Brighton and Hove · Heat pump installation
East Saltdean air source heat pumps
Our engineers work in East Saltdean on air source heat pumps. A look at the job first, a fixed-price quote and written records at the end.
- No space for a hot water cylinder
- Deciding on the outdoor unit position
- Questions about the Boiler Upgrade Scheme
How we handle air source heat pumps in East Saltdean
We begin with a room-by-room heat loss survey. That tells us how much heat the home needs, room by room, so the heat pump and the radiators or indoor units can be sized properly. Sizing by rule of thumb isn’t good enough. The work covers air-to-air heat pumps, underfloor heating and air-to-water heat pumps, and the jobs we see most are checking whether planning permission is needed and wanting to stop using oil, LPG or gas for heating.
For a house near East Saltdean, space outside is rarely the problem, so heat loss, radiators and the electrics are what we check.
Equipment warranty comes from the manufacturer, on its own terms, and we explain those terms on your quote. Each brand sets its own conditions, and we’re happy to talk you through them.
- Place
- East Saltdean (BN2)
- Region
- Brighton and Hove
- Quotes
- A fixed price before work begins
- Costs
- £8,000–£16,000 (0% VAT on homes), before the grant
- Credentials
- F-Gas certified, NICEIC approved, MCS
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 30 October 2026
Your questions about air source heat pumps in East Saltdean
Does the Boiler Upgrade Scheme cover homes in East Saltdean?
Yes, the scheme covers homes in England, including East Saltdean, if they qualify. Whether your home qualifies, and for how much, depends on the type of heat pump and the heating it replaces. You do not apply yourself: the MCS certified installer does, which is us.
Is the coast a problem for outdoor units in East Saltdean?
It can, as East Saltdean is within about 1 mile of the sea, where salt in the air is hard on coils and fixings. We site outdoor units out of the worst of the sea wind where possible and can suggest models with corrosion protection where the manufacturer offers it.
Will my radiators work with a heat pump?
The heat loss survey answers that, room by room. Where a radiator is already large enough, it stays and any changes are in the quote.
Can you come out in an emergency?
Yes, 24/7. When you call, tell us the make, what’s happening and any error code, and we’ll advise on what to do next.
Who has to arrange F-Gas leak checks?
Responsibility is shared between the operator, normally whoever owns or controls the equipment, and the service technicians. The interval depends on the refrigerant charge, measured in tonnes of CO2 equivalent: at least yearly for 5 to under 50 tCO2e, and every 6 months for 50 to under 500 tCO2e.
How long will it take to install a heat pump?
A typical installation takes from a couple of days to around a week, depending on the system and how much of the heating changes. We plan the work so you’re without heating for as little time as possible and agreed before any work starts.
When will I hear back?
We reply to enquiries the same working day. If it’s an emergency, ring the 24/7 line instead.
Heat pumps in East Saltdean: local notes
East Saltdean lies within about 1 mile of the sea. Near the coast, we choose the outdoor unit position with salt-laden wind in mind. About 53% of homes across East Saltdean and its surrounding area date from 1945 to 1972, according to the Valuation Office Agency’s council tax figures, and Census 2021 figures found about 75% of households in detached or semi-detached houses. Whether the walls and loft have been insulated makes a real difference to the heat pump size for homes of that period. Houses typically have space for an outdoor unit and a hot water cylinder.
Historic houses such as Monk's House, about 3.2 miles north-east, are a reminder that listed homes need consent before a heat pump goes in.
East Saltdean is about 4 miles west of Newhaven, in Brighton and Hove. For air source heat pumps in and around East Saltdean, please call us on 07833 053749, or email if that’s easier for a fixed-price quote. Our area covers London and the South East, East Saltdean included. We cover 30 places across Brighton and Hove.
The closest recent job we can point to from East Saltdean was on Bridge Street, Newhaven (BN9), about 4 miles east: installing a Daikin precision cooling system with close temperature control for a production area where component quality was sensitive to temperature variation.
Wicklands Avenue, Oaklands Avenue and Brambletyne Avenue and the roads off them are all inside our area. Our working area takes in BN2 in full. Close to East Saltdean, our area also takes in Saltdean (1 mile west), Telscombe (1 mile east), Rottingdean (2 miles north-west), Ovingdean (2 miles north-west) and Rodmell (3 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Brighton (5 miles north-west), Brighton and Hove (7 miles west), Hove (7 miles west) and Carlton Hill (5 miles west).
What’s near East Saltdean
In East Saltdean, that means homes and buildings near Beacon Hill, Smugglers Rest pub and Peacehaven Community School, among other places. The closest station to East Saltdean is Southease station, about 3.3 miles north-east. A little further out are French Convalescent Home (3.5 miles west) and Planet Earth Museum (3.7 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Newmarket Hill and Beacon Hill Local Nature Reserve.
What air source heat pumps can’t fix
Some problems need a different service or another trade:
- Getting planning permission or listed building consent on your behalf
- Tax advice on your own circumstances
- Grants for hybrid systems or replacements of low-carbon systems
If in doubt, phone us on 07833 053749 or use the quote form and we’ll say what we think before booking.
What the work covers
- Underfloor heating
- Air-to-air heat pumps
- Homes heated by oil, LPG or gas
- Air-to-water heat pumps
- Hot water cylinders
- Radiator systems
Aftercare tips
So the system stays in good health:
- Ask about the grant before you commit
- Use the settings explained at handover
- File the MCS certificate safely
In cold, damp weather the outdoor unit runs a defrost cycle from time to time. It may give off steam or sound different for a few minutes, and that’s normal.
Keep the outdoor unit clear of leaves, plants and stored items. Airflow is what it runs on, so keep it clear all year.
Signs you need air source heat pumps in East Saltdean
For homes with no mains gas, heated by oil or LPG, a heat pump is well worth considering. Until March 2027, an extra £1,500 is available for air source and ground source heat pumps in homes heated by oil or LPG with no mains gas, subject to the scheme rules.
It’s time to call us if you’re dealing with:
- Questions about listed buildings or conservation areas
- Working out where a cylinder could go
- Deciding on the outdoor unit position
Period properties close to St Nicholas can suit a heat pump, though insulation and any heritage protection are checked first.
What to look for in a quote
- What paperwork you’ll receive afterwards
- Whether the company is F-Gas certified, and whether you can check it
- Whether extra work needs your approval first
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The process
Where something has to be switched off during the work, we agree it with you first, so you can plan around it. In a business, work can often be done one area at a time. On site, it takes a few days for most air-to-water installations, with air-to-air systems often quicker. Around East Saltdean, access is usually simple, though gates and garden access are worth mentioning.
- We find out about your home and the heating you have now.
- Every room’s heat loss is worked out on site.
- We design the system, check the radiators and cylinder and look at the outdoor unit position.
- A fixed-price quote explains the cost, the grant position and the VAT.
- Installation, commissioning and MCS registration complete the job.
How to prepare
- Let us know if the units are on a roof, a high wall or in a locked area
- Unlock any gate, garage or side passage we need
- Clear the space around the indoor unit, or where it will go
Ask for a quote
Every quote starts with a look at the job, either on a site survey or, for simple jobs, from your pictures and details. Then you get a fixed price before any work starts.
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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