At Guscott Heating Services, we install air source heat pumps across Folkestone and the surrounding area, helping you cut energy bills, lower your carbon footprint, and invest in a heating system built for the long term.
If you live in Folkestone, whether in a Victorian terrace on the Bayle, a family home in Cheriton or Sandgate, a property on the clifftop with views across the English Channel, or a rural house out towards the North Downs, you’ll know how much heating costs can add up.
At Guscott Heating, we’ve been working with homeowners across the Folkestone and Hythe 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 £7500 of the cost. That means you can make your home more energy efficient and more valuable, without the full upfront expense.
Folkestone’s elevated clifftop position and direct exposure to Channel winds mean homes here can face some of the most demanding winter heating conditions making the switch to an efficient, purpose-built heat pump system not just a financial decision, but a genuinely practical one.
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.
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 Folkestone 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.
Folkestone has a rich and varied housing stock — from Victorian and Edwardian terraces in the historic Bayle and town centre, to clifftop properties with Channel views, post-war semis in Cheriton, modern homes in Hawkinge, and rural cottages towards the North Downs. 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 are covered by permitted development rights for the majority of residential properties in England. Folkestone has several conservation areas — including those covering the historic Bayle, the Leas, and parts of the old town — and some properties in these areas are listed buildings. If your home falls within a conservation area or is listed, additional consent from Folkestone and Hythe District Council will likely be required, and we’ll guide you through this 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 and semi-rural properties in the wider Folkestone and Hythe district — particularly those in villages towards the North Downs and Romney Marsh that sit off the mains gas network — may also qualify for additional support through the Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme.
We cover Folkestone and the wider surrounding area, including Sandgate, Cheriton, Hawkinge, Lyminge, Hythe, Saltwood, Etchinghill, Densole, Capel-le-Ferne, and villages across the Folkestone and Hythe district and towards the North Downs and Romney Marsh.
Yes. MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) accreditation is a mandatory requirement for any installation applying for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant. Guscott Heating Services is fully MCS accredited, ensuring every installation we carry out across the Folkestone and Hythe district meets national quality standards and is completely grant-eligible.
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