- Area
- Edinburgh and the Lothians
- Postcode district
- EH41
- Nation
- Scotland
- Guide price
- Priced after survey
- Survey
- Free for installation enquiries
Heat loss survey in Haddington: what to expect
Every property in Haddington 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.
Houses in Haddington built in different eras can need very different heat pump sizes, which is why each is calculated room by room. For Haddington 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.
- Anyone getting a heat pump quote, as the first step
- Self-builders and architects who need emitter and system sizes early
- Homeowners planning insulation or building work who want to know the effect on heat demand
What's included
- Room-by-room heat loss calculation using the MCS method
- Outdoor unit siting options and noise check
- Electrical supply and network operator notes
- Written results in your quote, or a stand-alone report if you order one
- Hot water cylinder sizing for your household
A surveyor visits your Haddington home to measure each room, window and wall before any heat pump is sized.
Grants and rules for heat pumps in Scotland
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme does not apply in Scotland. Instead, homeowners in Haddington 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.
Heat loss survey prices in Haddington
Guide prices for Haddington and the rest of Edinburgh and the Lothians 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.
| Survey | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Home survey and heat loss calculation with an installation quote | Free |
| Stand-alone heat loss survey and report | £150–£410 |
Inc VAT. A stand-alone report is for homeowners who want the design without an installation quote.
Designing for Haddington's winters
On the shortest day Haddington gets only about 6 hours 57 minutes of daylight, with the sun around 11° 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.
From survey to switch-on in Haddington
- Start online with a guide price or call us.
- A home survey in Haddington gives us the room-by-room heat loss.
- Your written quote sets out the design, the price and the grant position where you live.
- Installation is booked for dates that suit you; most homes take 2–4 days on site.
- After commissioning you get a handover of the controls and settings, plus the certificates.
Heat loss surveys in Haddington: questions
Where would the outdoor unit go on a Haddington 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 Haddington home.
Do I need new radiators for a heat pump in Haddington?
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 Haddington home gives a room-by-room list.
How soon can you survey a home in Haddington?
Survey dates depend on how busy installers are in Edinburgh and the Lothians. We offer the next available dates when you enquire and confirm them in writing.
Can I use the heat loss report to get other quotes?
Yes. A stand-alone heat loss report is yours to use, including sharing it with other installers so their quotes are based on the same figures. Comparing quotes like for like makes it easier to see differences in equipment, radiator upgrades and workmanship terms. The report states the assumptions used wherever construction could not be confirmed.
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.