Heat Pump Installation in Stockbridge: Engineered for Edinburgh's Most Distinctive Streets
Heat Geek and MCS-certified engineers retrofitting air source heat pumps into Georgian and Victorian properties across Stockbridge, the New Town, and the wider New Town Conservation Area.
Most recent win:
A 1920s sandstone home in Mount Florida, told by others it was “too old and draughty” for a heat pump. We installed a 7 kW Vaillant aroTHERM plus with high-output radiators, delivering 21°C year-round at over 450% efficiency.
“Outstanding service, difficult decision to make to change to air source heat pump especially given the level of misinformation. Sean/Aventus Eco were outstanding in helping me explore and decide that this was the right solution.”
Robert Henderson, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Google Review
Heat Pump Grants Extended for 2026
Homeowners in Scotland can continue to claim £7,500–£9,000 for a new heat pump. Our MCS- and Heat Geek-certified installs qualify for the maximum support.
Stockbridge Properties and Why Heat Pumps Make Sense Here
Stockbridge is dominated by Georgian and Victorian terraced houses, most stone-built, many listed or sitting within the New Town Conservation Area. The Colonies behind Glenogle Road add their own Victorian artisan pattern. Most properties were built between 1810 and 1860, with solid stone walls, generous rooms, and heating systems that have been replaced and patched over decades rather than designed from scratch. The same property typology we cover in our air source heat pumps for old and existing Scottish homes guide.
The recurring story in Stockbridge is “I was told a heat pump won’t work in a building like mine.” It will, with the right design. Georgian and Victorian properties here are entirely suitable for properly designed air source heat pump systems. The work is in accurate heat loss calculation, targeted radiator sizing, and conservation-aware unit placement at the rear of the property. Heat pump installation in Edinburgh qualifies for the £7,500 Home Energy Scotland grant for owner-occupiers, and most homeowners doing boiler replacement in Stockbridge now switch to a heat pump rather than another gas system.
Book a free engineer-led survey to find out if a heat pump fits your Stockbridge property.
Why Stockbridge Homeowners Choose Aventus Eco
- Founder-led Scottish company, not a national installer. You speak directly with the engineer doing your install, not a call-centre or a salesperson. You’ll have your installer’s direct WhatsApp for the lifetime of the system.
- Conservation Area expertise. We’ve installed in listed buildings and Conservation Area properties across the New Town, Stockbridge, and surrounding areas. We know what planning officers will and won’t accept.
- Heat Geek and Vaillant Pro Approved. Our lead engineer (Sean, who founded Aventus Eco) holds Heat Geek accreditation, one of a small number in Scotland. Heat loss calculations and system design are done to the standard the industry should be using but most installers do not.
- Engineer-led surveys with thermal imaging. Your engineer conducts a full room-by-room heat loss assessment, thermal imaging of problem areas, and writes a clear recommendation. No black-box quotes, no commission-driven salespeople.
- Vaillant and Panasonic specialists. Both manufacturers offer the quietest, most efficient air source heat pumps in the UK market in 2026. We fit both depending on property requirements.
- MCS-certified air source heat pump installers in Stockbridge. Home Energy Scotland grants require MCS-certified installation. We hold full MCS certification and handle the grant application paperwork.
- Personal aftercare for the lifetime of the system. Direct WhatsApp access to your installer, not a 30-day post-install handoff.
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Our Simple 3-Step Process
Free Engineer-Led Survey & Quote
Your engineer visits your Stockbridge property, conducts a full heat loss calculation, takes thermal images of problem areas, and explains exactly what system you need, what it will cost, and what running costs to expect. The quote arrives within a week.
Fast & Expert Installation
Most Stockbridge installations take 3 to 5 days depending on the existing pipework and whether radiator upgrades are needed. We work tidy, protect your home, and communicate clearly. All disruption is minimised and the system is commissioned to MCS standards before we leave.
Enjoy Lower Bills & Comfort
We optimise your weather compensation, set up the right tariff (Octopus Cosy works well for most Stockbridge homes), and check in after the first winter to make sure the system performs as quoted. Annual servicing keeps it that way for 25+ years.
Step 1 is a free engineer-led survey. Book yours.
We install trusted brands like Vaillant and Panasonic, always chosen to match your home.
Heat Pump Grants Available to Stockbridge Homeowners
Home Energy Scotland offers a £7,500 grant for air source heat pump installation in eligible properties (rising to £9,000 with the rural uplift for qualifying postcodes, though Stockbridge does not qualify). The standard £7,500 applies to owner-occupiers meeting basic property and income criteria. The grant is non-repayable and can be combined with interest-free HES loan funding for a further £7,500. The full eligibility detail is laid out in our heat pump grants in Scotland 2026 guide.
