- Area
- West Sussex
- Postcode district
- BN43
- Nation
- England
- Nearby
- Worthing, Brighton, Burgess Hill
We cover Shoreham-by-Sea and nearby Worthing, Brighton and the rest of West Sussex. A heat pump is a whole-system change, so the survey looks at radiators, pipework, the hot water cylinder and the best spot for the outdoor unit.
Heat pump services in Shoreham-by-Sea
All services in Shoreham-by-Sea:
Grants and rules for heat pumps in England
Homes in Shoreham-by-Sea 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 Shoreham-by-Sea
Guide prices for Shoreham-by-Sea and the rest of West Sussex 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 | £9,900–£13,000 | £2,400–£5,500 |
| 2–3 bedroom terrace or semi | 5–7 kW | £10,900–£14,050 | £3,400–£6,550 |
| 3 bedroom semi or small detached | 6–9 kW | £12,500–£16,100 | £5,000–£8,600 |
| 4 bedroom detached | 8–12 kW | £14,550–£18,700 | £7,050–£11,200 |
| 5+ bedroom or larger older house | 11–16 kW | £17,150–£23,400 | £9,650–£15,900 |
Installed, inc VAT: unit, cylinder, controls, minor pipework and commissioning.
Designing for Shoreham-by-Sea's winters
On the shortest day Shoreham-by-Sea gets about 7 hours 56 minutes of daylight, and the winter sun reaches only around 16° 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 Shoreham-by-Sea: questions
Do I need new radiators for a heat pump in Shoreham-by-Sea?
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 Shoreham-by-Sea home gives a room-by-room list.
How long does installation take in Shoreham-by-Sea?
Most installations take 2–4 days on site. Jobs with several radiator changes or new pipework take longer, and your quote for a Shoreham-by-Sea home states the expected time.
How long does a heat pump survey take in Shoreham-by-Sea?
A home survey in Shoreham-by-Sea 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.
Where would the outdoor unit go on a Shoreham-by-Sea 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 Shoreham-by-Sea home.