Hampshire · Heat pump installation
Heat pump installation in North Charford, Hampshire
F-Gas certified and NICEIC approved, we cover North Charford for MCS certified installation of air source heat pumps for heating and hot water, with the Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant applied for. A fixed price before any work starts, and a 24/7 emergency line.
- Replacing a combi boiler with a heat pump
- Comparing heat pump types
- Checking whether planning permission is needed
Air source heat pumps for homes and businesses in North Charford
Heat pumps run at lower flow temperatures than most boilers which means some radiators may need upsizing. We check each radiator against the room’s heat loss and anything that needs changing is in the quote. The work covers hot water cylinders, homes heated by oil, LPG or gas and air-to-water heat pumps, and common reasons people get in touch are no space for a hot water cylinder and checking eligibility for a heat pump grant.
If your home in or near North Charford is heated by oil, LPG or electric heaters with no mains gas, an extra £1,500 is available through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme until March 2027, on top of the £7,500.
Whatever the visit, you get a written record: commissioning details and F-Gas records for a new system, a note of the fault and the fix for a repair, or a service record. Keep it with the system’s paperwork, because it helps with any later warranty question.
- Where
- North Charford (SP6)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Approvals
- F-Gas certified, NICEIC approved, MCS
- Price
- A fixed price before we start
- Guide price
- £8,000–£16,000 (0% VAT on homes), before the grant
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 30 October 2026
What happens on the day
We keep the work area tidy as we go, with sheets down and mess cleared as we go. If we need to drill through a wall, we agree the spot with you first. The visit takes anything from a couple of days for air-to-air to the best part of a week for air-to-water with radiator changes. Photos of the existing unit help with repairs and servicing in North Charford.
- You tell us about the home and what you want from a heat pump.
- The survey checks heat loss, emitters, hot water and the outdoor unit position.
- We explain which type of heat pump suits the home and whether a grant could apply.
- Installation follows on the agreed dates.
- After commissioning, you get the MCS certificate and a handover.
Preparing for the visit
- Have the make and model of any existing unit to hand
- Mention any managing agent or landlord rules we need to follow
- Clear access to the fuse board
How to get a quote
Photos are enough for some jobs; others need a visit first. Bigger systems, commercial sites and awkward pipe routes are normally surveyed on site. Either way, you get a fixed price before any work is booked.
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Heat pumps in North Charford: local notes
About 82% of households live in detached or semi-detached houses, according to the last census (2021). Houses typically have space for an outdoor unit and a hot water cylinder.
If your home is one of the older properties near Church of St Mary, the survey checks whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before the outdoor unit position is chosen. With Breamore House about 2.8 miles west, it’s worth asking whether your own home is listed before planning a heat pump.
North Charford is in Hampshire. If you need air source heat pumps in North Charford, please ring 07833 053749 or write to us at info@aircondoctor.co.uk for a fixed-price quote. We work across London and the South East, North Charford included. Count every place we list in Hampshire and you reach 683, with North Charford on the list. Guildford is in our area too, around 53 miles away.
Streets in the area include Carter's Close, Tethering Drove and Hale Road, all of which are in our area. Our working area takes in SP6. Close to North Charford, our area also takes in Hatchet Green (1 mile west) and Hale (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Totton (10 miles east), Chandler's Ford (15 miles east), Romsey (10 miles east) and New Milton (15 miles south).
Near you in North Charford
We fit and service air conditioning in homes and premises around Woodfalls Inn and The Trafalgar School at Downton, among other places. Other landmarks nearby include Salisbury District Hospital (5.8 miles north-west) and Downton Moot Close (1.6 miles north-west).
Keeping the system healthy
Here’s the after-treatment advice, short and simple:
- Store the MCS certificate and warranty documents together
- Let the heat pump run steadily, as set up at handover
- Seal draughts where you can
If anything does not seem right after installation, give us a ring on 07833 053749 or use the quote form and we will look into it. A yearly service is a good habit.
Keep the outdoor unit clear of leaves, plants and stored items. It needs good airflow to collect heat from outside so keep it unobstructed.
System by system
Air-to-air heat pumps
Air-to-air heat pumps are now covered by permitted development rules in England, subject to conditions. A unit used solely for cooling is not covered, so check with the council.
Heat loss surveys
A heat loss survey measures how much heat each room loses on a cold day. Everything else is sized from it.
Questions from North Charford
Does the Boiler Upgrade Scheme cover homes in North Charford?
North Charford is in England, where the Boiler Upgrade Scheme runs. The grant is £7,500 for an air source (air-to-water) heat pump and £2,500 for an air-to-air system that replaces the existing fossil-fuel heating. As an MCS certified installer, we apply for it on your behalf.
Will a heat pump in North Charford need planning permission?
It depends on the property. The Western Escarpment Conservation Area is close to the centre of North Charford. 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 New Forest council, which is usually the planning authority for North Charford first.
What’s the difference between air-to-water and air-to-air heat pumps?
Air-to-water replaces the boiler for heating and hot water, while air-to-air heats and cools rooms, and we help you choose. We install both types.
Do I get paperwork after the visit?
Yes, on every job. New installations come with commissioning details, F-Gas records and warranty information, while repairs and services get a written note of what was found and done.
How long will it take to install a heat pump?
The work takes from a couple of days to around a week, depending on the system and how much of the heating changes. The survey lets us set a firm programme, so ring us on 07833 053749 or use the quote form to arrange one.
Does servicing affect my warranty?
It depends on the manufacturer’s terms. Some manufacturers make regular servicing by a qualified engineer a condition of the warranty, so check the terms or ask us. Either way, keep a record of every service.
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.
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Why it’s worth doing now in North Charford
The extra £1,500 for homes heated by oil or LPG with no mains gas is available until March 2027. For homes that qualify, that is a reason to look into it now. A dirty or faulty system works harder and costs more to run.
Whatever the property, the quote works the same way: what’s needed, how we reach it, the parts and the labour. Call for a fixed-price quote and we will go through it with you.
Why people in North Charford choose us
- NICEIC approved for electrical work
- MCS certification for heat pump work
- Emergency calls taken 24/7
- We reply to enquiries the same working day
Take a look at how installs are priced and our accreditations and certificates.
A customer’s words
“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