Hampshire · Heat pump installation
Sandleheath air source heat pumps
For air source heat pumps in Sandleheath, one call is all it takes, from the first look to sign-off. F-Gas certified, NICEIC approved and Checkatrade members.
- Working out whether radiators need upsizing
- Questions about where the outdoor unit can go
- Ageing boilers that will need replacing
Questions from Sandleheath
Is Sandleheath within the area you cover?
Yes, and the size of the place makes no difference to how we work. We are based in East Grinstead and plan each visit so the job can be finished in one trip where possible.
Is Sandleheath in your area for air source heat pumps?
Yes, Sandleheath is within the area we cover. Just call 07833 053749 or fill in the contact form with a few details.
Can I fit air conditioning or a heat pump myself?
No, not the refrigerant side. The F-gas rules require certified companies and qualified engineers for it, and a new electrical circuit is notifiable building work unless a registered competent person does it.
Can we book visits on a schedule?
Yes. We offer maintenance contracts, set at the interval the system and the manufacturer’s terms need. Every visit is recorded and F-Gas records kept where they apply.
Do I need planning permission for a heat pump?
Often not in England, as many heat pumps on houses are permitted development, if the conditions are met. These include an outdoor unit of no more than 1.5 m³, compliance with MCS 020(a), not being used solely for cooling and not being within the curtilage of a listed building.
How long will it take to install a heat pump?
An installation takes a few days for most air-to-water installations, with air-to-air systems often quicker. We confirm the timing after the survey, and you can phone us on 07833 053749 or drop us a line to book it.
Will my radiators work with a heat pump?
The heat loss survey answers that, room by room. Where a radiator is already large enough, it stays, and any that need upsizing are set out in the quote.
How we handle air source heat pumps in Sandleheath
A heat pump takes heat from the outside air and moves it into your home, using electricity to drive the process. It works on the same principle as air conditioning, run the other way and the Energy Saving Trust notes that air-to-air heat pumps are sometimes referred to as air conditioning. We’re often asked to deal with a boiler that’s getting old and radiators that may be too small for a heat pump, on homes heated by oil, LPG or gas, radiator systems and underfloor heating.
For a home around Sandleheath that’s 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, on top of the £7,500.
AirCon Doctor is an F-Gas certified company and NICEIC approved for electrical work, MCS certified for heat pumps and a Checkatrade member. Our engineers hold the F-gas qualifications needed to work on refrigerant.
- Place
- Sandleheath (SP6)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Quote
- Fixed, in writing
- Accreditations
- F-Gas certified company, NICEIC approved, MCS
- Costs
- £8,000–£16,000 (0% VAT on homes), before the grant
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Checked
- 30 October 2026
What we do, step by step
The visit goes in the diary at a time that works for you, and we let you know if plans need to move. On arrival, the engineer compares the job with the survey, your pictures or the details you gave us. Anything unexpected is raised with you before we go further. After that, it takes from a couple of days to around a week, depending on the system and how much of the heating changes. We plan the trip to Sandleheath around you.
- First we find out about the property, the heating you have now and what you’re hoping for.
- A heat loss survey works out how much heat each room needs, and we look at the radiators, the cylinder space and where the outdoor unit could go.
- We send a fixed-price quote that shows the equipment, the grant position and the VAT.
- Fitting day: the outdoor unit is placed, the indoor side connected and the controls set up.
- Commissioning, MCS certification and a handover of the controls finish the job.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure we can reach the consumer unit or fuse board
- Mention any managing agent or landlord rules we need to follow
- Arrange for someone to be there to let us in
Getting a quote
Quoting starts with a diagnosis, either on a site survey or, for simple jobs, from your photos and details. After that, we send a fixed price before any work starts.
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Do you need air source heat pumps in Sandleheath?
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, which is why it fits that aim.
If any of these sounds familiar, it’s worth a diagnosis:
- Checking eligibility for a heat pump grant
- Working out whether radiators need upsizing
- A boiler that’s getting old
Period properties close to Sandleheath Uniting Church can suit a heat pump, though insulation and any heritage protection are checked first.
What your quote should include
- How VAT is shown, and which rate applies
- Proof of F-Gas company certification
- What records you get at the end
What air conditioning will not do
We will not sell you work that does not address the problem, so here are the limits:
- Planning approval where permitted development does not apply
- Gas boiler work, such as disconnecting the old boiler, which needs a Gas Safe registered engineer
- Promising eligibility for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme
Not sure which it is? You can call 07833 053749, or email if that’s easier and we’ll tell you honestly.
What the work covers
- Air-to-water heat pumps
- Homes heated by oil, LPG or gas
- Underfloor heating
- Radiator systems
- Air-to-air heat pumps
- Hot water cylinders
Also in Sandleheath
Homes in Sandleheath and heat pumps
The last census (2021) found about 78% of households in detached or semi-detached houses. Houses usually have space for an outdoor unit and a hot water cylinder.
Breamore House, roughly 3.1 miles north-east, is a reminder to check your home’s listing status: permitted development does not cover listed buildings.
Sandleheath is in Hampshire. From the centre of Sandleheath to the outskirts, we cover air source heat pumps, from small jobs to large ones. Our area takes in 683 places across Hampshire. The nearest of our city pages is Guildford, around 58 miles from Sandleheath.
Elms Close, Main Road and Old Brickyard Road and the roads off them are all inside our area. We cover every part of SP6. Nearby, we also cover air source heat pumps in Ashford (1 mile east), Alderholt (1 mile south), Damerham (1 mile north-west), Rockbourne (2 miles north) and Broxhill (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Totton (14 miles east), Romsey (15 miles east), New Milton (14 miles south-east) and Ringwood (6 miles south).
What’s near Sandleheath
Other landmarks nearby include Fordingbridge Museum (1.5 miles east) and Godshill Castle Hill (2.7 miles east). The countryside around Sandleheath includes Blashford Lakes.
Before you call an engineer
Before you call us about a fault, a few checks can save a visit: is the system in the right mode, is the set temperature sensible, are the remote’s batteries working and has the breaker tripped. If the breaker trips a second time, leave it off and phone 07833 053749 or fill in the contact form.
Owners can handle the everyday basics: keep the outdoor unit clear of leaves, plants and clutter, check the settings and the remote, and follow the cleaning the manual describes. Opening up the units, the electrics and the refrigerant circuit are a job for us.
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