Air-to-air heat pumps across the Scottish Borders
We size every heat pump in Galashiels for a cold winter day, then check the cooling side is right for summer. Homes in Galashiels on electric, oil or LPG heating are the ones most likely to benefit from an air-to-air heat pump. Mild Scottish summers mean cooling matters most in conservatories, lofts and rooms with large windows.
Prices in the Scottish Borders
Guide prices around the Scottish Borders run from £2,695 to £10,545 for 2–5 rooms including VAT. That sits a little below the UK middle, reflecting typical Central and Southern Scotland labour rates. Concealed pipework, access equipment for high walls and any electrical work are what push prices towards the upper figure. Typical Small home work (three or four rooms heated and cooled) lands around £4,095–£6,845 in this area.
Two rooms
Living room and main bedroom on one outdoor unit.
Small home
Three or four rooms heated and cooled.
Whole home
Five or more rooms, sized to replace the existing heating.
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme does not cover Scotland; Home Energy Scotland can tell you what support is available.
Guide prices show VAT at 20%. HMRC treats most fixed air conditioners and air-to-air heat pumps installed in homes as energy-saving materials, zero-rated until 31 March 2027 when we supply and fit them. If your installation qualifies, your quote shows 0% VAT and a lower price. Servicing, repairs, cleaning and controls are charged at 20%.
Planning and permissions
Scotland has its own permitted development rules for heat pumps and outdoor units, with stricter treatment of listed buildings and conservation areas. We check the current position for your property with you and, if needed, with the council.
The survey
We book surveys in the Scottish Borders at a time that suits you, including early evenings by arrangement, and send the written quote afterwards. The free survey is where the real price is set: room measurements, pipe and drain routes, electrical checks and the outdoor unit position, all written into your quote.
What is included
Included with air-to-air heat pumps across the Scottish Borders:
- Pressure test, vacuum and commissioning
- Outdoor unit placed for airflow and noise compliance
- Indoor units sized for winter heating, not just cooling
- Running-cost comparison with your current heating
- Free survey with a room-by-room heat-loss calculation
- Advice on running settings and tariffs
Towns in the Scottish Borders
Pick your town for local details, or see every service in the Scottish Borders.