- Area
- County Antrim
- Postcode district
- BT38
- Nation
- Northern Ireland
- Nearby
- Newtownabbey, Holywood, Ballyclare
Carrickfergus is in County Antrim. 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 Carrickfergus are confirmed when you enquire.
Heat pump services in Carrickfergus
All services in Carrickfergus:
Grants and rules for heat pumps in Northern Ireland
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme covers England and Wales only, and there is currently no dedicated heat pump grant for homeowners in Northern Ireland. Our quote for a Carrickfergus home is therefore shown without a grant deduction; if support becomes available we will tell you how it applies.
Installing heat pumps has been zero-rated for VAT in Northern Ireland since 1 May 2023, in line with the rest of the UK, until 31 March 2027. Northern Ireland has its own permitted development rules and building regulations, and we confirm what applies to your Carrickfergus property at survey.
Heat pump guide prices in Carrickfergus
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.
Designing for Carrickfergus's winters
On the shortest day Carrickfergus gets only about 7 hours 13 minutes of daylight and the noon sun sits around 12° 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 Carrickfergus: questions
How long does a heat pump survey take in Carrickfergus?
A home survey in Carrickfergus 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.
Do you cover Newtownabbey as well as Carrickfergus?
Yes. We arrange surveys and installation in Newtownabbey, which is about 6 miles south-west of Carrickfergus, and across County Antrim.
How long does installation take in Carrickfergus?
Most installations take 2–4 days on site. Jobs with several radiator changes or new pipework take longer, and your quote for a Carrickfergus home states the expected time.
Do I need new radiators for a heat pump in Carrickfergus?
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 Carrickfergus home gives a room-by-room list.