Hampshire · Heat pump installation
Heat pump installation in Copythorne, Hampshire
Looking for air source heat pumps in Copythorne? We look at the job first, give you a fixed-price quote and do the work at a time that suits you, finishing with proper records.
- Not knowing whether a grant applies
- Replacing a combi boiler with a heat pump
- Comparing heat pump types
What happens on the day
Anything involving refrigerant is handled by F-Gas qualified engineers, as the law requires, while the electrical side is covered by our NICEIC approval. On the day, both are in the same hands. On site, it takes a few days on site, depending on the cylinder, the radiators and the pipework involved. Rural lanes and tight entrances are worth mentioning before a visit to Copythorne.
- First, a chat about the property and your goals for the heating.
- A survey covers heat loss, radiators, hot water and where the outdoor unit could sit.
- You get our view on the right type for the house, and on whether the Boiler Upgrade Scheme applies.
- The system is installed and connected to the controls.
- After commissioning, you get the MCS certificate and a handover.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions near the property
- Keep pets out of the rooms we’re working in
- Unlock any gate, garage or side passage we need
Getting a quote
To help us quote: the address and the type of property, a few photos, the brand and model of anything already fitted and any symptoms, from error codes to drips. Then phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Air source heat pumps in Copythorne, done properly
Air-to-air heat pumps can qualify for a £2,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, but only in some cases. The system must replace the existing fossil-fuel heating and meet the home’s full heating demand, it must be installed by an MCS certified installer, and it must be in a home, so an add-on next to a boiler is not eligible. The work covers hot water cylinders, radiator systems and air-to-water heat pumps, and people most often call us about deciding on the outdoor unit position and checking whether planning permission is needed.
In a place like Copythorne, some homes are listed, and permitted development does not cover listed buildings, so consent comes first.
Some manufacturers make regular servicing by a qualified engineer a condition of their warranty. Where yours does, a regular service with us keeps that side in order, and every service is written up.
- Where
- Copythorne (SO40)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Accreditations
- F-Gas certified company, NICEIC approved, MCS
- Response
- On the working day you ask
- Costs
- £8,000–£16,000 (0% VAT on homes), before the grant
- Quotes
- Fixed, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 30 October 2026
Looking after your system
Systems last better with the right care. We suggest:
- Find out the grant position at the survey
- Seal draughts where you can
- Avoid switching the heat pump on and off often
After commissioning, the installation is registered under MCS and you receive the certificate. Keep it with the manufacturer’s paperwork, as you may need it later.
Heat pumps prefer steady, low-temperature running as explained at handover.
Your questions about air source heat pumps in Copythorne
Is planning permission needed for a heat pump in Copythorne?
The answer turns on the property and where the outdoor unit would sit. The Forest North East Conservation Area takes in the middle of Copythorne. A heat pump on a house can be permitted development if it meets the conditions, including the MCS noise check, but not within the grounds of a listed building, and in a conservation area the outdoor unit cannot face a road. Where needed, we check with New Forest council, which is usually the planning authority for Copythorne.
Do you cover smaller places like Copythorne?
We do. Villages and hamlets get the same service as the bigger towns. We’re based in East Grinstead and plan each visit so the job can be finished in one trip where possible.
What accreditations do you have?
F-Gas certified, NICEIC approved and MCS certified for heat pumps, and we are Checkatrade members. Our engineers also hold the individual F-gas qualifications needed to work on refrigerant.
Do you offer maintenance contracts?
Yes. Send details of the systems and how they’re used and we’ll propose a schedule and quote for it. Leak checks required by the F-gas rules can be built in for larger systems.
Do you work on commercial properties?
Yes. From one rented home to commercial buildings, we work the same way: a look first, a fixed-price quote and written records.
Will you work on another installer’s system?
Yes. We look at it first and tell you what we find, including anything about the original installation that needs putting right. Any work is priced before it goes ahead.
Can I do any of the installation myself?
No, not the refrigerant side. Under the F-gas rules, it must be done by qualified engineers from a certified company, and a new circuit is notifiable under Part P unless a registered electrician, such as a NICEIC approved contractor, does it.
Heat pumps in Copythorne: local notes
Census 2021 figures found about 90% of households in detached or semi-detached houses. Detached and semi-detached houses normally have room for the outdoor unit and a cylinder.
Older homes near Church of St Mary may need extra checks for planning and heat loss before a heat pump is designed.
Copythorne is about 2 miles west of Totton, in Hampshire. Properties in Copythorne get the same service as everywhere we cover: a look at the job first, a fixed-price quote and written records at the end. 683 places in Hampshire are on our list, large and small. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 48 miles away.
Every address in SO40 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover homes and businesses on Pound Lane, Vicarage Lane and Copythorne Crescent and nearby roads. Neighbouring places we cover include Winsor (1 mile south-east), Newbridge (1 mile north-west), Cadnam (1 mile south-west), Bartley (1 mile south) and Ower (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (14 miles north-east), Eastleigh (10 miles east), Chandler's Ford (8 miles north-east) and Hedge End (11 miles east).
Landmarks near Copythorne
We fit and service air conditioning in homes and premises around Compass Inn. Copythorne’s nearest station is Ashurst New Forest station, roughly 3.1 miles south-east. Nearby you’ll also find Eling Experience (3.2 miles east) and Tatchbury Mount Hospital (1.3 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Copythorne Common.
Different systems, different jobs
Heat loss surveys
We look at walls, windows, floors, roofs and ventilation along with the room sizes.
Air-to-air heat pumps
Air-to-air heat pumps warm rooms through indoor units and can cool them in summer. They do not heat hot water so you’ll need another way to heat it.
When to call us in Copythorne
When a home is being extended or renovated, it’s a good moment to look at heat pumps. Pipework, radiators and space for a cylinder are easier to plan while work is going on.
Keep an eye out for these signs:
- Working out where a cylinder could go
- Working out whether radiators need upsizing
- Finding a place for the outdoor unit
Landford Manor lies about 4.6 miles north-west. Owners of listed homes need consent before a heat pump is fitted, so it’s one of our first questions.
Before you book anyone
- What paperwork you’ll receive afterwards
- Whether they looked at the job before pricing it
- Which brand and model they’re proposing, and why
What else we do in Copythorne
From one of our customers
“Excellent service from start to finish. Two wall-mounted units installed in our home. Clean, tidy work: they protected all the floors and left no mess. The systems work brilliantly. Would highly recommend.”
Sarah M., East Grinstead