Heat pumps in Dunedin, sized for real southern winters
Cold, damp winters, hard frosts and biting southerlies are what we build for. We install, size and service heat pumps for older villas and newer builds right across the city, the Peninsula and the Taieri.
Heat pump services across Dunedin
Whatever your home needs, from a single high-wall in a villa to a whole-home ducted system out on the Taieri, we install it, size it and look after it.
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Heat pump installation
New heat pump installation done for genuine cold: correct sizing, tidy placement and full electrical work for villas and new builds.
About our installs
How much does it cost?
Honest, real pricing for Dunedin homes, with clear ranges for every system size plus what actually moves the fitted cost.
See full cost guide
Ducted whole-home systems
Quiet, even warmth through every room from one hidden system, ideal for high-stud villas and larger Taieri homes.
About ducted systems
Types of heat pump
High-wall, floor console, ceiling cassette, multi-split and ducted, compared plainly so you pick the right fit.
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Servicing and repairs
We service and repair the systems we installed, keeping filters, coils and defrost cycles running through damp, salty winters.
About our servicing
Air conditioning
A heat pump is a reverse-cycle air conditioner, so the same unit that heats in winter cools those stuffy rooms in summer.
About air conditioningUp to 90% off with Warmer Kiwi Homes
If you own an older home built before 2008 and hold a Community Services Card or live in a lower-income area, the Warmer Kiwi Homes grant can cover up to 90% of an approved heat pump, capped at $3,450 including GST. Check whether your Dunedin home qualifies.
How it works
From your first call to a warm home, we keep it simple and straight.
Free quote
Tell us about your home and what you want to heat. We come back with honest options and a clear price, at no cost.
Site visit
We visit to check your rooms, insulation, wall space and access, then confirm the right size and the best spot for the unit.
The install
Our team fits your heat pump tidily, handles the electrical work and cleans up, usually in a day for a single unit.
Backed by warranty
Your system is covered by the manufacturer's warranty, and we look after the servicing on everything we install.
Why Dunedin homeowners choose us
We are local, we know what a southern winter does to a house, and we quote and fit accordingly.
We know Dunedin cold
We size and place systems for genuinely cold, damp southern winters, not a mild national average, so your home holds heat when frost is sitting on the lawn.
The right size, not the biggest
Getting the size right for your rooms matters more than brand or sheer grunt, and it is what keeps a unit efficient through the coldest mornings.
Tidy, careful installs
A neat, well-placed install matters more than a cheap sticker price. We run the pipework and mount units so they look good and last in salt air and frost.
All the major brands
We fit the brands that suit your home and budget rather than pushing one label, from premium cold-climate ranges to strong-value units.
We stand behind our work
We service and repair the systems we install, so the team that fitted your heat pump is the same team you call if you ever need a hand.
Honest, fixed quotes
You get a clear fixed price up front with no surprises, and we will tell you if a smaller or simpler system is the smarter buy.
Brands we install
We install all the major heat pump brands and fit the one that suits your home, budget and how cold your rooms get. No exclusive deals, just the right unit for the job.
Not sure what size heat pump you need?
A unit that is too small will struggle on frosty mornings, and one that is too big wastes power. Answer four quick questions for a starting size, then we will confirm it on site.
Areas we cover
We cover the whole Dunedin district, from the steep hill suburbs and central city out to the coastal Peninsula and across the Taieri Plain.
Central city and hill suburbs
Steep, frost-prone streets around Roslyn, Mornington and Maori Hill sit above the central basin, where high-ceilinged villas need careful sizing. We handle heat pump installation across Dunedin and its hill suburbs.
Coastal Peninsula and beaches
From St Clair around the harbour to Macandrew Bay and Portobello, exposed coastal homes take the brunt of the southerly and salt air, so unit choice and placement really matter.
South Dunedin and the flat
Low-lying, damp streets around South Dunedin and St Kilda near sea level need heating that controls moisture as much as it warms the rooms.
Mosgiel, Outram and the Taieri
Out on the flat Taieri, still winter nights run colder again, so we size for genuine frost. See all the areas we serve across the district.
Common questions
Are heat pumps good for cold Dunedin winters?
Yes. A modern heat pump is one of the best ways to warm a Dunedin home through frosty mornings and damp southerlies. The trick is choosing a model built to hold its output near freezing and sizing it for the room, which is where good heat pump installation matters. Cold-climate ranges like Mitsubishi Electric heat pumps keep pumping heat when it is coldest outside.
How much does a heat pump cost in Dunedin?
A single high-wall unit supplied and installed usually runs from about $2,200 to $5,800 depending on size, with multi-room and ducted systems costing more. Our full installation cost guide breaks down every option, and many older Dunedin homes qualify for help through the Warmer Kiwi Homes grant.
Which heat pump is best for a Dunedin villa?
In an older single-glazed villa with high ceilings, a well-sized high-wall or a floor unit that pushes warmth up from down low both work well. Compare the types of heat pump to see what suits your rooms. Floor console heat pumps are a favourite in cold, high-stud villa rooms, and the same units give you air conditioning for warm summer days.
Do heat pumps work when it is frosty outside?
They do. A quality heat pump keeps heating well below zero, running a short defrost cycle now and then to clear frost off the outdoor coil. Getting the size right is what stops a unit struggling on the coldest mornings, so try our heat pump sizing calculator and keep it serviced. We look after heat pump servicing on our own installs, and for whole-home warmth ducted heat pumps spread even heat through every room.