Cold feet, warm ceiling? You may have the wrong heat pump for your home
Many Wellington homes rely on a high-wall heat pump that pushes warm air towards the ceiling while cooler air remains at floor level. The result is uneven temperatures, higher power bills and a home that never feels as comfortable as it should.
Abode specialises in recommending the right heat pump for the way your home is built. In many open-plan living areas, a floor-mounted unit distributes warmth more effectively, heating occupied spaces faster while using less energy.
As authorised Daikin and Mitsubishi Electric dealers, every system is designed with input from our in-house mechanical engineer and backed by a workmanship guarantee that matches the manufacturer's warranty. Every quote includes clearly explained options, helping you compare performance, running costs and budget before choosing the solution that's right for your home.
To arrange a free, no-obligation quote, get in touch via the Contact form.
To arrange a free, no-obligation quote, get in touch via the Contact form.
Heat Pumps - Overview:
Residential heat pump installation across the Greater Wellington region, covering high-wall, floor and ducted systems, ongoing service and maintenance for Daikin and Mitsubishi Electric units.
- High-wall, floor, ducted and multi-split heat pump installation options
- Sizing based on heat loss calculations, room volume and airflow
- In-house electricians and technicians handle every job without subcontracting
- Code of Compliance certificate issued with each installation to protect manufacturer warranty
- Annual heat pump service and maintenance covering indoor strip-down, outdoor wash and diagnostics
- Good, better and best system options with low-temperature COP figures explained
Wellington heat pump installation designed for the way you live
- High-wall, floor and ducted heat pump installation
- Wellington's leading floor unit installer for warmer rooms on less power
- Authorised Daikin and Mitsubishi Electric installers with matched workmanship guarantees
Heat pump installation across the Greater Wellington region, including Hutt Valley, Porirua, Kapiti, Levin and Masterton
Matching the right unit to the right space in your home
The wrong unit in the wrong application is the single biggest reason Wellingtonians end up draping throws over the sofa. In large, open-plan areas, high-wall units push warm air along the ceiling, leaving cold air below 1.2 metres, right where you sit.
The thermostat detects the warmer air near the ceiling, so the unit cycles down.
Floor units start heating at floor level and reach living height faster, often covering a larger area.
Where a room suits a high-wall, multi-split or ducted heat pump, that is what we recommend.
The thermostat detects the warmer air near the ceiling, so the unit cycles down.
Floor units start heating at floor level and reach living height faster, often covering a larger area.
Where a room suits a high-wall, multi-split or ducted heat pump, that is what we recommend.
Authorised Daikin and Mitsubishi Electric installers with honest efficiency numbers
Abode Air Conditioning has been an authorised Daikin dealer for more than 25 years and has held Mitsubishi Electric authorisation for over 12 years. Both brands guard their licences closely, only wanting their name on properly done work.
Installation is completed by our own crews, including our qualified in-house electricians and installation team, with no subcontracting. Every job receives a Code of Compliance certificate, also required for the manufacturer's warranty, alongside correct sizing, unit location and outdoor clearance.
Most quotes offer good, better and best options, weighing performance against budget. Efficiency is measured as Coefficient of Performance (COP): a plug-in oil heater has a COP of one, while a modern inverter heat pump runs at 3.5 to 4.5, producing 3.5 to 4.5 units of heat per unit of power drawn.
Published COP figures can vary depending on the test conditions, so we explain the low-temperature performance that matters on a frosty Wellington morning.
Installation is completed by our own crews, including our qualified in-house electricians and installation team, with no subcontracting. Every job receives a Code of Compliance certificate, also required for the manufacturer's warranty, alongside correct sizing, unit location and outdoor clearance.
Most quotes offer good, better and best options, weighing performance against budget. Efficiency is measured as Coefficient of Performance (COP): a plug-in oil heater has a COP of one, while a modern inverter heat pump runs at 3.5 to 4.5, producing 3.5 to 4.5 units of heat per unit of power drawn.
Published COP figures can vary depending on the test conditions, so we explain the low-temperature performance that matters on a frosty Wellington morning.
For an overview of how heating, cooling, dehumidifying and air purification sit alongside whole-home comfort, see Residential Climate Control.
Annual servicing and workmanship guarantees that match the manufacturer
A maintained heat pump lasts 15 to 20 years, but annual servicing keeps the warranty active and prevents mould on the indoor coil. A full service takes 45 minutes to an hour and includes:
- Removing covers and stripping the indoor unit
- Cleaning and disinfecting coils and filters
- Stripping and washing the outdoor unit
- Applying anti-rust paint where corrosion or salt spray is found
- Running a diagnostic check to confirm efficiency
Our senior service technicians bring decades of industry experience to every maintenance visit. Parts arrive within three to four days. Service covers Wellington, the Hutt Valley, Porirua, Kapiti, Levin and Masterton.
Most single high-wall or floor heat pump installations are completed within one day by our in-house team. Ducted heat pump systems usually take three to four days with a three-person crew, depending on property layout and ceiling or underfloor access.
Larger multi-split or whole-home projects are scheduled in stages, with electrical connection and commissioning built into the timeline.
Heat pump prices depend on the kilowatt output required, unit type (high-wall, floor, ducted or multi-split), pipe run length, electrical work involved and any building modifications such as ceiling access or bracket mounting.
Heat loss, room volume and airflow are measured on site so the quoted system matches actual requirements rather than a guessed size. Site visits are preferred over remote quoting because outdoor units can weigh 25 to 60 kilograms and access affects labour.
Heat pumps should be serviced every 12 months to maintain efficiency, warranty cover and air quality. Servicing covers stripping down indoor components, cleaning coils and filters, checking for mould spores, washing the outdoor unit and running a diagnostic check.
Skipping annual servicing can void the manufacturer's warranty and reduce efficiency, meaning the unit works harder and costs more to run.
A ducted heat pump conditions multiple rooms from a single hidden indoor unit, with air delivered through ceiling or underfloor ducts and grilles and balanced with an anemometer during commissioning. Standard high-wall units heat or cool one zone only.
Ducted systems suit whole-home comfort, offer a discreet appearance and can be zoned so unused rooms are not heated unnecessarily, provided minimum airflow limits are respected.
Energy efficient heat pumps typically deliver around four times the heat for the electricity used, lowering running costs compared with electric heaters or gas.
Higher-rated Daikin and Mitsubishi Electric inverter models may also qualify for green loans, which can offset the initial investment through reduced interest and lower monthly power bills.
Heat Pumps - Summary:
- What: Residential heat pump installation, including high-wall, floor and ducted heat pumps, plus annual heat pump service and maintenance, supplied by authorised Daikin and Mitsubishi Electric installers.
- Where: Heat pump installation and servicing across the Greater Wellington region, including Hutt Valley, Porirua, Kapiti, Levin and Masterton.
- Who for: Wellington homeowners seeking energy efficient heat pumps, and landlords needing Healthy Homes compliant heating assessments for rental properties.