Air-to-air heat pumps in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles
Air-to-air heat pumps in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles, sized to the real heat load of your premises rather than guessed from the floor area.
- Survey by arrangement, travel charge quoted first
- 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 Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles?
Budget roughly £1,750–£4,150 per zone ex VAT in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles. For a typical job — shop or office heated and cooled by 2–4 units — expect £4,650–£14,195 plus VAT. For remote and island locations, a travel charge (ferry fares and any accommodation at cost, plus travel time) is quoted as a fixed amount in writing before anything is booked.
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.
Working in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles
We cover Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles by arrangement, including Stornoway, Kirkwall and Lerwick. Wherever your premises are, the survey, quote and installation follow the same steps.
Postcode districts we cover include HS1, HS3, HS5, HS7, HS9, KW16, ZE1 and ZE3. For air-to-air heat pumps in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles, the survey looks at where the outdoor unit can go, how pipework will reach the indoor units and whether the electrical supply has capacity.
We cover Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles by arrangement: a travel charge (ferry fares and any accommodation at cost, plus travel time) is quoted as a fixed amount in writing before anything is booked. We group visits where we can to keep it down.
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 Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles
Guide prices for Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles, set for the north of Scotland. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wall-mounted heat pump unit | £1,750–£3,095 | £2,100–£3,714 | per zone |
| Cassette heat pump unit | £2,550–£4,150 | £3,060–£4,980 | per zone |
| Floor-standing console unit | £2,050–£3,595 | £2,460–£4,314 | per zone |
| Removal of old electric heaters | £45–£130 | £54–£156 | per heater |
Ex VAT, supply and install.
How it works in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles
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 Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles we agree timings around your opening hours.
Set controls
Schedules and set-backs are configured so the system heats efficiently.
Before you book in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles
Building fabric
Draughty or poorly insulated premises need more heating capacity; simple draught-proofing can reduce the size needed.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles often come down to access — loading restrictions, parking for the van and getting equipment onto a roof. We check this at survey and plan deliveries around it.
Air direction
Warm air rises, so units are set to direct air down when heating.
Working hours
Most Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Who we work with in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles
- 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 Scotland: refrigerant work falls under GB F-gas rules, and systems with an effective output of 12 kW or more need a periodic energy inspection (often called TM44).
Your questions answered
How much does an air-to-air heat pump cost in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles?
Guide prices in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles run from about £1,750 to £4,150 per zone, plus VAT. A typical job (shop or office heated and cooled by 2–4 units) costs £4,650–£14,195 plus VAT. For Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles, a travel charge is added and quoted in writing before the survey is booked.
Do you also cover Highland and Argyll and Bute?
Yes. Alongside Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles, we also cover Highland and Argyll and Bute. 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.
Is it cheaper than electric heaters?
In most cases, yes. A heat pump delivers several kWh of heat per kWh of electricity, while panel heaters deliver one. Actual savings depend on the system, building and tariff.
Need air-to-air heat pumps in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles?
Visits to Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles are by arrangement: a travel charge (ferry fares and any accommodation at cost, plus travel time) is quoted as a fixed amount in writing before anything is booked.