Heat pumps are one of the best upgrades you can make for comfort and efficiency, but the performance comes down to correct sizing, smart placement, and quality installation.
TopChoice curates a Top 5 list of trusted, independently reviewed heat pump installers in each city, focused on correct sizing, quality installation and support. Choose your location below to see our recommendations.
Heat Pump Installers available in 24 locations. Jump straight to the recommended Top 5 heat pump installers in your city.
The Top 5 heat pump installers in each city cover the full range of work.
New heat pump supply and installation, high-wall, floor console and more.
Replacing older units with modern, efficient systems.
Ducted heat pump design and installation for whole-home comfort.
One outdoor unit serving multiple indoor heads.
Servicing, maintenance and cleaning to keep systems efficient.
Performance issues plus advice on sizing, placement and running costs.
TopChoice recommendations are editorially curated by our New Zealand team. Rather than listing every business that pays to appear, we research each local market and shortlist only the heat pump installers who consistently stand out. Every heat pump installer is assessed using a consistent framework that considers factors such as:
We read what customers say on Google and other public platforms.
We look for providers who deliver the same standard job after job.
We check the breadth of work a business genuinely takes on.
We weigh local track record and relevant qualifications.
We consider how clearly and professionally they deal with customers.
Our independent Top 5 rankings draw on public reputation signals from Google and other platforms, alongside our own editorial research. TopChoice also hosts native customer reviews on eligible Featured business profiles, but those reviews never determine or influence the Top 5. Every Top 5 list is reviewed periodically and can change over time as businesses grow, improve, or fall short, so the recommendations stay current and worth trusting.
Before you commit, it pays to ask a few key questions.
A unit that's too small will struggle; too big can short-cycle and feel uneven.
Placement affects noise, airflow, drainage and long-term performance.
For whole-home comfort ducted can be ideal, but it needs proper design.
Confirm electrical, pipe runs, brackets, drainage and any roof or ceiling work.
Ask who you call for servicing and issues after install.
TopChoice takes a curated approach by limiting each city to just five recommended heat pump installers. This avoids the clutter common in open directories and makes it far easier to compare your options without endless scrolling.
Choosing a heat pump installer can be a big decision, and it's hard to know who to trust. We do the legwork, so you can shortlist quickly and reach out with confidence. Every heat pump installer on our lists is independent, local, and chosen on merit. A TopChoice Spotlight placement may be available and is clearly labelled, but it never influences the editorial rankings.
Pricing depends on unit type (standard vs ducted), access, electrical requirements, and whether you're replacing an existing system. Get an itemised quote that confirms what's included.
Ducted can be excellent for whole-home comfort, but it's a bigger install and needs design planning. Standard heat pumps are often the best value for single rooms or targeted areas.
Yes, regular cleaning and maintenance helps efficiency, air quality and reliability. If the unit smells, leaks or struggles to heat, it is worth getting checked.
We editorially assess local heat pump installers using a consistent framework, public customer reviews and feedback, evidence of workmanship, clarity of service and quoting, professional standards, and communication quality. Our editorial Top 5 rankings draw on public reputation signals from Google and other public sources, alongside our own research. TopChoice also hosts native customer reviews on eligible Featured business profiles, but those reviews never determine or influence the Top 5.
No. A TopChoice Spotlight placement may be available and is clearly labelled, but it never influences the editorial rankings within our Top 5 heat pump installers lists.
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