Air-to-air heat pumps in Kent
Cooling and heating for offices, shops and hospitality venues in Kent, 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 Kent?
Our guide range in Kent is £1,895–£4,550 per zone before VAT; a typical job (shop or office heated and cooled by 2–4 units) is £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.
Kent and surrounding areas
We cover all of Kent, including Maidstone, Gillingham, Chatham, Royal Tunbridge Wells and Folkestone. We quote for premises right across Kent, including rural and edge-of-town sites.
Postcode districts we cover include BR8, CT10, CT21, ME1, ME11, TN1, TN15 and TN30. For air-to-air heat pumps in Kent, the survey looks at where the outdoor unit can go, how pipework will reach the indoor units and whether the electrical supply has capacity.
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
Prices in Kent
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 Kent
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 Kent 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 Kent
Winter output
Heating output falls as it gets colder outside, so we size against winter design temperatures.
Working hours
Most Kent businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Building fabric
Draughty or poorly insulated premises need more heating capacity; simple draught-proofing can reduce the size needed.
Leased premises
If your Kent 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.
Types of premises we cover in Kent
- 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).
Questions about air-to-air heat pumps in Kent
How much does an air-to-air heat pump cost in Kent?
Guide prices in Kent 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 Essex, East Sussex and London?
Yes. Alongside Kent, we also cover Essex, East Sussex and London. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Will we still need other heating?
Often not, but in some buildings a small back-up for the coldest days is sensible. We advise at survey.
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.
Get a guide price for Kent
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.