Air-to-air heat pumps in the Lothians
Cooling and heating for offices, shops and hospitality venues in the Lothians, 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 the Lothians?
Budget roughly £1,595–£3,795 per zone ex VAT in the Lothians. For a typical job — shop or office heated and cooled by 2–4 units — expect £4,250–£12,950 plus VAT. You get a fixed written quote after the 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.
Where we work around the Lothians
We cover all of the Lothians, including Livingston, Musselburgh, Bathgate, Bonnyrigg and Penicuik. We quote for premises right across the Lothians, including rural and edge-of-town sites.
Postcode districts we cover include EH10, EH20, EH25, EH31, EH36, EH41, EH49 and TD13. Buildings across the Lothians range from converted period offices to modern units with deep ceiling voids, so we measure each site rather than relying on a standard package.
Included as standard
- 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
Air-to-air heat pumps prices in the Lothians
Prices below include our regional adjustment for Scotland (4% below the UK guide).
| 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 Lothians
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 the Lothians screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Set controls
Schedules and set-backs are configured so the system heats efficiently.
Points to plan for in the Lothians
Defrost water
Outdoor units shed water and ice when they defrost. They need a drained position away from walkways.
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.
Working hours
Most the Lothians businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Typical premises in the Lothians
- 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 Scotland: GB F-gas rules (leak checks from 5 tonnes CO2e) and the periodic energy inspection for systems of 12 kW or more.
Questions about air-to-air heat pumps in the Lothians
How much does an air-to-air heat pump cost in the Lothians?
Guide prices in the Lothians 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 Edinburgh, Fife and Stirling, Falkirk and Clackmannanshire?
Yes. Alongside the Lothians, we also cover Edinburgh, Fife and Stirling, Falkirk and Clackmannanshire. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
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.
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.
Get a guide price for the Lothians
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.