Grant rules checked against Ofgem on 15 October 2026
Air source heat pump installers in Chester
Published and last updated 15 October 2026
Homeowners in Chester can get £7,500 off an air source heat pump through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, or £9,000 if the home is off the gas grid and heated by oil or LPG, as long as an MCS-certified installer fits it. We match Chester homes with up to three MCS-certified installers covering CH postcodes so you can compare quotes.
How much is the heat pump grant in Chester?
The grant in Chester is the same as anywhere in England: £7,500 for an air-to-water heat pump, £9,000 for eligible off-gas homes until 31 March 2027, and £2,500 for air-to-air.
Chester is mostly on mains gas; rural west Cheshire villages without mains gas may qualify for £9,000 if heated by oil or LPG.
Do homes in Chester suit a heat pump?
Chester's Victorian terraces in Hoole and Handbridge and its suburban semis in Upton and Blacon can take heat pumps; period homes need careful radiator sizing.
Is there extra funding in Chester?
Cheshire West and Chester's Warm Homes: Local Grant can fund heat pumps and insulation for eligible households until 31 March 2028; apply through GOV.UK, with Cheshire East checking eligibility.
Cheshire Warm Homes: Local Grant
Do you need planning permission in Chester?
Most air source heat pumps in Chester are permitted development, so planning permission usually isn't needed.
Chester's historic centre is a conservation area with many listed buildings, so check with the council before installing there.
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Which areas around Chester do we cover?
We cover Chester and nearby areas including:
Nearby towns:
How do you get heat pump quotes in Chester?
Check your eligibility in 60 seconds, then up to three MCS-certified installers covering Chester contact you with quotes that show the grant deducted.
Check my eligibilityFrequently asked questions
Is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme available in Chester?
Yes. Chester is in England, so eligible homeowners can claim £7,500, or £9,000 for off-gas homes.
Who is my local council for home energy grants?
Cheshire West and Chester Council. See our Cheshire Warm Homes: Local Grant guide for the current scheme.
Can I have a heat pump in Chester's conservation area?
Often yes, but siting rules are stricter, so check with the council and your installer first.