Kent · Heat pump installation
Heat pump installation in Northwood, Kent
MCS certified installation of air source heat pumps for heating and hot water, with the boiler upgrade scheme grant applied for, for Northwood and the surrounding area. Ask us for a fixed-price quote; we reply the same working day.
- Working out whether radiators need upsizing
- Comparing heat pump types
- Questions about the Boiler Upgrade Scheme
Air source heat pumps in Northwood, done properly
Air source heat pumps collect heat from outdoor air and bring it inside with electricity running the compressor and fans. 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. If you are dealing with wanting to stop using oil, LPG or gas for heating and finding a place for the outdoor unit, we can help.
Cottages and older homes near Northwood can lose heat faster, so a proper heat loss calculation matters. Sometimes insulation first is the better investment.
Each manufacturer sets its own warranty period. For instance, Daikin’s standard warranty on split air conditioning is 2 years, and its longer extensions apply to its air-to-water units only. Whatever the brand, the manufacturer’s terms are explained on your quote.
- Place
- Northwood (CT12, CT10, CT11)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Response
- Same working day
- Price guide
- £8,000–£16,000 (0% VAT on homes), before the grant
- Certified
- NICEIC and F-Gas, MCS
- Price
- A fixed price before we start
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 30 October 2026
How the visit works
If the system has to be off for part of the visit, we tell you before any work starts so it does not catch you out. In a business, work can often be done one area at a time. On site, it takes several days for an air-to-water system with a new cylinder, less for an air-to-air system. A few pictures let us plan a visit to a place like Northwood.
- First we talk through the property and the current system.
- We measure heat loss for every room.
- From those figures we size the heat pump and decide on radiators, cylinder and outdoor position.
- Cost, grant and VAT appear on one fixed-price quote.
- We install, commission and register the system under MCS.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock any gate, garage or side passage we need
- Move furniture away from the wall where we’ll be working
- Clear access to the fuse board
Getting a quote
Getting a quote is straightforward. Send a few details and photos, and we reply the same working day. Where a survey is needed, we arrange a time that suits you.
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What we are called out for in Northwood
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme has made people ask whether their home could qualify. Eligibility depends on the property, the system and the scheme rules, so we check before you commit.
Customers normally contact us when they notice something like this:
- Questions about the Boiler Upgrade Scheme
- Working out whether radiators need upsizing
- Ageing boilers that will need replacing
Quex Park, roughly 3.6 miles west, is a reminder to check your home’s listing status: permitted development does not cover listed buildings.
Comparing quotes
- Whether the manufacturer’s warranty depends on regular servicing
- The make and model of any parts or equipment being quoted
- Whether a new circuit is included and who certifies it
Northwood questions
Is Northwood within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and hamlets get the same service as the bigger towns. We’re based in East Grinstead and plan each visit so the job can be finished in one trip where possible.
Does the Boiler Upgrade Scheme cover homes in Northwood?
Yes, the scheme covers homes in England, including Northwood, if they qualify. 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.
Can I fit air conditioning or a heat pump myself?
Anything that involves the refrigerant needs an F-Gas qualified engineer from a certified company. That is a legal requirement, and it also matters for the manufacturer’s warranty. We’re happy to quote for the full job, supply to commissioning.
What’s the difference between air-to-water and air-to-air heat pumps?
It depends on your home, your heating and whether you want cooling. The grant is £7,500 for eligible air-to-water systems and £2,500 for air-to-air in limited cases, and we set out the options after the survey.
Is there a survey before the work?
Yes. Photos often do the job for simple work, while larger systems and faults that need testing are seen on site.
What accreditations do you have?
F-Gas certified, NICEIC approved and MCS certified for heat pumps, plus Checkatrade membership. Engineers who handle refrigerant hold their own F-gas qualifications as well.
Does servicing affect my warranty?
That depends on the brand. If servicing is in the terms, missing one could affect a claim and we will tell you what your brand asks for.
Fixed-price quotes for air source heat pumps in Northwood
We quote each job individually. These are the things that affect it:
- What kind of system it is
- The number of rooms, units or zones
- How easy the units are to reach
The price reflects the work, not guesswork. That is why every job is looked at first, and why the quote is fixed before we start.
What we need to know
To help us quote quickly, send us:
- Where the outdoor unit is, or where you’d like it
- The address and the type of property
- A close-up of the unit’s label showing the model number
Photos are the fastest route to a quote: the inside and outside of the property where the work is, plus the rating plate of any unit already there. Add the address and what you’d like done, and simple jobs can often be priced without a visit.
Homes in Northwood and heat pumps
Northwood is within about 2 miles of the coast. Coastal sites are worth mentioning at the survey, as salt air affects the outdoor unit and its fixings. Valuation Office Agency council tax records date about 41% of homes in Northwood and the neighbourhoods around it to the post-war years, 1945 to 1972, and the 2021 Census found about 65% 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 normally have space for an outdoor unit and a hot water cylinder.
If your home is near Ramsgate station and heated by a gas boiler, an air-to-water heat pump can replace it where the survey shows it suits.
Northwood is about 1 mile north-west of Ramsgate, in Kent. Homes and businesses alike in Northwood, our engineers can help with air source heat pumps. You’ll hear back from us the same working day and our emergency line runs 24/7. 922 places in Kent are on our list, from busy centres to quieter spots. For properties nearby, see our Bromley page (60 miles or so).
If you need air source heat pumps at a property on Gwyn Road, Coxes Lane and Roman Road or a nearby road, our engineers can take on the work. Our working area takes in CT12, CT10 and CT11. Places around Northwood that are also on our list: Ramsgate (1 mile south-east), Upton (1 mile east), St Lawrence (1 mile south), St Peter's (1 mile north-east) and Broadstairs (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (15 miles west), Dover (15 miles south), Deal (9 miles south) and Herne Bay (12 miles west).
What’s near Northwood
Typical jobs here are in properties near The Derby Arms, The Charles Dickens School and The Royal Harbour Academy. The closest station to Northwood is Ramsgate station, roughly 0.8 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Westwood Cross (0.5 miles north-west) and Ramsgate Museum (1.4 miles south-east). The countryside around Northwood includes Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
Looking after it afterwards
Simple habits make a real difference. We recommend:
- Leave indoor units unobstructed
- Clear leaves and debris from the outdoor unit
- Know the servicing conditions in your warranty
Now and then in cold weather, the outdoor unit defrosts itself. It may give off steam or sound different for a few minutes and it’s part of how the system works.
Book a service every year. Your manufacturer’s warranty terms may say something about servicing.
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