Greater London · Heat pump installation
Heat pump installation in Kidbrooke, Greater London
Air source heat pumps for Kidbrooke and the surrounding area: diagnosis first, then a fixed-price quote, the work and written records. Ask us for a fixed-price quote.
- Deciding on the outdoor unit position
- Moving away from fossil-fuel heating
- Radiators that may be too small for a heat pump
What a heat pump looks like in Kidbrooke
The Valuation Office Agency’s council tax figures show about 60% of homes in and around Kidbrooke date from 1919 to 1939. Homes of that age often have cavity walls that may or may not be insulated, which the survey checks. London homes can be short of space for an outdoor unit and cylinder, which affects the choice of heat pump.
If you live near Kidbrooke station, the survey compares air-to-water and air-to-air for your home before anything is quoted.
Kidbrooke is about 2 miles north of Eltham, in Greater London. Whether you’re in the middle of Kidbrooke or further out, our engineers cover air source heat pumps, from a single room to a whole building. Across Greater London, we cover 764 places, and Kidbrooke is one of them.
Not far from Kidbrooke, a recent job of ours was on Greenwich High Road, Greenwich (SE10), about 2 miles north-west: installing a Mitsubishi Electric wall-mounted unit in the retail area and a second unit in the stockroom and office.
We cover homes and businesses on Brome Road, Briset Road and Nesbit Road and the roads around them. We work across the SE3, SE9 and SE18 postcode area and the streets around it. Places around Kidbrooke that are also on our list: Well Hall (1 mile south-east), Shooter's Hill (1 mile east), Middle Park (1 mile south), Horn Park (1 mile south-west) and Blackheath (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as London (6 miles west), City of Westminster (9 miles west), Marylebone (9 miles north-west) and Kensington (11 miles west).
What’s near Kidbrooke
In Kidbrooke, that means homes and buildings near Thomas Tallis School, The Halley Academy and Eltham Common, among other places. The closest station to Kidbrooke is Kidbrooke station, about 0.7 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Brook General Hospital (0.5 miles north-east) and Lewisham Shopping Centre (2.4 miles west). The countryside around Kidbrooke includes Birdbrook Road Nature Reserve and Summer Hill.
Air source heat pumps in Kidbrooke, done properly
Hot water from an air-to-water system is stored in a cylinder. If you have a combi boiler and no cylinder, the survey looks at where one could go. With air-to-air, hot water has to come from something else. If the problem is deciding on the outdoor unit position and checking eligibility for a heat pump grant, we can help.
A terrace in Kidbrooke shares walls with its neighbours, which helps keep heat in, as long as there’s a sensible spot for the outdoor unit and its noise is checked against the MCS planning standard.
Warranty on the equipment is the manufacturer’s own, on the manufacturer’s terms, and we explain those terms on your quote. Each brand sets its own conditions, so we go through them with you rather than leave you to find the small print.
- Location
- Kidbrooke (SE3, SE9, SE18)
- Region
- Greater London
- Costs
- Air-to-water £8,000–£16,000 before any grant (0% VAT for homes)
- Pricing
- A fixed-price quote up front
- Credentials
- F-Gas certified, NICEIC approved, MCS
- Replies
- On the working day you ask
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 30 October 2026
Leave it or put it right?
From 1 April 2027, VAT on heat pumps in homes rises from 0% to 5%. It’s a date to bear in mind when planning alongside your own plans for the property. Approvals for flats in Kidbrooke can take longer than the install itself.
Every job is different, so each one gets its own fixed-price quote. The equipment, how we reach it, the route between units and the work needed all make a difference.
Why people in Kidbrooke choose us
- Emergency calls taken 24/7
- MCS certified for heat pumps
- F-Gas certified company
- Leading brands including Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric and Fujitsu
Read what air conditioning costs and how to check a contractor.
When to call us in Kidbrooke
Some people want to move away from burning fossil fuels at home. With a heat pump, the heat comes from the air outside and the system runs on electricity and that’s the appeal for many households.
What we are most often called about:
- Radiators that may be too small for a heat pump
- Deciding which kind of heat pump suits the home
- No space for a hot water cylinder
Historic houses such as Eltham Palace, about 1.3 miles south, are a reminder that listed homes need consent before a heat pump goes in.
Comparing quotes
- What paperwork you will receive afterwards
- If the figure could change on the day
- Whether a new circuit is included and who certifies it
What affects the quote in Kidbrooke
The diagnosis comes before the price. The main factors are:
- A single visit or a regular plan
- The distance and route between the indoor and outdoor units
- The electrical supply and whether a new circuit is needed
Several rooms, units or sites on one quote can make for a more efficient booking. Tell us about everything you’d like looked at and we’ll price it together.
Helping us quote
When you call or email, these details help:
- The make and model of the system, from the label
- Any error code or flashing light on the display
- Photos showing the indoor unit and the space around it
Quotes do not take long. Send a few details and pictures, and we reply the same working day. If we need to see the property first, we book a survey at a time that works for you.
FAQs for Kidbrooke
Can you fit air conditioning in a London flat in Kidbrooke?
Often, yes, but the lease and the freeholder normally have a say. Permitted development rules for flats are tighter than for houses, so we check the outdoor unit position and give you the details to send to the freeholder or managing agent.
Does the Boiler Upgrade Scheme cover homes in Kidbrooke?
Yes, the scheme covers homes in England, including Kidbrooke, if they qualify. The amount depends on the type of heat pump, and the survey confirms which applies. As an MCS certified installer, we apply for it on your behalf.
What warranty do I get?
The manufacturer’s warranty, on the manufacturer’s terms. Terms differ by brand, and we set them out on your quote.
Is Kidbrooke in your area?
Yes. Our area takes in London and the counties of the South East, Kidbrooke included.
Should I choose air-to-water or air-to-air?
Air-to-water feeds your central heating and hot water, while air-to-air warms and cools rooms directly. With air-to-air, hot water needs another source, and we explain which suits your home.
How much does an air source heat pump cost?
An air-to-water heat pump costs £8,000–£16,000 (0% VAT on homes) before the grant. The Boiler Upgrade Scheme offers £7,500 to eligible homes in England and Wales though not every home qualifies.
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 electrical circuit is notifiable building work unless a registered competent person does it.
How it works
The first job on site is protection: dust sheets over floors and furniture near the work and nothing is moved without asking you. Then the electrics are made safe and the work begins. The work on site takes several days for an air-to-water system with a new cylinder, less for an air-to-air system, and we clear up before we go. In a London area like Kidbrooke, parking and access are worth sorting out before the day.
- We start with your plans and the property.
- We survey for heat loss and look at radiators, cylinder space and outdoor unit options.
- We recommend air-to-water or air-to-air and check the grant position.
- The system is installed and connected to the controls.
- After commissioning, you get the MCS certificate and a handover.
Getting ready for the visit
- Have the make and model of any existing unit to hand
- Mention any parking restrictions near the property
- Mention any roof access, ladders or high-level work
Getting a quote
Published ranges are a starting point; the quote is built on your property, because every property is different. After a look at the job, by photos or a survey, the price is fixed. To get going, call us on 07833 053749, or email if that’s easier.
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What a customer said
“Office air con broke down in the July heatwave. Called at 8am, engineer was here by noon and fixed within 2 hours. Brilliant emergency response. They now hold the service contract for the whole building.”
James T., Crawley, office manager