- Area
- West Glamorgan
- Postcode district
- SA8
- Nation
- Wales
- Guide price
- Priced after survey
- Survey
- Free for installation enquiries
Heat loss survey for Pontardawe homes
Homes around Pontardawe range from older terraces to newer estates, and each needs a different design. That is why we survey before we quote.
Houses in Pontardawe built in different eras can need very different heat pump sizes, which is why each is calculated room by room. For Pontardawe 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.
- Self-builders and architects who need emitter and system sizes early
- Landlords comparing properties before deciding where to switch first
- Homeowners planning insulation or building work who want to know the effect on heat demand
What's included
- Outdoor unit siting options and noise check
- Hot water cylinder sizing for your household
- Room-by-room heat loss calculation using the MCS method
- Electrical supply and network operator notes
- Radiator schedule with any upgrades needed for each room
Homeowners in Pontardawe thinking about insulation work can use the survey to see how it would change their heat pump size.
Grants and rules for heat pumps in Wales
In Wales the Boiler Upgrade Scheme gives £7,500 towards an air source heat pump (£9,000 if it replaces oil or LPG, from 21 July 2026 to 31 March 2027; £2,500 for air-to-air). The MCS-certified installer named in your quote applies to Ofgem for you, and the grant comes off your Pontardawe quote.
Installing heat pumps is zero-rated for VAT across the UK until 31 March 2027. Wales has its own permitted development rules for air source heat pumps, so we check what applies to your property, including listed building and conservation-area constraints, at the survey.
Heat loss survey costs around Pontardawe
The ranges below are typical installed prices for homes in West Glamorgan, including VAT. A survey sets the exact figure, because two similar-looking houses in Pontardawe 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.
Short winter days in Pontardawe and what they mean
On the shortest day Pontardawe gets about 7 hours 47 minutes of daylight, with the noon sun around 15° up. The heating season runs from autumn into spring, so a heat pump that is sized correctly and set up with weather compensation does most of its work in steady, cool conditions.
From survey to switch-on in Pontardawe
- Send your postcode and a few details, or use the guide price tool.
- A surveyor visits your Pontardawe home, measures every room and checks where the outdoor unit can go.
- You receive a heat loss design and a fixed written quote, with any grant shown where it applies.
- Installers fit the unit, cylinder and any radiator changes, typically over 2–4 days on site.
- The system is commissioned, set up with weather compensation and handed over with the paperwork.
Heat loss surveys in Pontardawe: questions
What size heat pump does a Pontardawe 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 Pontardawe home.
Can you service a heat pump in Pontardawe that someone else installed?
Yes. We arrange servicing and repairs for most air source heat pumps in Pontardawe, whoever fitted them. Tell us the make and model when you book.
How long does installation take in Pontardawe?
Most installations take 2–4 days on site. Jobs with several radiator changes or new pipework take longer, and your quote for a Pontardawe home states the expected time.
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.
How long does a heat loss survey take?
A typical survey takes 1–3 hours on site, depending on the size and complexity of the home. Larger or older houses with mixed construction, extensions or many rooms take longer. The calculations and design are completed afterwards, and the results are included in your quote or stand-alone report.