Because every building differs, commercial work is priced after a site survey rather than from a guide price. We plan the installation around your operation, including phased or out-of-hours working where the building must stay open. Funding for non-domestic buildings depends on the building, its size and the nation it is in, so we check what, if anything, applies at survey.
Offices and shops in Dumfries and Galloway with a flat roof or rear yard often have space for outdoor plant, checked for structure and access. Landlords and managing agents in Dumfries and Galloway can phase the work to keep tenants and staff comfortable during the switchover. Businesses across Dumfries and Galloway can arrange a site survey of premises in Dumfries and Galloway before any equipment is specified.
Who it suits
- Blocks of flats and houses in multiple occupation needing shared or per-flat systems
- Landlords and managing agents planning low-carbon upgrades
- Buildings with roof or yard space for outdoor plant
- Offices, shops and small commercial premises replacing gas or oil boilers
Grants and rules for heat pumps in Scotland
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme does not apply in Scotland. Instead, homeowners in Dumfries and Galloway 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.
There is no VAT on installing a heat pump anywhere in the UK, Scotland included, until 31 March 2027. Scottish permitted development rules and building standards apply, and the surveyor checks the unit position and any listed or conservation-area constraints.
Prices
Commercial systems are priced after a site survey and load calculation.
Towns we cover in Dumfries and Galloway
We cover 8 towns in Dumfries and Galloway for commercial heat pump installation. Each links to local guide prices and the grant position for Scotland.
| Town | Postcode district | Nearest town | Midwinter daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dumfries | DG1 | Lockerbie | 7 h 09 min |
| Annan | DG12 | Lockerbie | 7 h 10 min |
| Castle Douglas | DG7 | Dalbeattie | 7 h 11 min |
| Dalbeattie | DG5 | Castle Douglas | 7 h 11 min |
| Kirkcudbright | DG6 | Castle Douglas | 7 h 12 min |
| Lockerbie | DG11 | Annan | 7 h 08 min |
| Newton Stewart | DG8 | Kirkcudbright | 7 h 10 min |
| Stranraer | DG9 | Newton Stewart | 7 h 11 min |
Commercial heat pump installation questions
How much does a commercial heat pump cost?
Commercial heat pumps are priced after a site survey, because cost depends on the building's heat load, the number and size of units, where the plant goes, access, and any changes to the heating system inside. We then give a written quote setting out the equipment, the programme and what is included. There is no reliable guide price for commercial work without seeing the building.
Can commercial heat pumps provide cooling as well?
Some can. Air-to-water heat pumps are mainly used for heating and hot water, but certain units can also supply chilled water for fan coil units. Air-to-air systems heat and cool directly through indoor units and suit offices and shops where cooling is wanted. The survey identifies which areas need cooling and recommends a system to match.
Can you install without closing the business?
Usually, yes. Outdoor plant, pipework and controls can often be installed while the existing heating still runs, with the switchover planned for a short window, such as a weekend or a quieter time of year. Work inside occupied areas can be phased. The programme in your quote sets out what happens when, so you can plan staff and customers around it.
Can heat pumps go on a flat roof?
Yes, flat roofs are a common position for commercial plant. The roof needs a structural check for the weight of the units and their frames, and the installation usually needs a lifting plan, anti-vibration mounts, drainage for defrost water and safe access for maintenance. Pipe and cable routes from the roof into the building are planned at survey.