East Sussex · Heat pump installation
Newhaven air source heat pumps
Air source heat pumps in Newhaven from an F-Gas certified company, with warranty terms explained brand by brand. We reply to enquiries the same working day.
- An oil, LPG or gas boiler near the end of its life
- Choosing between air-to-water and air-to-air
- Working out where a cylinder could go
Air source heat pumps in Newhaven, done properly
An air-to-water heat pump heats water to a lower temperature than a typical boiler, so radiators may need to be larger to give out the same heat. We check each radiator against the room’s heat loss, and the quote sets it out. The work covers hot water cylinders, air-to-water heat pumps and air-to-air heat pumps, and common reasons people get in touch are ageing boilers that will need replacing and questions about the Boiler Upgrade Scheme.
Older homes in a town like Newhaven can still suit a heat pump, though some need bigger radiators or better insulation first. The heat loss calculation shows what’s needed.
Equipment warranty comes from the manufacturer, on its own 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.
- Place
- Newhaven (BN9)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Typical price
- Air-to-water £8,000–£16,000 before any grant (0% VAT for homes)
- Accreditations
- NICEIC approved, F-Gas certified, MCS
- Enquiries
- Answered the same working day
- Quote
- Fixed, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Reviewed
- 30 October 2026
What a heat pump looks like in Newhaven
The coast is only about 1 mile from Newhaven. Near the coast, we choose the outdoor unit position with salt-laden wind in mind.
With Monk's House about 3.4 miles north-west, it’s worth asking whether your own home is listed before planning a heat pump. Homeowners near Newhaven Town station often ask whether a heat pump can take over from the boiler, and the heat loss survey answers that.
Newhaven is about 8 miles east of Brighton, in East Sussex. Properties in Newhaven get the same service as everywhere we cover: a look at the job first, a fixed-price quote and written records at the end. Count every place we list in East Sussex and you reach 289, with Newhaven on the list. Brighton is in our area too, about 8 miles from Newhaven.
One of our recent jobs in Newhaven was on Bridge Street (BN9): installing a Daikin precision cooling system with close temperature control for a production area where component quality was sensitive to temperature variation.
From High Street, Station Road and Dacre Road to the smaller roads in between, the whole area is covered. Newhaven is on the A26 and A259, which makes it straightforward for our engineers to reach. Neighbouring places we cover include Denton (1 mile north-east), South Heighton (1 mile north), Piddinghoe (1 mile north-west), Tide Mills (1 mile south-east) and Norton (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (10 miles east), Seaford (3 miles south-east), Lewes (6 miles north) and Hailsham (10 miles north-east).
What’s near Newhaven
In Newhaven, that means homes and buildings near Harbour Primary and Nursery School, The Ship Hotel and Castle Hill. There’s a railway station in Newhaven itself: Newhaven Town station. Other landmarks nearby include Chailey Heritage Marine Hospital (1.2 miles south-east) and Newhaven Museum (0.5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Newhaven include Itford Hill.
Nearby places to Newhaven
Also in Newhaven
Keeping the system healthy
Looking after it is simple, and it makes the next visit easier:
- Leave indoor units unobstructed
- Store the MCS certificate and warranty documents together
- Diary the next service
If you were eligible for a grant, we handle the application and keep you updated, as the installer applies for it.
Let the heat pump run steadily rather than switching it on and off, using the settings agreed at handover.
Questions from Newhaven
Does sea air affect air conditioning in Newhaven?
It can, as Newhaven is within about 1 mile of the sea, where salt in the air is hard on coils and fixings. The outdoor unit position, its fixings and regular servicing all help near the sea.
Is planning permission needed for a heat pump in Newhaven?
It depends on the property. The Newhaven (Church Hill) Conservation Area is close to the centre of Newhaven. The permitted development rules for heat pumps leave out listed buildings and stop outdoor units going on road-facing walls or roofs in conservation areas. Anything outside the rules needs an application, and we raise it with Lewes council, which is usually the planning authority for Newhaven first.
Why use an F-Gas certified company?
For refrigerant work, both the engineer and the company need the right F-gas credentials. It’s worth checking before you book and we will gladly show you ours.
Can you set up regular servicing?
Yes. Maintenance contracts are part of what we do, with visits at the interval your system and the manufacturer need. Each visit is written up and F-Gas records kept where they apply.
Can landlords and managing agents book you?
Yes. We work for homeowners, landlords, letting and managing agents, and businesses of every size across London and the South East. Let us know who the records should go to.
Is there VAT on a heat pump?
Homes pay 0% VAT on a heat pump installation until 31 March 2027, then 5%. Hotels and businesses pay the standard rate, and this isn’t tax advice.
Do I need to service the system to keep the warranty?
It can, for some brands. Read the manufacturer’s terms, or send us the make and model and we’ll explain them and stick to the interval they set.
When something else is needed
It’s worth knowing the limits before booking:
- Disconnecting or servicing a gas boiler
- Tax rulings, which only HMRC can give
- Planning decisions, which rest with the council
If you’re not sure, just call 07833 053749 or write to us at info@aircondoctor.co.uk and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
Where we work
- Homes heated by oil, LPG or gas
- Hot water cylinders
- Air-to-air heat pumps
- Air-to-water heat pumps
- Underfloor heating
- Radiator systems
What happens on the day
Refrigerant work is done by qualified engineers working for an F-Gas certified company, while the electrical side is covered by our NICEIC approval. So on the day, you do not need a separate electrician for the electrical side. On site, it takes a few days on site, depending on the cylinder, the radiators and the pipework involved. Photos of an existing unit and its label help with repairs and servicing in Newhaven.
- You tell us about the home and what you want from a heat pump.
- A survey covers heat loss, radiators, hot water and where the outdoor unit could sit.
- We explain which type of heat pump suits the home and whether a grant could apply.
- We install the heat pump and connect it up.
- After commissioning, you get the MCS certificate and a handover.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about any building rules, permits or sign-in
- Find the manual or the paperwork for the system, if you have it
- Let us know where we can park and unload
How to get a quote
Quoting starts with a diagnosis, from a site survey or, where the job is straightforward, from pictures and measurements. Then you get a fixed price so you know the cost before we begin.
Related advice
Different systems, different jobs
VAT on heat pumps
Heat pumps in homes carry 0% VAT until 31 March 2027, and 5% after that following HMRC’s rules on energy-saving materials. It doesn’t apply to businesses.
Air-to-water heat pumps
An air-to-water heat pump heats water for your radiators or underfloor heating and your hot water cylinder. It replaces the boiler as the main heat source and we install it to MCS standards.
From one of our customers
“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