A heat pump service is an annual inspection and maintenance visit that checks the outdoor unit, the heating water circuit, the controls and the hot water cylinder are working safely and efficiently. Heat pumps have no burner or flue to inspect, but they rely on clean water flow, correct pressures and well-set controls, all of which can drift over a year.
If a heat pump in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde has not been serviced for a while, the first visit includes a full check of settings and pressures. Homes in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde and across Renfrewshire and Inverclyde can book servicing at a time of year that suits them, ideally before winter. We service heat pumps in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde whoever installed them, including monobloc and split systems.
Who it suits
- Landlords who need dated service records for each property
- Homes where running costs have crept up or rooms feel cooler than before
- Systems where the manufacturer's warranty requires annual servicing
- Heat pumps installed by another company that need a new servicing arrangement
Grants and rules for heat pumps in Scotland
In Scotland, heat pump funding comes through Home Energy Scotland rather than the Boiler Upgrade Scheme: a grant of up to £7,500 (up to £1,500 extra for eligible rural and island homes) and an optional interest-free loan of up to £7,500. For a home in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde, apply and receive the written offer before the installation date is fixed.
Heat pump servicing prices in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
These are guide prices including VAT. The rate for your visit in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde is confirmed before we book it, and any repair is priced in writing before parts are ordered.
| Visit | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Annual heat pump service | £120–£250 |
| Fault-finding visit (first hour) | £90–£180 |
Inc VAT. The rate for your visit is confirmed before booking.
Towns we cover in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
We cover 10 towns in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde for heat pump servicing. Each links to local guide prices and the grant position for Scotland.
| Town | Postcode district | Nearest town | Midwinter daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paisley | PA2 | Barrhead | 6 h 59 min |
| Greenock | PA15 | Gourock | 6 h 57 min |
| Newton Mearns | G77 | Barrhead | 7 h 00 min |
| Renfrew | PA4 | Erskine | 6 h 58 min |
| Barrhead | G78 | Paisley | 6 h 59 min |
| Johnstone | PA5 | Bridge of Weir | 6 h 59 min |
| Erskine | PA8 | Renfrew | 6 h 58 min |
| Bridge of Weir | PA11 | Johnstone | 6 h 59 min |
| Gourock | PA19 | Greenock | 6 h 57 min |
| Port Glasgow | PA14 | Greenock | 6 h 58 min |
Heat pump servicing questions
Do I need to do anything between services?
A little. Keep the area around the outdoor unit clear of leaves, snow, plants and stored items so air flows freely. Check the system pressure gauge occasionally if you have one, and note any error codes. Avoid covering the unit or building an enclosure around it without advice, as this can reduce performance.
Can you service a split system?
Yes. Split systems have refrigerant pipes running between the outdoor unit and an indoor unit, and checks on that refrigerant circuit must be done by an F-gas certified engineer. We arrange the service so a suitably certified engineer attends. The water side, controls and cylinder are checked in the same visit, just as on a monobloc system.
How often should a heat pump be serviced?
Once a year is the usual recommendation for air source heat pumps, and many manufacturers require it as a warranty condition. An annual visit cleans filters and strainers, checks pressures and controls, and tests the unvented cylinder's safety devices. If you notice a drop in performance, unusual noises or repeated error codes between services, arrange a visit sooner.
How much does a heat pump service cost?
An annual heat pump service has a guide price of £120–£250, including VAT. Where your price sits depends on the type of system, whether it is a split system needing refrigerant checks and whether an unvented cylinder is included. Any parts or repairs found during the service are explained and priced before any work goes ahead.