Air conditioning and the £2,500 grant in Wandsworth
If you own a home in Wandsworth that's heated by gas, oil or electric, the Boiler Upgrade Scheme usually pays £2,500 towards an air-to-air heat pump — the wall-mounted unit most people call air conditioning. Here's what's specific to your borough.
Local planning notes
Most Wandsworth homes fall under permitted development for a single outdoor unit fitted to a side or rear wall, provided noise limits are met and the unit is set back from boundaries. Conservation areas around Battersea Park, Clapham Common and Wandsworth Common are more restrictive — front-facing units almost always need consent.
Typical costs in Wandsworth
Typical single-room split installs in Wandsworth run £1,500–£3,500 before the £2,500 grant. Two-room installs in period terraces are commonly £3,500–£5,000.
See if the £2,500 grant applies to your home — five questions.
Check eligibilityLocal information is indicative. Confirm planning and costs with an MCS-certified installer for your address, and check the current Ofgem guidance for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme.