Air-to-air heat pumps in the Scottish Borders
Air-to-air heat pumps in the Scottish Borders, sized to the real heat load of your premises rather than guessed from the floor area.
- 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 the Scottish Borders?
Budget roughly £1,595–£3,795 per zone ex VAT in the Scottish Borders. For a typical job — shop or office heated and cooled by 2–4 units — expect £4,250–£12,950 plus VAT. Your exact price is fixed in writing once we have surveyed.
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.
The Scottish Borders and surrounding areas
We cover all of the Scottish Borders, including Hawick, Galashiels, Peebles and Kelso. We quote for premises right across the Scottish Borders, including rural and edge-of-town sites.
Postcode districts we cover include EH26, EH44, ML12, TD3, TD6, TD9, TD12 and TD15. For air-to-air heat pumps in the Scottish Borders, the survey looks at where the outdoor unit can go, how pipework will reach the indoor units and whether the electrical supply has capacity.
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
- Commissioning and handover
- Running-cost guidance against your current heating
Air-to-air heat pumps prices in the Scottish Borders
Guide prices for the Scottish Borders, set for Scotland. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wall-mounted heat pump unit | £1,595–£2,850 | £1,914–£3,420 | per zone |
| Cassette heat pump unit | £2,350–£3,795 | £2,820–£4,554 | per zone |
| Floor-standing console unit | £1,850–£3,295 | £2,220–£3,954 | per zone |
| Removal of old electric heaters | £45–£120 | £54–£144 | per heater |
Ex VAT, supply and install.
From enquiry to handover in the Scottish Borders
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. In the Scottish Borders we agree timings around your opening hours.
Set controls
Schedules and set-backs are configured so the system heats efficiently.
Before you book in the Scottish Borders
Building fabric
Draughty or poorly insulated premises need more heating capacity; simple draught-proofing can reduce the size needed.
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.
Shared buildings
In multi-let buildings, roof space, risers and plant areas are often controlled by a managing agent. We work to their permits and method-statement requirements.
Who we work with in the Scottish Borders
- 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.
Two rules matter for most businesses in Scotland: GB F-gas rules (leak checks from 5 tonnes CO2e) and the periodic energy inspection for systems of 12 kW or more.
FAQs for the Scottish Borders
How much does an air-to-air heat pump cost in the Scottish Borders?
Guide prices in the Scottish Borders run from about £1,595 to £3,795 per zone, plus VAT. A typical job (shop or office heated and cooled by 2–4 units) costs £4,250–£12,950 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover the Lothians, Edinburgh and Fife?
Yes. Alongside the Scottish Borders, we also cover the Lothians, Edinburgh and Fife. 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.
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.
Talk to us about your premises in the Scottish Borders
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.