Controls with schedules and set-back temperatures
- Running-cost guidance against your current heating
Local guide prices for Birmingham
Prices below include our regional adjustment for the West Midlands (no change from the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wall-mounted heat pump unit | £1,650–£2,950 | £1,980–£3,540 | per zone |
| Cassette heat pump unit | £2,450–£3,950 | £2,940–£4,740 | per zone |
| Floor-standing console unit | £1,950–£3,450 | £2,340–£4,140 | per zone |
| Removal of old electric heaters | £45–£125 | £54–£150 | per heater |
Ex VAT, supply and install.
How a job in Birmingham works
Heat loss survey
We assess fabric, glazing and ventilation to size for winter as well as summer.
Design
Units are chosen for their heating output at low outdoor temperatures, not just their cooling rating.
Install
Outdoor units go where defrost water can drain safely and air flow is not restricted. We keep work areas in Birmingham screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Set controls
Schedules and set-backs are configured so the system heats efficiently.
What to think about in Birmingham
Defrost water
Outdoor units shed water and ice when they defrost. They need a drained position away from walkways.
Roof and height work
Flat roofs, high walls and atriums need the right access equipment and edge protection. We plan towers, MEWPs or scaffold before the job, not on the day.
Air direction
Warm air rises, so units are set to direct air down when heating.
Neighbours and noise
Outdoor units near flats — common above shops — need careful siting so noise at neighbours' windows stays low. We choose positions and quieter units with that in mind.
Premises we work in around Birmingham
- Salons and spas: comfortable salons and treatment rooms despite dryers, lamps and steam.
- Retail and shops: comfortable shop floors, stockrooms and entrances, even with the door open.
In England, systems holding 5 tonnes CO2 equivalent of refrigerant or more fall under GB F-gas rules, with regular leak checks and records; buildings with more than 12 kW of air conditioning in total also need a periodic energy inspection.
Questions about air-to-air heat pumps in Birmingham
How much does an air-to-air heat pump cost in Birmingham?
Guide prices in Birmingham run from about £1,650 to £3,950 per zone, plus VAT. A typical job (shop or office heated and cooled by 2–4 units) costs £4,450–£13,500 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Smethwick, West Bromwich and Shirley?
Yes. Alongside Birmingham, we also cover Smethwick, West Bromwich and Shirley. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Birmingham?
All of them, including B1, B2, B3 and B4. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Is it cheaper than electric heaters?
In most cases, yes. A heat pump delivers several kWh of heat per kWh of electricity, while panel heaters deliver one. Actual savings depend on the system, building and tariff.
Will we still need other heating?
Often not, but in some buildings a small back-up for the coldest days is sensible. We advise at survey.
Get a guide price for Birmingham
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.