- Area
- Devon
- Postcode district
- EX16
- Nation
- England
- Guide price
- Priced after survey
- Survey
- Free for installation enquiries
Before you book: heat loss surveys in Tiverton
Every property in Tiverton is different, so the design starts from measurements rather than a rule of thumb. That keeps the system the right size and the running costs predictable.
The survey in Tiverton includes a check of where the outdoor unit could sit and how its sound would reach neighbours. For Tiverton homes with extensions or loft conversions, each part of the house is assessed on its own construction.
Every heat pump we quote starts with a room-by-room heat loss survey, free with installation enquiries and also available as a stand-alone report.
- Landlords comparing properties before deciding where to switch first
- Homes with an existing heat pump that seems undersized or expensive to run
- Self-builders and architects who need emitter and system sizes early
What's included
- Recommended heat pump size and design flow temperature
- Electrical supply and network operator notes
- Hot water cylinder sizing for your household
- Radiator schedule with any upgrades needed for each room
- Room-by-room heat loss calculation using the MCS method
A surveyor visits your Tiverton home to measure each room, window and wall before any heat pump is sized.
Grants and rules for heat pumps in England
Homes in Tiverton 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.
There is no VAT on installing a heat pump anywhere in the UK until 31 March 2027. In England most houses can have an air source heat pump under permitted development, provided the unit meets the MCS noise and siting standards; the old 1 m boundary limit was removed on 29 May 2025. We flag listed buildings, flats and sensitive conservation-area positions at survey.
Guide prices for heat loss surveys in Tiverton
The ranges below are typical installed prices for homes in Devon, including VAT. A survey sets the exact figure, because two similar-looking houses in Tiverton can need quite different radiators and pipework.
| Survey | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Home survey and heat loss calculation with an installation quote | Free |
| Stand-alone heat loss survey and report | £150–£400 |
Inc VAT. A stand-alone report is for homeowners who want the design without an installation quote.
How long is the heating season in Tiverton?
Tiverton sees roughly 7 hours 56 minutes of daylight in late December against 16 hours 32 minutes in June. Milder southern winters suit heat pumps well, though the system is still sized for a cold snap rather than an average day.
What happens after you enquire in Tiverton?
- Tell us about your home: postcode, property type and current heating.
- We book a survey in Tiverton; the surveyor measures rooms, windows and radiators and looks at cylinder space.
- The design and quote arrive in writing, including radiator changes and the outdoor unit position.
- On installation days the old system is removed and the new one fitted and filled.
- We commission the heat pump, show you the controls and register the installation.
Heat loss surveys in Tiverton: questions
How long does installation take in Tiverton?
Most installations take 2–4 days on site. Jobs with several radiator changes or new pipework take longer, and your quote for a Tiverton home states the expected time.
Do I need new radiators for a heat pump in Tiverton?
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 Tiverton home gives a room-by-room list.
Do you cover Crediton as well as Tiverton?
Yes. We arrange surveys and installation in Crediton, which is about 11 miles south-west of Tiverton, and across Devon.
What is a design flow temperature?
The design flow temperature is the temperature of the water sent to your radiators or underfloor heating on the coldest design day. Heat pumps are more efficient at lower flow temperatures, typically around 35–50°C. Choosing it is a balance: a lower figure improves efficiency but can mean larger radiators in some rooms, so the design shows both.
Will the survey check noise from the outdoor unit?
Yes. The surveyor identifies possible positions for the outdoor unit and carries out the MCS noise assessment, which estimates the sound level at the nearest neighbouring window from the unit's sound power level, distance and any barriers. In England, meeting the MCS planning standards is one of the conditions for permitted development. Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland have their own rules, which we check.