- Area
- Highlands and Islands
- Postcode district
- IV1
- Nation
- Scotland
- Nearby
- Dingwall, Nairn, Aviemore
Inverness is in the Highlands and Islands. 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 Inverness are confirmed when you enquire.
Heat pump services in Inverness
All services in Inverness:
Grants and rules for heat pumps in Scotland
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme does not apply in Scotland. Instead, homeowners in Inverness can apply to Home Energy Scotland for a grant of up to £7,500 towards a heat pump, with up to £1,500 more for eligible rural and island homes, plus an optional interest-free loan of up to £7,500. You need a written funding offer before any work starts.
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 Inverness property at survey.
Heat pump guide prices in Inverness
Guide prices for Inverness and the rest of the Highlands and Islands 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 | £10,650–£14,000 |
| 2–3 bedroom terrace or semi | 5–7 kW | £11,750–£15,100 |
| 3 bedroom semi or small detached | 6–9 kW | £13,450–£17,350 |
| 4 bedroom detached | 8–12 kW | £15,700–£20,150 |
| 5+ bedroom or larger older house | 11–16 kW | £18,500–£25,200 |
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.
How long is the heating season in Inverness?
On the shortest day Inverness gets only about 6 hours 35 minutes of daylight, with the sun around 9° 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 Inverness: questions
What size heat pump does an Inverness 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 Inverness home.
How long does installation take in Inverness?
Most installations take 2–4 days on site. Jobs with several radiator changes or new pipework take longer, and your quote for an Inverness home states the expected time.
Can you service a heat pump in Inverness that someone else installed?
Yes. We arrange servicing and repairs for most air source heat pumps in Inverness, whoever fitted them. Tell us the make and model when you book.
How long does a heat pump survey take in Inverness?
A home survey in Inverness 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.