Air-to-air heat pumps in Shirley
Air-to-air heat pumps for businesses in Shirley — surveyed, designed and priced in writing before any work starts.
- 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 Shirley?
In Shirley, guide prices run from about £1,650 to £3,950 per zone, plus VAT. A typical job (shop or office heated and cooled by 2–4 units) usually comes to £4,450–£13,500 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.
Covering Shirley and nearby
In Shirley, typical premises are high-street shops, offices above them, surgeries, salons and local industrial units. Solihull is about 3 km away.
We work across Shirley's postcode districts, including B90, BH23, CR0, DE6 and SO15. Nearby, we also cover Solihull (about 3 km), Birmingham (about 10 km) and Smethwick (about 14 km). In Shirley, outdoor unit positions are often the deciding factor: a rear flat roof or yard is usually straightforward, while a front elevation may need landlord or planning consent first.
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
- Running-cost guidance against your current heating
Air-to-air heat pumps prices in Shirley
These guide prices are adjusted for the West Midlands, where labour and access costs run at about the UK guide level.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wall-mounted heat pump unit | £1,650–£2,950 | £1,980–£3,540 | per zone |
| Cassette heat pump unit | £2,450–£3,950 | £2,940–£4,740 | per zone |
| Floor-standing console unit | £1,950–£3,450 | £2,340–£4,140 | per zone |
| Removal of old electric heaters | £45–£125 | £54–£150 | per heater |
Ex VAT, supply and install.
How a job in Shirley works
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 Shirley we agree timings around your opening hours.
Set controls
Schedules and set-backs are configured so the system heats efficiently.
Things to check in Shirley
Defrost water
Outdoor units shed water and ice when they defrost. They need a drained position away from walkways.
Leased premises
If your Shirley 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.
Winter output
Heating output falls as it gets colder outside, so we size against winter design temperatures.
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.
Types of premises we cover in Shirley
- 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.
Two rules matter for most businesses in England: GB F-gas rules (leak checks from 5 tonnes CO2e) and the periodic energy inspection for more than 12 kW of air conditioning.
Questions about air-to-air heat pumps in Shirley
How much does an air-to-air heat pump cost in Shirley?
Guide prices in Shirley run from about £1,650 to £3,950 per zone, plus VAT. A typical job (shop or office heated and cooled by 2–4 units) costs £4,450–£13,500 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Solihull, Birmingham and Smethwick?
Yes. Alongside Shirley, we also cover Solihull, Birmingham and Smethwick. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Shirley?
All of them, including B90, BH23, CR0 and DE6. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
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.
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 Shirley
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.