Air-to-air heat pumps in Dover
Air-to-air heat pumps for businesses in Dover — 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 Dover?
In Dover, guide prices 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) usually comes to £5,095–£15,500 plus VAT. You get a fixed written quote after the 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 Dover
Businesses in Dover range from independent shops and restaurants to offices, clinics and warehouses.
That includes premises in CT16 and the surrounding districts. We also work in nearby Folkestone, Deal and Canterbury. Air-to-air heat pumps in Dover is priced from a written specification: unit sizes, positions, pipe routes, condensate, electrics, controls and commissioning are all listed.
Included as standard
- 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
- Commissioning and handover
Air-to-air heat pumps prices in Dover
Prices below include our regional adjustment for the South East (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 we work in Dover
Heat loss survey
We assess fabric, glazing and ventilation to size for winter as well as summer. For sites in Dover we confirm access and parking beforehand.
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.
Set controls
Schedules and set-backs are configured so the system heats efficiently.
What to think about in Dover
Building fabric
Draughty or poorly insulated premises need more heating capacity; simple draught-proofing can reduce the size needed.
Leased premises
If your Dover premises are leased, the landlord's written consent is usually needed for external units, wall penetrations and roof access. We provide drawings and data sheets for the request.
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.
Premises we work in around Dover
- 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.
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.
FAQs for Dover
How much does an air-to-air heat pump cost in Dover?
Guide prices in Dover 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 Folkestone, Deal and Canterbury?
Yes. Alongside Dover, we also cover Folkestone, Deal and Canterbury. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Dover?
All of them, including CT16. 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.
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.
Talk to us about your premises in Dover
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.