- Area
- County Down
- Postcode district
- BT23
- Nation
- Northern Ireland
- Nearby
- Comber, Bangor (County Down), Holywood
Homes in Newtownards and the wider BT23 district can book a free survey for installation enquiries. Nearby we also cover Comber (about 4 miles south-west) and Bangor (County Down).
Heat pump services in Newtownards
All services in Newtownards:
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 Newtownards 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 Newtownards property at survey.
Heat pump guide prices in Newtownards
Guide prices for Newtownards and the rest of County Down are shown below, installed and inc VAT. We publish ranges rather than a single figure because design details move the price, and the written quote after survey fixes it.
| 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.
Short winter days in Newtownards and what they mean
On the shortest day Newtownards gets only about 7 hours 15 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 Newtownards: questions
How long does installation take in Newtownards?
Most installations take 2–4 days on site. Jobs with several radiator changes or new pipework take longer, and your quote for a Newtownards home states the expected time.
What size heat pump does a Newtownards 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 Newtownards home.
Do I need new radiators for a heat pump in Newtownards?
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 Newtownards home gives a room-by-room list.
Can you service a heat pump in Newtownards that someone else installed?
Yes. We arrange servicing and repairs for most air source heat pumps in Newtownards, whoever fitted them. Tell us the make and model when you book.