Most of the housing in Royal Oak is post-war bungalows and brick-and-tile that have never had proper heating. A heat pump changes that quickly. In and running in a day and you'll feel the difference that first cold night.
Local knowledge: Royal Oak has three distinct housing eras and each one needs a different install approach. Post-war bungalows get a standard pipe penetration through weatherboard cladding, and many have accessible ceiling cavities that suit a ducted system down the track. The 1950s–70s brick-and-tile homes need masonry core drilling for the refrigerant pipe. Newer infill townhouses have steel framing and tighter sections that require extra care when drilling and often need wall-bracket mounting for the outdoor unit. The specialist I send to Royal Oak confirms your construction type at the site visit and prices accordingly, before anything is ordered.
The right system and the right installation method both depend on your home's era. Here is how the three main Royal Oak housing types differ.
Most Royal Oak homes suit one of three system types. The right choice depends on how many rooms you want to heat and how the home is laid out.
A high-wall unit in the main living area covers the space where you spend the most time. Most Royal Oak families start here. It is the fastest to install, the lowest upfront cost, and it makes a real difference to a cold post-war bungalow or a draughty brick-and-tile lounge. Bedrooms can be added later with a second unit or a multi-split.
A multi-split system runs two, three, or four indoor units from a single outdoor unit. This suits Royal Oak homes where you want both the living area and bedrooms covered without cluttering a compact section with multiple outdoor units. One unit on the wall is tidier and often more practical on the sections you find between Epsom and Onehunga.
Royal Oak's post-war bungalows and older brick-and-tile homes with accessible ceiling cavities can suit a ducted system that heats the whole home from concealed ceiling vents. No visible indoor units, even warmth throughout. My Mt Eden specialist confirms ceiling cavity access at the site visit before ducted goes on the table as an option.
The specialist I recommend in Royal Oak identifies your cladding type at the site visit. Weatherboard, brick-and-tile, and steel-frame townhouses each have different drilling requirements and different pricing. You receive a quote that reflects your actual home, not a ballpark figure that shifts once work begins.
Royal Oak's housing spans more than seven decades of switchboard standards. Some of the older bungalows still have original boards that need a new dedicated circuit before a heat pump can be added. That cost, typically $300–$800, is confirmed and included in the fixed price before you commit to anything.
All electrical work is carried out by registered electricians. You receive an Electrical Certificate of Compliance on completion. It is a legal requirement and you will need it for your home's records and for any future sale.
Every install is backed by a 12-month workmanship guarantee on top of the manufacturer warranty. He only services what he installs, so if something is not right within that period, he comes back and sorts it.
Most single-room jobs are done within a week of your first call.
Let me know what you need and a bit about your property. I match you with the specialist I trust in Royal Oak, someone I know personally from my years working alongside him on the tools.
Free, no obligationHe checks your cladding type, ceiling cavity, switchboard, and outdoor unit placement. You receive a written quote covering supply, installation, drilling, wall-bracket mounting where needed, electrical work, and Certificate of Compliance.
Within 48 hoursWeatherboard bungalow installs run 4 to 6 hours. Brick-and-tile takes a little longer due to masonry drilling. He works cleanly and leaves the place tidy.
4 to 6 hoursThe system is started up and tested. He walks you through the controls. Your registered electrician issues the Certificate of Compliance on the same day.
Same dayRoyal Oak sits between Epsom and Onehunga, and my Mt Eden specialist covers the surrounding Central Auckland suburbs as well.
See the full list of service areas across Central Auckland, or visit the Mt Eden installation page for general information. Return to the Mt Eden Heat Pumps homepage.
The specialist I recommend in Royal Oak assesses your building type, identifies the right system, and gives you a price that covers the actual job. No surprises on install day.