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Heat load surveys and system design in Stratford

For self-builds, extensions and whole-home systems in Stratford, a proper heat load design is the step that makes the system work. It is free with an installation quote.

  • from £495Local guide price
  • Survey 1–2 hoursTypical time
  • LondonArea
Heat load surveys and system design in a home
  • Free survey and written quote
  • Refrigerant work by F-gas certified engineers
  • Price fixed in writing
  • England, Scotland, Wales and NI
  • Cools in summer, heats in winter

Heat load surveys and system design in Stratford

London's dense streets hold heat overnight, so top-floor flats and loft rooms often stay warm long after sunset. No two rooms in Stratford gain or lose heat in quite the same way, which is exactly why rooms are measured before sizing.

For self-builds and extensions in Stratford, a standalone design pack can go straight to your builder. We cover Stratford as part of London, roughly 6 miles from central London. That includes the E15 postcode district.

Prices in Stratford

For Stratford, expect roughly £495 to £1,645 for a standalone design pack, VAT included, adjusted for typical London rates. Prices here sit above the national middle, reflecting London labour rates and parking and access costs. Larger homes, more zones and full drawing sets for a builder are what move a design pack towards the upper figure. As an example, the Design pack option (drawings and schedules for one home) would typically be £495–£1,045 here.

Home survey

Free
inc VAT, London guide

Free with an installation quote.

Balanced choice

Design pack

£495–£1,045
inc VAT, London guide

Drawings and schedules for one home.

Self-build pack

£895–£1,645
inc VAT, London guide

Whole-house design for a new build.

Planning and permissions

In England, most houses can have an outdoor unit under permitted development if it is no larger than 1.5 m³, meets the MCS 020(a) noise limit of 37 dB(A) at the nearest neighbour's window, and there are no more than two on a detached house or one on other houses. Listed buildings need consent.

The survey

At the survey we look at how each room is used, where the sun hits it and how the pipes can reach the outside wall, then put it all in a written quote. On a survey in Stratford the engineer looks at room size, glazing, the route for pipes and drains, the electrics and where the outdoor unit can sit quietly, then the written quote follows.

What is included

Included with heat load surveys and system design in Stratford:

  • Electrical load for your electrician
  • Room-by-room heat gain and heat loss
  • Equipment selection and outdoor unit sizing
  • Noise check to the nearest neighbour
  • Pipe and drain routes

Nearby

If you are just outside Stratford, we also work in Bow (under a mile), Canning Town (2 miles) and Canary Wharf (2 miles). See all services in Stratford or heat load surveys and system design across London.

FAQ

Common questions in Stratford

How long does the installation take in Stratford?

Survey 1–2 hours. We confirm the timing, and any days with no cooling or heating, in your written quote.

Is the survey in Stratford really free?

Yes, for new installations. The survey and written quote are free and there is no obligation to go ahead.

How soon can you survey in Stratford?

We offer survey dates when you enquire. Early summer is the busiest time, so spring and autumn are the easiest times to book.

How much do heat load surveys and system design cost in Stratford?

Our guide range in London is £495–£1,645 for a standalone design pack, including VAT. The exact price depends on the rooms, the pipe route and access, and we confirm it in writing after a free survey.

Why can't you just quote from floor area?

Two rooms the same size can need very different units because of glazing, orientation and use. Sizing from floor area alone is the main cause of systems that never feel right.

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