- Area
- County Antrim
- Postcode district
- BT54
- Nation
- Northern Ireland
- Nearby
- Ballymoney, Portrush, Coleraine
Ballycastle is in County Antrim, and the nearest towns we also cover include Ballymoney and Portrush. 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.
Heat pump services in Ballycastle
All services in Ballycastle:
Grants and rules for heat pumps in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland does not have a dedicated heat pump grant for homeowners at present, and the Boiler Upgrade Scheme does not apply here. Heat pumps have sometimes been funded through the Northern Ireland Sustainable Energy Programme, so it is worth checking what is open when you enquire about a home in Ballycastle.
There is no VAT on installing a heat pump in Northern Ireland until 31 March 2027, the same as in Great Britain. Planning and building control here follow Northern Ireland's own rules, so the survey checks the unit position against them.
Heat pump guide prices in Ballycastle
Here are typical prices for an air source heat pump in County Antrim, installed and including VAT. Use the guide price tool for a figure based on your home, then a survey confirms it in writing.
| Home | Typical size | Installed guide price |
|---|---|---|
| 1–2 bedroom flat or small terrace | 4–5 kW | £9,200–£12,150 |
| 2–3 bedroom terrace or semi | 5–7 kW | £10,200–£13,100 |
| 3 bedroom semi or small detached | 6–9 kW | £11,650–£15,050 |
| 4 bedroom detached | 8–12 kW | £13,600–£17,450 |
| 5+ bedroom or larger older house | 11–16 kW | £16,000–£21,850 |
Installed, inc VAT: unit, cylinder, controls, minor pipework and commissioning. No dedicated heat pump grant currently applies in Northern Ireland.
How long is the heating season in Ballycastle?
On the shortest day Ballycastle gets only about 7 hours 07 minutes of daylight and the noon sun sits around 11° above the horizon. Northern winters tend to be longer, so a well-designed, efficient system matters more here because it runs for more of the year.
Heat pumps in Ballycastle: questions
Do I need new radiators for a heat pump in Ballycastle?
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 Ballycastle home gives a room-by-room list.
Can you service a heat pump in Ballycastle that someone else installed?
Yes. We arrange servicing and repairs for most air source heat pumps in Ballycastle, whoever fitted them. Tell us the make and model when you book.
How long does installation take in Ballycastle?
Most installations take 2–4 days on site. Jobs with several radiator changes or new pipework take longer, and your quote for a Ballycastle home states the expected time.
How long does a heat pump survey take in Ballycastle?
A home survey in Ballycastle usually takes one to two hours. The surveyor measures every heated room, checks windows, walls and radiators, and looks at where the outdoor unit and cylinder can go.