For a typical Stockbridge heat pump system installation costing £14,000 to £18,000 fully fitted, the grant brings the out-of-pocket cost to between £6,500 and £10,500. Spread over 25 years of system life and offset against the typical £1,500 a year of running cost savings versus an old gas system, the maths usually work out favourably even before long-term decarbonisation is considered. For comparison numbers across different system sizes, see our air source heat pump cost in Scotland 2026 breakdown.
We handle the grant application as part of every Stockbridge installation. There is no separate paperwork for the customer beyond signing the standard HES forms. We also provide heat pump quotes in Stockbridge with no obligation, so you can see the full numbers before committing.
See the exact numbers for your property and grant eligibility.
Real Clients. Real Results.
Penny and Monique’s 1920s Sandstone Property
Penny and Monique live in a substantial sandstone home in the south of Glasgow. They had an oil-fired heating system at end of life and had been quoted “heat pumps won’t work in your property” by two other installers. Aventus Eco conducted a full heat loss survey, identified the actual heat demand, and designed a 7kW Vaillant aroTHERM plus installation with targeted radiator upgrades in three rooms.
The system has been running for two years now with a seasonal Coefficient of Performance over 4.5, meaning the heat pump delivers 4.5 units of heat for every unit of electricity. Annual running costs are 60% lower than the oil system. The property feels warmer than it ever did before, the system is silent indoors, and the outdoor unit is positioned discreetly in the rear courtyard.
“We were genuinely told by other companies that a heat pump wouldn’t work in our home. Sean proved them all wrong, and the system has performed exactly as he said it would. We couldn’t recommend Aventus Eco more highly.”
: Penny & Monique, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Google Review
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See Our Work First-Hand
Explore some of our recent heat pump installations across Edinburgh and Central Scotland. Clean, professional, and engineered for performance.
Our Guarantees
- Workmanship guarantee: 12 months on every installation, with our lead engineer personally accountable.
- Manufacturer warranties: 7 years standard on Vaillant aroTHERM plus, 7 years on Panasonic Aquarea. Extensions available.
- MCS performance guarantee: Every installation comes with the MCS warranty confirming performance to the design spec.
- Aftercare access: Direct WhatsApp access to your installer for the lifetime of the system, not just the warranty period.
- Annual service available: Fixed-price annual servicing for all Stockbridge customers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do air source heat pumps work in Stockbridge?
Yes. Stockbridge’s Georgian and Victorian properties are entirely suitable for air source heat pump installation. Modern systems perform efficiently in Scottish winters, and Stockbridge’s stone-built properties retain heat well once the system is properly designed and the flow temperature is set correctly.
How much does an air source heat pump cost in Stockbridge?
For a typical Stockbridge property, fully installed pricing ranges from £14,000 to £18,000 before the £7,500 Home Energy Scotland grant. Out-of-pocket cost after grant typically lands between £6,500 and £10,500. Larger properties or significant radiator work can sit higher. Your engineer provides a full itemised quote at the survey stage with no obligation.
What heat pump grants are available in Stockbridge?
Home Energy Scotland offers a £7,500 grant for air source heat pump installation in Stockbridge, available to owner-occupiers meeting basic property and income criteria. An additional interest-free HES loan covers the balance up to £7,500 if needed. The Boiler Upgrade Scheme operates differently in Scotland: HES is the relevant route. We handle all paperwork.
Do you provide servicing and maintenance in Stockbridge?
Yes. We offer annual servicing for every heat pump we install in Stockbridge, plus ongoing aftercare for the lifetime of the system. Your installer is reachable directly by WhatsApp. Annual servicing keeps the system at peak efficiency and extends warranty cover.
Can an air source heat pump replace my boiler in Stockbridge?
Yes. Most Stockbridge installations are direct boiler replacements. The existing radiator system can usually be retained with targeted upgrades to specific rooms, the existing hot water cylinder is replaced with a heat pump compatible unit, and the gas supply is capped off at completion. The transition from gas boiler to air heat pump is straightforward when done by experienced heat pump installers in Stockbridge.
Can an air source heat pump work with radiators or underfloor heating in Stockbridge?
Both. Most Stockbridge installations work with existing radiator systems with selective upgrades. Where underfloor heating is being installed as part of a renovation, Aventus Eco can integrate it directly with the heat pump for optimal efficiency. Underfloor heating runs even more efficiently with a heat pump than with a gas boiler because of the lower flow temperatures involved.
How long does an air source heat pump installation take in Stockbridge?
Most Stockbridge installations take 3 to 5 working days. This includes removal of the old boiler, installation of the outdoor unit (typically at the rear of the property for conservation reasons), pipework adjustments, new cylinder installation, radiator upgrades where needed, and full commissioning.
Are hybrid heat pumps available in Stockbridge?
Yes. For properties where a full heat pump retrofit isn’t practical, Aventus Eco offers hybrid heat pump installation in Stockbridge combining a smaller heat pump with the existing gas boiler. The heat pump handles 80%+ of annual heating demand and the gas boiler covers peak loads. Note that hybrid heat pumps are not eligible for HES grant funding.
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