At Guscott Heating Services, we install air source heat pumps across Canterbury and the surrounding villages, helping homeowners across this iconic city cut their energy bills, reduce carbon emissions, and invest in a heating system built to last.
If you live in Canterbury, whether in a family home in Herne Bay or Whitstable, a period property within the city walls, a suburban semi in Sturry or Tyler Hill, or a rural house out towards the Canterbury Plains, you’ll know how much heating costs can add up. At Guscott Heating, we’ve been working with homeowners across the district to install modern air source heat pumps that bring real savings on energy bills.
We’re seeing customers cut their heating costs significantly, often by nearly two thirds. On top of that, there’s a government grant available right now that covers up to seven and a half thousand pounds of the cost. That means you can make your home more energy efficient and more valuable, without the full upfront expense.
Canterbury is a UNESCO World Heritage city with a large and diverse housing stock, from medieval and Georgian townhouses near the Cathedral Quarter to post-war estates and modern new-builds on the city’s outer edges, and today’s heat pump technology is well suited to all of them.
An air source heat pump isn’t just a short-term fix. It’s a smarter way to heat your home for the long term, and one that’s growing rapidly in popularity across Canterbury and the wider district.
When it comes to air source heat pump installation, Guscott Heating Services makes it easy to start the process with our online heat pump quote tool.
Our team of highly trained heat pump installers ensure a smooth and painless installation process keeping disturbances to a minimum.
After the installation of your heat pump, enjoy the savings! With a heat pump installed at your home, enjoy savings every month compared to a standard boiler.
“I would give the team who installed headed by Sam Carne a 6 star rating if I could. Not only were they perfectly on time and with good workmanship, but they went above and beyond on every aspect of our full new heating installation. I would recommend them highly to anyone. Their service levels were an experience, not just a service. Thank you!”
Discover answers to some of the most common questions we have been asked by homeowners in Canterbury about heat pumps. Whether you’re considering installation, maintenance, or just want to learn more about this efficient heating solution, we’ve got you covered.
Canterbury has one of the most diverse housing stocks in Kent — from centuries-old properties within the city walls to large modern estates in Thanington and Hales Place, and coastal homes in Whitstable and Herne Bay. Modern heat pump technology is well suited across all of these property types, and our team can assess your home’s suitability quickly with a free no-obligation survey.
In most cases, no. Air source heat pumps fall under permitted development rights for the majority of residential properties in England. However, Canterbury has extensive and rigorously protected conservation areas, including those covering the city centre, the Cathedral Quarter, and parts of the historic city walls. If your home is within a conservation area or is a listed building, additional consent from Canterbury City Council will likely be required — we will guide you through this process fully before any work begins.
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) currently provides a grant of up to £7,500 towards the cost of an air source heat pump for eligible homeowners. Rural properties across the Canterbury district that are not connected to the mains gas network — particularly those in villages towards the North Downs and the Stour Valley — may also qualify for additional support through the Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme.
Yes. MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) accreditation is a mandatory requirement for any installation applying for a Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant. Guscott Heating Services is fully MCS accredited, ensuring every installation across the Canterbury district meets national quality standards and is completely grant-eligible.
We cover Canterbury city and the wider district, including Whitstable, Herne Bay, Sturry, Bridge, Chartham, Harbledown, Tyler Hill, Blean, Fordwich, Littlebourne, and villages across the Stour Valley and North Downs.
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