Air-to-air heat pumps in East Sussex
Cooling and heating for offices, shops and hospitality venues in East Sussex, 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 East Sussex?
Budget roughly £1,895–£4,550 per zone ex VAT in East Sussex. For a typical job — shop or office heated and cooled by 2–4 units — expect £5,095–£15,500 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.
East Sussex and surrounding areas
We cover all of East Sussex, including Brighton, Eastbourne, Hastings, Hove and Bexhill-on-Sea. Wherever your premises are, the survey, quote and installation follow the same steps.
Postcode districts we cover include BN1, BN8, BN23, BN50, RH18, TN20, TN34 and TN40. Buildings across East Sussex range from converted period offices to modern units with deep ceiling voids, so we measure each site rather than relying on a standard package.
What you get
- Heat loss and heat gain assessment
- Outdoor units positioned for air flow and defrost drainage
- Controls with schedules and set-back temperatures
- Commissioning and handover
- Running-cost guidance against your current heating
Prices in East Sussex
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 it works in East Sussex
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 East Sussex screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Set controls
Schedules and set-backs are configured so the system heats efficiently.
Before you book in East Sussex
Winter output
Heating output falls as it gets colder outside, so we size against winter design temperatures.
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.
Building fabric
Draughty or poorly insulated premises need more heating capacity; simple draught-proofing can reduce the size needed.
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.
Types of premises we cover in East Sussex
- 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.
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).
FAQs for East Sussex
How much does an air-to-air heat pump cost in East Sussex?
Guide prices in East Sussex 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 West Sussex, Surrey and Kent?
Yes. Alongside East Sussex, we also cover West Sussex, Surrey and Kent. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
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.
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 East Sussex
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.