Air-to-air heat pumps in Ilford
From a single room to a whole floor: air-to-air heat pumps in Ilford, 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 Ilford?
Budget roughly £2,095–£5,050 per zone ex VAT in Ilford. For a typical job — shop or office heated and cooled by 2–4 units — expect £5,695–£17,295 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.
Ilford and surrounding areas
Premises in Ilford are often in mixed-use buildings with shared roofs and tight access, so outdoor unit positions are agreed early.
We cover every Ilford postcode, including IG1, IG4 and IG5. Neighbouring towns we cover include Barking, Leytonstone and Stratford. In Ilford we work with offices, shops and hospitality premises, from a single room to a whole floor; each job starts with a heat load check rather than a guess from the floor area.
What you get
- 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
Local guide prices for Ilford
Prices below include our regional adjustment for London (28% above the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wall-mounted heat pump unit | £2,095–£3,795 | £2,514–£4,554 | per zone |
| Cassette heat pump unit | £3,150–£5,050 | £3,780–£6,060 | per zone |
| Floor-standing console unit | £2,500–£4,395 | £3,000–£5,274 | per zone |
| Removal of old electric heaters | £60–£160 | £72–£192 | per heater |
Ex VAT, supply and install.
The steps for a project in Ilford
Heat loss survey
We assess fabric, glazing and ventilation to size for winter as well as summer. For sites in Ilford 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.
Things to check in Ilford
Air direction
Warm air rises, so units are set to direct air down when heating.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Ilford are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
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.
Typical premises in Ilford
- 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).
Common questions from businesses in Ilford
How much does an air-to-air heat pump cost in Ilford?
Guide prices in Ilford run from about £2,095 to £5,050 per zone, plus VAT. A typical job (shop or office heated and cooled by 2–4 units) costs £5,695–£17,295 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Barking, Leytonstone and Stratford?
Yes. Alongside Ilford, we also cover Barking, Leytonstone and Stratford. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Ilford?
All of them, including IG1, IG4 and IG5. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
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.
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 Ilford
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.