- Area
- Argyll and Bute
- Postcode district
- PA20
- Nation
- Scotland
Rothesay is in Argyll and Bute. Whether you are replacing a gas, oil or electric system, the design starts with measuring how much heat each room loses on a cold day, and survey arrangements for Rothesay are confirmed when you enquire.
Heat pump services in Rothesay
All services in Rothesay:
Grants and rules for heat pumps in Scotland
In Scotland, heat pump funding comes through Home Energy Scotland rather than the Boiler Upgrade Scheme: a grant of up to £7,500 (up to £1,500 extra for eligible rural and island homes) and an optional interest-free loan of up to £7,500. For a Rothesay home, apply and receive the written offer before the installation date is fixed.
Installing heat pumps is zero-rated for VAT across the UK until 31 March 2027. Scotland has its own permitted development rules for air source heat pumps and its own building standards, so we confirm what applies to your Rothesay property at survey.
Heat pump guide prices in Rothesay
The ranges below are typical installed prices for homes in Argyll and Bute, including VAT. A survey sets the exact figure, because two similar-looking houses in Rothesay can need quite different radiators and pipework.
| Home | Typical size | Installed guide price |
|---|---|---|
| 1–2 bedroom flat or small terrace | 4–5 kW | £10,250–£13,500 |
| 2–3 bedroom terrace or semi | 5–7 kW | £11,350–£14,600 |
| 3 bedroom semi or small detached | 6–9 kW | £12,950–£16,750 |
| 4 bedroom detached | 8–12 kW | £15,100–£19,450 |
| 5+ bedroom or larger older house | 11–16 kW | £17,800–£24,300 |
Installed, inc VAT: unit, cylinder, controls, minor pipework and commissioning. In Scotland, Home Energy Scotland grants of up to £7,500 and interest-free loans may reduce the cost.
Designing for Rothesay's winters
On the shortest day Rothesay gets only about 6 hours 59 minutes of daylight, with the sun around 11° up at noon. Long Scottish winters mean the heat pump runs for much of the year, so careful sizing, good controls and correctly sized radiators make a real difference.
Heat pumps in Rothesay: questions
Can you service a heat pump in Rothesay that someone else installed?
Yes. We arrange servicing and repairs for most air source heat pumps in Rothesay, whoever fitted them. Tell us the make and model when you book.
Do I need new radiators for a heat pump in Rothesay?
Often some, not all. Heat pumps run best at lower water temperatures, so rooms with small radiators may need larger ones. The survey of your Rothesay home gives a room-by-room list.
How long does installation take in Rothesay?
Most installations take 2–4 days on site. Jobs with several radiator changes or new pipework take longer, and your quote for a Rothesay home states the expected time.
What size heat pump does a Rothesay home need?
It depends on the heat loss, not the postcode. As a rough guide, a 3 bedroom semi often needs 6–9 kW, but the room-by-room survey sets the actual size for your Rothesay home.