Blackford is stone villa country below the hill — large detached and semi-detached homes where fabric-first upgrades and heat pumps genuinely stack up.
Property stock in Blackford
Substantial Victorian and Edwardian stone villas with suspended timber floors, large glazing areas and generous rear gardens for outdoor units. Heat pumps, solar-battery and floor insulation are the high-impact moves.
Yes, with fabric work first. Typical spec is a 10-14 kW monobloc with upsized radiators after loft, floor and selective internal wall insulation.
How much is the heat pump grant?
£7,500 from Home Energy Scotland, plus an interest-free loan for the balance, subject to eligibility and an MCS-registered partner install.
Can you insulate under suspended timber floors?
Yes — breathable underfloor insulation between joists, installed from below where there is a cellar or from above during a floor lift.
Are your engineers Gas Safe registered and vetted?
Every install and repair is delivered by a vetted partner Gas Safe registered engineer. We check ID, insurance and recent reviews before any engineer works under the Heatscape name.
Do you offer finance or spread-payment options?
Yes — 0% APR over 24 months and longer-term plans up to 10 years via our FCA-regulated finance partner, subject to status. We quote the full monthly cost upfront.
How is the price fixed — will there be extras on the day?
Every quote is fixed price, no hidden extras. Anything that could vary (gas riser upgrade, flue reroute, factor consent) is itemised on the quote before you sign.
Quoted on Monday, fitted by Friday. Fixed price, no surprises, and the engineer cleaned up better than I did. House is finally warm in the upstairs bedrooms.
Sarah M., Morningside EH10 — Worcester combi boiler swap · 5/5 ·