Air-to-air heat pumps in Cornwall
Air-to-air heat pumps for businesses in Cornwall — surveyed, designed and priced in writing before any work starts.
- 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 Cornwall?
Our guide range in Cornwall is £1,695–£4,095 per zone before VAT; a typical job (shop or office heated and cooled by 2–4 units) is £4,650–£14,050 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.
Working in Cornwall
We cover all of Cornwall, including Redruth, Falmouth, St Austell, Truro and Camborne. We quote for premises right across Cornwall, including rural and edge-of-town sites.
Postcode districts we cover include EX22, PL15, PL26, PL33, TR5, TR12, TR19 and TR27. Buildings across Cornwall range from converted period offices to modern units with deep ceiling voids, so we measure each site rather than relying on a standard package.
Included as standard
- Heat loss and heat gain assessment
- Units selected for low-temperature heating output
- Controls with schedules and set-back temperatures
- Commissioning and handover
- Running-cost guidance against your current heating
Guide prices in Cornwall
Prices below include our regional adjustment for the South West (4% above the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wall-mounted heat pump unit | £1,695–£3,050 | £2,034–£3,660 | per zone |
| Cassette heat pump unit | £2,550–£4,095 | £3,060–£4,914 | per zone |
| Floor-standing console unit | £2,050–£3,595 | £2,460–£4,314 | per zone |
| Removal of old electric heaters | £45–£130 | £54–£156 | per heater |
Ex VAT, supply and install.
The steps for a project in Cornwall
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 Cornwall screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Set controls
Schedules and set-backs are configured so the system heats efficiently.
Local points to consider
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.
Winter output
Heating output falls as it gets colder outside, so we size against winter design temperatures.
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 Cornwall
- 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.
Common questions from businesses in Cornwall
How much does an air-to-air heat pump cost in Cornwall?
Guide prices in Cornwall run from about £1,695 to £4,095 per zone, plus VAT. A typical job (shop or office heated and cooled by 2–4 units) costs £4,650–£14,050 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Can air conditioning really heat a building?
Yes. Reverse-cycle air conditioning is a heat pump. Sized for heating, it can be the main heat source for many commercial premises.
Does it work in freezing weather?
Modern units are designed to heat well below freezing, though output reduces as it gets colder. We size for that.
Talk to us about your premises in Cornwall
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.