Heat pumps in Nelson, built for cold frosty mornings
Sunny days, but those still, frosty dawns bite. We size and fit heat pumps for Nelson and Tasman homes, from single-glazed villas to modern Richmond builds, so your place is warm, dry and cheaper to heat.
Heat pumps for Nelson homes
From a single high-wall unit in a chilly villa to whole-home ducted systems in a new Richmond build, we install, service and size heat pumps across Nelson and Tasman.
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Heat pump installation
Correctly sized, tidily fitted heat pumps for cold Nelson mornings, with sensible outdoor-unit placement for coastal salt air.
About our installs
How much does it cost?
Honest, up-front pricing for Nelson homes, with real ranges and what moves the fitted price so there are no surprises.
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Ducted whole-home systems
Quiet, even warmth through the whole house, hidden away in the ceiling. Ideal for new builds and bigger renovations.
About ducted systems
Types of heat pump
High-wall, floor console, ceiling cassette, multi-split or ducted. We help you pick the right style for each room.
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Servicing and repairs
We service and repair the systems we install, keeping filters and coils clear so your unit runs efficiently through winter.
About our servicing
Air conditioning
A heat pump is a reverse-cycle air conditioner, so one unit cools hot summer afternoons and warms frosty mornings.
About air conditioningThe Warmer Kiwi Homes grant could cover most of the cost
Eligible homeowners can get 90% of the cost of an approved heat pump funded, up to $3,450 incl GST. It targets older, colder homes, exactly the single-glazed villas Nelson is full of. Check whether you qualify.
How it works
Getting a heat pump sorted is simple. Here is how it goes from first call to a warm room.
Free quote
Tell us about your home and what you want to heat. We come back with honest options and a ballpark, usually the same day.
Site visit
We visit to check your rooms, insulation and the best spot for the indoor and outdoor units, then confirm a fixed price.
The install
Our team fits it neatly, tests it and shows you how to run it efficiently. Most single installs are done in a day.
Backed by warranty
Your unit comes with the manufacturer's warranty, and because we service what we install, we are here if you ever need us.
Why Nelson homeowners choose us
We are a local Nelson and Tasman team, and we keep it straightforward: the right unit, fitted well, at a fair price.
Sized for your home, not a shelf
We size every unit to your rooms, insulation and Nelson's cold mornings, so it heats properly without running itself ragged. Right sizing beats brand or sheer grunt every time.
Local knowledge that shows
We know the valley cold pockets, the inversions that settle over the central suburbs and the salt air along the coast, so units go where they will last and work well.
Tidy, careful installs
Neat pipework, sensible outdoor-unit placement and a clean finish. A tidy install matters more than the sticker price, and it is what keeps a system quiet and reliable.
We stand behind our own work
We install and then service the systems we fit, so the people who set it up are the people who look after it. That is our accountability, plain and simple.
All the major brands
We are not tied to one label. We fit Mitsubishi Electric, Daikin, Fujitsu, Panasonic and Hitachi, and recommend what genuinely suits your home and budget.
Honest, fixed quotes
Clear pricing once we have seen your home, with no surprises on the day. We will tell you straight what your place needs and what it will cost.
Brands we install
We are not tied to one brand. We fit the units that suit the local market and your home, and stand behind whichever one we recommend.
Not sure what size heat pump you need?
Guessing the size is where a lot of installs go wrong. Answer four quick questions and we will point you to the right capacity for your room and Nelson's cold mornings.
Areas we cover
We install and service heat pumps right across greater Nelson and the Tasman district, from the central city to the coast and inland valleys.
Nelson City
The central valley and The Wood sit low where cold air pools on still nights, and the city is phasing out old wood burners, so a clean electric unit is often the compliant fix. Many older single-glazed homes qualify for the Warmer Kiwi Homes grant.
Richmond & Tasman
Richmond, Brightwater and Wakefield bring better-insulated modern builds with the roof space that suits quiet, whole-home ducted heat pumps as well as tidy high-wall units.
Motueka & Mapua
From coastal Mapua to the Motueka flats we size units for salt air and cold river-valley mornings, and we handle heat pump servicing on the systems we install.
Golden Bay & beyond
We cover Takaka and the wider Tasman district too. Have a look at all the areas we serve to check we reach your place.
Common questions
Are heat pumps good for Nelson's climate?
Yes. Nelson has crisp, sunny afternoons but cold, still mornings when frost settles and inversions trap damp air over the low central suburbs. A correctly sized reverse-cycle heat pump clears that morning chill efficiently and helps dry damp air, which matters in older single-glazed villas. A well-planned heat pump installation starts with your home, not a box off the shelf, and we handle heat pump installation in Nelson and right across Tasman.
How much does a heat pump cost to run in Nelson?
A modern heat pump is one of the cheapest ways to heat a home, typically returning around three to four units of heat for every unit of power it draws. Running cost depends on how well your home holds heat and whether the unit is sized right, since an undersized one works too hard and a wildly oversized one short-cycles. Try our heat pump sizing calculator for a starting point, and see our installation cost guide for the up-front numbers.
Which heat pump brand is best for a Nelson home?
There is no single best brand. Sizing and a tidy install matter more than the badge. We fit all the major brands and match one to your home and budget, from Mitsubishi Electric heat pumps and Daikin heat pumps through to solid value options. Have a look at the different types of heat pump to see what suits your rooms.
Does a heat pump work as an air conditioner?
Yes. A heat pump is a reverse-cycle air conditioner, so the same unit that warms your home on a frosty morning will cool it on a hot Nelson summer afternoon. You just switch it to cooling mode. If summer comfort is your main goal, our air conditioning options are the same reliable units, set up for cooling as well as heating.