West Sussex · Heat pump installation
Kirdford air source heat pumps
Need air source heat pumps in Kirdford? We diagnose first, fix the price and book the work around you, finishing with proper records.
- Finding a place for the outdoor unit
- Comparing heat pump types
- Not knowing whether a grant applies
Air source heat pumps for homes and businesses in Kirdford
Air source heat pumps collect heat from outdoor air and bring it inside, using electricity to drive the process. The technology is close to air conditioning, which is why we install both, and air-to-air heat pumps are sometimes simply called air conditioning. The work covers air-to-air heat pumps, homes heated by oil, LPG or gas and radiator systems, and the jobs we see most are questions about the Boiler Upgrade Scheme and plans to switch to electric heating with a heat pump.
For a home around Kirdford that is off mains gas and heated by oil or LPG, the Boiler Upgrade Scheme adds an extra £1,500 until March 2027 for an air source or ground source heat pump.
For a fault on a system that may still be under warranty, send us the make, model and installation date. We’ll tell you how the manufacturer’s warranty is likely to apply before any chargeable work goes ahead.
- Where
- Kirdford (RH14)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Guide price
- £8,000–£16,000 (0% VAT on homes), before the grant
- Pricing
- Fixed, in writing
- Approvals
- F-Gas certified, NICEIC approved, MCS
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Reviewed
- 30 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Protection comes first: sheets over the floor and any furniture nearby, and we ask before moving anything. Then the electrics are made safe and the work begins. The work on site takes a few days for most air-to-water installations, with air-to-air systems often quicker, and we tidy up before we leave. Photos of the existing unit help with repairs and servicing in Kirdford.
- We find out about your home and the heating you have now.
- A heat loss survey is carried out, room by room.
- The design covers the heat pump, emitters, hot water and outdoor unit.
- A fixed-price quote explains the cost, the grant position and the VAT.
- Then it’s fitted, commissioned and registered with MCS.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about access, such as roof hatches, high walls or locked plant areas
- Move furniture away from the wall where we’ll be working
- Tell us about any building rules, permits or sign-in
Getting a price
Quotes do not take long. Call or email with a few details and we will come back to you the same working day. Where a survey is needed, we arrange a time that suits you.
Related advice
Common questions in Kirdford
Can I get the Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant in Kirdford?
Kirdford is in England, where the Boiler Upgrade Scheme runs. Whether your home qualifies, and for how much, depends on the type of heat pump and the heating it replaces. The installer applies, and we are MCS certified.
Is Kirdford within the area you cover?
Yes, and the size of the place makes no difference to how we work. Send a few details and pictures, and we reply the same working day.
Do you have a 24/7 line?
Yes. There’s a 24/7 emergency line for breakdowns that can’t wait. Call 07833 053749 and tell us what’s happened.
What’s the difference between air-to-water and air-to-air heat pumps?
Air-to-water heats radiators or underfloor heating and hot water; air-to-air heats rooms through indoor units and can cool them. With air-to-air, hot water needs another source, and we explain which suits your home.
Does servicing affect my warranty?
It depends on the manufacturer’s terms. Some warranty terms require the system to be serviced regularly by a qualified engineer, so it’s worth checking. Either way, keep a record of every service.
Do you work on all makes?
The main ones, including Mitsubishi Electric, Daikin, Fujitsu, Panasonic, Toshiba, LG, Samsung, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Hitachi. For new systems, we recommend a brand and model to suit the job and explain why.
Is a heat pump permitted development?
In England, many air source heat pumps on houses can be permitted development provided the conditions are met. The outdoor unit must be 1.5 m³ or less, comply with MCS 020(a), not be cooling-only and not be within a listed building’s curtilage.
Why deal with it now?
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, though the right time also depends on your home and heating. Small faults tend to grow, so it’s worth dealing with them early.
Every job is different, so we price each one individually. The system, the access, the pipe routes and the parts involved all play a part.
Why us?
- Members of Checkatrade
- A 24/7 emergency line
- Every job looked at before it’s priced
- A site survey and a fixed-price quote
Looking after your system
Think of this as the after-treatment advice, short and simple:
- Find out the grant position at the survey
- Keep to regular servicing
- Do not block radiators or indoor units with furniture
Where we applied for a Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, we keep you informed through the process since the grant goes through the installer.
Keep radiators and indoor units unobstructed, as the system relies on them giving out heat.
What a heat pump looks like in Kirdford
About 83% of households live in detached or semi-detached houses, according to the last census (2021). Finding room for the outdoor unit and a cylinder is seldom a problem in homes like these. The Kirdford Conservation Area is within about a third of a mile of the centre of Kirdford. On the National Heritage List, around 29 entries fall within 0.5 miles of the middle of Kirdford; The Parish Church of St John the Baptist (grade I) is one. So the heat pump survey asks two extra questions here: is the home listed, and is it inside a conservation area?
If your home is one of the older properties near The Parish Church of St John the Baptist, the survey checks whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before the outdoor unit position is chosen. With Petworth House about 4.1 miles south-west, it’s worth asking whether your own home is listed before planning a heat pump.
Kirdford is about 10 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. For air source heat pumps in and around Kirdford, please give us a ring on 07833 053749 or fill in the contact form for a fixed-price quote. We work across London and the South East, including Kirdford. Kirdford is one of 371 towns, villages and districts in West Sussex we cover for homes and businesses. Horsham, roughly 10 miles off, has its own page on this site.
Our nearest recent job to Kirdford was on High Street, Billingshurst (RH14), about 5 miles east: installing two Panasonic wall-mounted units in the main consulting room and the recovery area.
Our engineers work on Oakside, Poplar Walk and Maple Drive and the roads around them. We work across RH14 for air source heat pumps and the roads nearby. Places around Kirdford that are also on our list: Mackerel's Common (1 mile north), Balls Cross (2 miles west), Wisborough Green (2 miles east), Plaistow (2 miles north) and Ifold (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Horsham (10 miles east), Littlehampton (15 miles south), Storrington (9 miles south-east) and Billingshurst (5 miles east).
Local landmarks in Kirdford
Kirdford’s nearest station is Billingshurst station, about 4.7 miles east of the centre. Green spaces nearby include Shillinglee Lake and The Mens.
Nearby places to Kirdford
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Pricing air source heat pumps in Kirdford
Every job gets its own quote. This is what makes a difference:
- The pipe route between the units
- Access, including height, roofs and ladders
- Which make and model is being fitted or worked on
What you pay depends on the type of system and how many units are involved, how easy the units are to reach and what the work involves. We give you a fixed price before any work starts, so you know where you stand.
Before you get in touch
When you contact us, these details help:
- Where the outdoor unit is, or where you’d like it
- Where the property is and what kind of building it is
- Any previous service or F-Gas records
Want a quote for air source heat pumps? Please phone us on 07833 053749 or send an email and tell us about the job. We’ll talk you through the options and give you a fixed-price quote before anything is booked.
What a customer said
“Very professional from the initial survey through to installation. The engineer explained everything clearly and the quote was exactly what we paid. Would not hesitate to recommend AirCon Doctor.”
David W., Haywards Heath