- Area
- Greater London
- Postcode district
- SE18
- Nation
- England
- Nearby
- Eltham, Blackheath, Barking
Homes in Woolwich and the wider SE18 district can book a free survey for installation enquiries. Nearby we also cover Eltham (about 3 miles south) and Blackheath.
Heat pump services in Woolwich
All services in Woolwich:
Grants and rules for heat pumps in England
Homes in Woolwich can use the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, which takes £7,500 off the cost of an air source heat pump when it replaces fossil-fuel or electric heating. Replacing oil or LPG heating qualifies for £9,000 for installations from 21 July 2026 to 31 March 2027, and air-to-air systems for £2,500. The MCS-certified installer named in your quote applies for the grant and deducts it from the price.
Installing heat pumps is zero-rated for VAT across the UK until 31 March 2027. Since 29 May 2025, permitted development in England allows up to two air source heat pumps on a house, each up to 1.5 m³, with no blanket 1 m boundary rule — the installation must still meet the MCS planning standards, including the noise check. Listed buildings, flats and some conservation-area positions need extra consent, which we check at survey.
Heat pump guide prices in Woolwich
Guide prices for Woolwich and the rest of Greater London 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 | After £7,500 grant |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–2 bedroom flat or small terrace | 4–5 kW | £10,650–£14,000 | £3,150–£6,500 |
| 2–3 bedroom terrace or semi | 5–7 kW | £11,750–£15,100 | £4,250–£7,600 |
| 3 bedroom semi or small detached | 6–9 kW | £13,450–£17,350 | £5,950–£9,850 |
| 4 bedroom detached | 8–12 kW | £15,700–£20,150 | £8,200–£12,650 |
| 5+ bedroom or larger older house | 11–16 kW | £18,500–£25,200 | £11,000–£17,700 |
Installed, inc VAT: unit, cylinder, controls, minor pipework and commissioning.
How long is the heating season in Woolwich?
On the shortest day Woolwich gets about 7 hours 50 minutes of daylight, and the winter sun reaches only around 15° above the horizon at noon. Winters this far south are milder than in most of the UK, which helps a heat pump run at low flow temperatures for much of the season.
Heat pumps in Woolwich: questions
Where would the outdoor unit go on a Woolwich house?
Usually at the side or rear, on a level base with space around it for airflow and servicing, away from bedroom windows where possible. The surveyor checks positions at your Woolwich home.
What size heat pump does a Woolwich 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 Woolwich home.
Can you service a heat pump in Woolwich that someone else installed?
Yes. We arrange servicing and repairs for most air source heat pumps in Woolwich, whoever fitted them. Tell us the make and model when you book.
How long does installation take in Woolwich?
Most installations take 2–4 days on site. Jobs with several radiator changes or new pipework take longer, and your quote for a Woolwich home states the expected time.