Air-to-air heat pumps in Didcot
Cooling and heating for offices, shops and hospitality venues in Didcot, with a free site survey and a fixed written quote.
- 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 Didcot?
Budget roughly £1,895–£4,550 per zone ex VAT in Didcot. For a typical job — shop or office heated and cooled by 2–4 units — expect £5,095–£15,500 plus VAT. Your exact price is fixed in writing once we have surveyed.
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.
Didcot and surrounding areas
Didcot has a compact centre of shops, cafés and offices, with business units on its outskirts. Oxford is about 16 km away.
We cover every Didcot postcode, including OX11. We also work in nearby Abingdon, Oxford and Thatcham. In Didcot, 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
- Commissioning and handover
- Running-cost guidance against your current heating
Air-to-air heat pumps prices in Didcot
These guide prices are adjusted for the South East, where labour and access costs run about 15% above the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wall-mounted heat pump unit | £1,895–£3,395 | £2,274–£4,074 | per zone |
| Cassette heat pump unit | £2,795–£4,550 | £3,354–£5,460 | per zone |
| Floor-standing console unit | £2,250–£3,950 | £2,700–£4,740 | per zone |
| Removal of old electric heaters | £50–£145 | £60–£174 | per heater |
Ex VAT, supply and install.
How it works in Didcot
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. In Didcot we agree timings around your opening hours.
Set controls
Schedules and set-backs are configured so the system heats efficiently.
Before you book in Didcot
Defrost water
Outdoor units shed water and ice when they defrost. They need a drained position away from walkways.
Working hours
Most Didcot businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Air direction
Warm air rises, so units are set to direct air down when heating.
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.
Types of premises we cover in Didcot
- Retail and shops: comfortable shop floors, stockrooms and entrances, even with the door open.
- Salons and spas: comfortable salons and treatment rooms despite dryers, lamps and steam.
Compliance in England: refrigerant work falls under GB F-gas rules, and buildings with more than 12 kW of air conditioning in total need a periodic energy inspection (often called TM44).
Questions about air-to-air heat pumps in Didcot
How much does an air-to-air heat pump cost in Didcot?
Guide prices in Didcot run from about £1,895 to £4,550 per zone, plus VAT. A typical job (shop or office heated and cooled by 2–4 units) costs £5,095–£15,500 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Abingdon, Oxford and Thatcham?
Yes. Alongside Didcot, we also cover Abingdon, Oxford and Thatcham. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Didcot?
All of them, including OX11. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Do outdoor units ice up?
They frost in cold, damp weather and run short defrost cycles automatically. Drainage is planned so the water does not freeze on a path.
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.
Get a guide price for Didcot
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.