Greater London · Heat pump installation
Heat pump installation in Whitton, Greater London
Our engineers work in Whitton on heat pump installation. A look at the job first, a fixed-price quote and written records at the end.
- Questions about where the outdoor unit can go
- Questions about the Boiler Upgrade Scheme
- Plans to switch to electric heating with a heat pump
Whitton: your questions answered
Can I get the Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant in Whitton?
Yes, if the home and the heat pump meet the scheme’s rules: Whitton is in England, where it applies. 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. You do not apply yourself: the MCS certified installer does, which is us.
Do I need permission to put air conditioning in my flat in Whitton?
Normally, yes, though leaseholders normally need the freeholder’s agreement. We look at where the outdoor unit could go, such as a balcony, flat roof or rear wall, and write it up for the freeholder or agent.
Is the equipment covered by a warranty?
Warranty is the manufacturer’s own, on its terms. Terms differ by brand, and we set them out on your quote.
What’s the difference between air-to-water and air-to-air heat pumps?
Air-to-water feeds your central heating and hot water, while air-to-air warms and cools rooms directly. Air-to-air doesn’t heat hot water, and we explain which suits your home.
Who is responsible for leak checks?
Responsibility is shared between the operator, normally whoever owns or controls the equipment, and the service technicians. How often depends on the size of the refrigerant charge in tonnes of CO2 equivalent: at least every 12 months from 5 tCO2e, and every 6 months from 50 tCO2e.
How do you keep the place clean during the work?
We put dust sheets over floors and furniture near the work first, and the area is kept tidy throughout. At the end, we clear up and show you what we’ve done.
Does servicing affect my warranty?
That depends on the brand. If servicing is in the terms, missing one could affect a claim, so we explain the terms on your quote.
How we handle air source heat pumps in Whitton
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 the Energy Saving Trust notes that air-to-air heat pumps are sometimes referred to as air conditioning. The work covers underfloor heating, air-to-water heat pumps and homes heated by oil, LPG or gas, and people most often call us about a boiler that’s getting old and choosing between air-to-water and air-to-air.
In a flat in Whitton, the lease and the freeholder usually decide where a heat pump can go. Permitted development limits are different for flats, so we check the position before we design.
Warranty periods vary by brand and by product. For example, Daikin’s standard warranty on split air conditioning is 2 years, and its longer extensions apply to its air-to-water units only. For any other brand, we explain the manufacturer’s terms on your quote.
- Location
- Whitton (TW2, TW1, TW7)
- Region
- Greater London
- Certified
- F-Gas certified, NICEIC approved, MCS
- Quote
- Fixed, in writing
- Price guide
- Air-to-water £8,000–£16,000 before any grant (0% VAT for homes)
- Response
- We reply the same working day
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 30 October 2026
Air source heat pumps in Whitton: the local picture
About 56% of homes across Whitton and its surrounding area were built between the wars, according to the Valuation Office Agency’s council tax figures. For homes of that age, the survey checks the insulation, the radiators and the hot water setup. For a London home, the outdoor unit position and the MCS noise check need careful planning.
Period properties close to All Saints Church can suit a heat pump, though insulation and any heritage protection are checked first. Historic houses such as Richmond House, about 1 mile east, are a reminder that listed homes need consent before a heat pump goes in.
Whitton is about 1 mile west of Twickenham, in Greater London. Wherever you are in the TW2 postcode area, we can help with air source heat pumps. Our area takes in 764 places across Greater London, large and small. London, roughly 12 miles off, has its own page on this site.
The closest recent job we can point to from Whitton was on King Street, Twickenham (TW1), about 1 mile east: installing a Samsung VRF system serving the restaurant dining area, bar, private dining room and kitchen extraction area: seven indoor units in total.
If you need air source heat pumps at a property on May Road, Mill Road and Ross Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Our working area takes in TW2, TW1 and TW7 in full. Places around Whitton that are also on our list: Twickenham (1 mile east), Ivybridge (1 mile north-east), Fulwell (1 mile south), Strawberry Hill (1 mile south-east) and Eel Pie Island (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (12 miles east), City of Westminster (10 miles north-east), Marylebone (10 miles north-east) and Kensington (7 miles north-east).
Near you in Whitton
Typical jobs here are in properties near The Richmond upon Thames School, Trafalgar Infant School and Crane Park, among other places. There’s a railway station in Whitton itself: Whitton station. Nearby you’ll also find Museum of Army Music (less than half a mile north) and Treaty Centre (1.4 miles north). The countryside around Whitton includes Garden Lake and Richmond Hill.
Also near Whitton
What else we do in Whitton
Looking after your system
Once we’ve finished, these simple steps help:
- Check what your manufacturer’s warranty asks of you
- Book a yearly service
- Find out the grant position at the survey
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.
Keep the outdoor unit clear of leaves, plants and stored items. It needs good airflow to collect heat from outside, so keep it clear all year.
Why act early in Whitton
Permitted development rules can change, and conditions vary between properties. We look at the planning position early, so there are no surprises, including conservation areas, listed buildings and Article 4 directions. If a lease or managing agent is involved in Whitton, start the conversation early.
The price reflects the work, not guesswork. That’s why we look at the job first, from photos or on a survey, and the price is agreed before we start.
Why book with us
- Electrical work covered by our NICEIC approval
- Manufacturer’s warranty terms explained on your quote
- Leading brands including Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric and Fujitsu
- F-Gas company certification
See what air conditioning costs and how to check a contractor.
How we price air source heat pumps
The diagnosis comes before the price. We look at:
- Whether the existing supply is suitable
- A single visit or a regular plan
- How many units are involved
Putting the work off seldom saves money. Small problems, from blocked filters to slow leaks, tend to get worse, and a struggling system uses more electricity to do less. If you’re unsure, phone us on 07833 053749 or fill in the contact form and we will give you an honest view and a fixed price.
Before you get in touch
What to send for a quote:
- Photos showing the indoor unit and the space around it
- Your installation or service records
- The postcode and whether it’s a home, flat or business
Need a price for air source heat pumps? Please call 07833 053749 or use the quote form with a few details about the property. We’ll explain what we’d recommend and why, then send a fixed-price quote before you commit to anything.
How it works
Where something has to be switched off during the work, we agree it with you first so it does not catch you out. In a business, work can often be done one area at a time. On site, it takes from a couple of days to around a week, depending on the system and how much of the heating changes. If your building in Whitton has a managing agent, a concierge or sign-in rules, mention them when you book.
- Step one is understanding the house, how it’s heated today and what you’d like to change.
- The survey measures heat loss room by room and looks at radiators, hot water and the best spot for the outdoor unit.
- We send a fixed-price quote that shows the equipment, the grant position and the VAT.
- We fit the outdoor unit and connect it to the heating, hot water and controls.
- Once it’s running correctly, the MCS certificate is issued and we show you the settings.
Getting ready for the visit
- Find the manual or the paperwork for the system, if you have it
- Plan for pets to be kept clear during the visit
- Make sure we can reach the outdoor unit, or where it will go
Getting a quote
Getting a quote is straightforward. Send a few details and photos, and we reply the same working day. If we need to see the property first, we book a survey at a time that works for you.
Related advice
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