Air-to-air heat pumps in Essex
From a single room to a whole floor: air-to-air heat pumps in Essex, planned around your trading hours.
- 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 Essex?
In Essex, guide prices run from about £1,795 to £4,250 per zone, plus VAT. A typical job (shop or office heated and cooled by 2–4 units) usually comes to £4,795–£14,595 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.
Our coverage in Essex
We cover all of Essex, including Southend-on-Sea, Basildon, Colchester, Chelmsford and Harlow. Each town below has its own page with local guide prices.
Postcode districts we cover include CB9, CM7, CM19, CO3, CO14, RM18, SS7 and SS99. Air-to-air heat pumps in Essex is priced from a written specification: unit sizes, positions, pipe routes, condensate, electrics, controls and commissioning are all listed.
What the job covers
- 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 Essex
These guide prices are adjusted for the East of England, where labour and access costs run about 8% above the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wall-mounted heat pump unit | £1,795–£3,195 | £2,154–£3,834 | per zone |
| Cassette heat pump unit | £2,650–£4,250 | £3,180–£5,100 | per zone |
| Floor-standing console unit | £2,095–£3,750 | £2,514–£4,500 | per zone |
| Removal of old electric heaters | £50–£135 | £60–£162 | per heater |
Ex VAT, supply and install.
From enquiry to handover in Essex
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 Essex screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Set controls
Schedules and set-backs are configured so the system heats efficiently.
Points to plan for in Essex
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.
Leased premises
If your Essex 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.
Typical premises in Essex
- 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.
FAQs for Essex
How much does an air-to-air heat pump cost in Essex?
Guide prices in Essex run from about £1,795 to £4,250 per zone, plus VAT. A typical job (shop or office heated and cooled by 2–4 units) costs £4,795–£14,595 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover London, Hertfordshire and Kent?
Yes. Alongside Essex, we also cover London, Hertfordshire and Kent. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
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 Essex
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.