Before you ask for quotes
List the rooms that overheat, note window orientation, measure rough room sizes, and decide whether you want cooling only or heating as well. Photos of possible indoor and outdoor unit locations make initial conversations easier.
Questions to ask installers
Ask how they size the system, where condensate will drain, how noisy the outdoor unit is, what electrical work is included, what maintenance is needed, and whether permissions may apply to your property.
- Is the quote for one room or multiple rooms?
- Where will pipework run?
- What happens if the condensate pump fails?
- Who handles commissioning and warranty paperwork?
Future quote matching
This site may later offer installation quote matching. For now, treat this as a preparation checklist so you can compare installers on more than price.
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Air-to-air heat pump information card
Air-to-Air Heat Pump / Mini-Split
Best for: owners who want efficient cooling and shoulder-season heating
Key features
- Outdoor unit plus indoor head
- High efficiency cooling
- Can provide heating
Approx price
Often £1,500-£4,000+ / €1,800-€5,000+ installed
Pros
- Quiet indoor cooling
- Much more efficient than portable AC
- A long-term home upgrade
Cons
- Needs permission and installation
- Outdoor unit placement matters
- Higher upfront cost
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Red flags
Be cautious with quotes that skip room sizing, ignore outdoor unit noise, cannot explain drainage, or push a single solution before understanding the building. European homes vary too much for lazy assumptions.