Heat pump installers in Almere: compare 16 companies
Heat pump installers in Almere: compare 16 companies
Almere is the youngest major city in the Netherlands. Built from 1976 on land that was seabed less than half a century earlier. This makes Almere a remarkably interesting city for heat pumps — nearly the entire housing stock is relatively new. No centuries-old canal houses you're not allowed to touch, no poorly insulated pre-war homes that need tens of thousands of euros in upgrades before you can even consider a heat pump.
With 16 installers, Almere is well served. The city now counts over 220,000 residents spread across districts including Almere Stad, Almere Haven, Almere Buiten, Almere Poort, and Almere Hout. Each district has its own character in terms of construction. Almere Haven, the oldest part, has the most homes from the late 1970s and '80s. Almere Poort and Almere Hout are the newest, with homes already meeting strict energy standards.
The soil in Almere is clay over peat — not ideal for ground-source heat pumps due to limited thermal conductivity. But for air-to-water heat pumps, that makes no difference. And with the flat, open landscape of Flevoland, there's always plenty of air circulation around outdoor units.
Quick overview
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of installers | 16 |
| Average rating | 4.3 / 5 |
| Regional price indication | €6,000 – €12,500 (air-to-water) |
| Most requested type | Air-to-water heat pump |
Why a heat pump in Almere?
Almere is essentially the perfect heat pump city. The homes are young, well-insulated, and nearly all equipped with underfloor heating or low-temperature radiators. Those are precisely the conditions under which a heat pump performs at its best.
The municipality has joined the Programme for Gas-Free Neighbourhoods. The Almere Haven-Centrum neighbourhood has been designated as a pilot area, exploring how an entire neighbourhood can switch to sustainable heating, with heat pumps as one of the primary solutions.
Practical advantage of newer homes: most houses in Almere already have well-insulated floors, HR++ glazing, and cavity wall insulation. This means you need a relatively small heat pump — a 5 to 8 kW model suffices for many terraced houses. That saves on purchase costs.
Flevoland's wind is famous. What many people don't realise: wind around the outdoor unit can actually improve the efficiency of an air-to-water heat pump, provided the unit is properly positioned. Sheltered placement is important to prevent freezing of the outdoor component, but a light breeze helps heat exchange.
How to choose an installer in Almere
Almere is a growth municipality and that attracts installers. Not all of them are equally experienced. Something to watch out for: some companies from Amsterdam and Utrecht advertise in Almere but charge higher travel costs.
Preferably choose an installer actually based in Almere or Flevoland. That saves not just on costs but also on after-service. A breakdown on a winter evening is not something you want to resolve with a technician who needs to come through the Flevotunnel from Amsterdam.
Check F-gas certification. It's mandatory. Also see whether the company has experience with your home type. An installer who mostly works in Almere Poort (new-build, often pre-prepared for a heat pump) approaches a home in Almere Haven (1980s, possibly still with high-temperature radiators) very differently.
Compare at least three quotes. Prices in Almere are generally slightly below the national average due to the relatively straightforward installations in the young housing stock.
Heat pump costs in Almere
Heat pump costs in Almere compare favourably to many other cities. Not because installers here are cheaper, but because the homes are better prepared.
An air-to-water heat pump for a mid-terrace home in Almere costs on average €6,000 to €11,000 including installation. For homes that already have underfloor heating (much of the newer stock), you save on heat distribution system costs. Hybrid heat pumps range from €3,500 to €6,000.
In Almere Poort and Almere Hout, some homes were delivered with a heat pump already installed. Replacing such an existing system is typically cheaper (€5,000 to €8,000) because the pipework and distribution system are already in place.
Ground-source heat pumps are less common in Almere due to the clay soil, but not impossible. Budget €15,000 to €23,000 for those.
Full cost details are available in our cost guide.
Subsidies in Almere
The national ISDE subsidy provides €1,750 to €4,575 for a heat pump. In Almere, there's a good chance your heat pump qualifies for a higher subsidy tier, as the well-insulated homes enable higher COP values.
The municipality of Almere additionally offers the Almere Sustainability Fund (Duurzaamheidsfonds) — a loan at favourable interest for energy-saving measures. The National Heat Fund is also available.
Specific to Almere: the municipality works with housing corporations to accelerate sustainability upgrades in rental properties. As a tenant, you may qualify through your corporation (GoedeStede, Ymere, de Alliantie) for a heat pump without any personal investment.
Read the complete subsidy overview for all details.
Frequently asked questions
What does a heat pump cost in Almere?
An air-to-water heat pump in Almere costs on average €6,000 to €11,000 including installation. The relatively young homes in Almere are often already well-insulated and equipped with underfloor heating, keeping installation costs lower than in cities with older housing stock. Brands like Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric, and Samsung are popular in the region.
How much subsidy can I get in Almere?
Through ISDE, you'll receive €1,750 to €4,575 for a heat pump. The municipality additionally offers the Sustainability Fund with favourable loans. Combine the heat pump with extra insulation or solar panels to maximise your subsidy amount.
Which heat pump suits homes in Almere?
Most homes in Almere are suitable for a full air-to-water heat pump. Homes from the 1980s (Almere Haven) may still have high-temperature radiators that need replacing. New-builds in Almere Poort and Almere Hout are often pre-prepared or already equipped with a heat pump. Ground-source heat pumps are less common due to the clay soil, but technically feasible.
How do I find a certified installer in Almere?
On this page you'll find all 16 heat pump installers active in Almere. Filter by rating, brand, and specialisation. Look for F-gas certification and preferably choose an installer based in Flevoland for quick service in case of issues.
Heat pump installers nearby
Also check the installers in Lelystad, Zeewolde, and Dronten. Flevoland is a compact province and many installers serve multiple municipalities.
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Frequently asked questions about heat pumps in Almere
What does a heat pump cost in Almere?
An air-to-water heat pump in Almere costs on average €6,000 to €11,000 including installation. The relatively young homes in Almere are often already well-insulated and equipped with underfloor heating, keeping installation costs lower than in cities with older housing stock. Brands like Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric, and Samsung are popular in the region.
How much subsidy can I get in Almere?
Through ISDE, you'll receive €1,750 to €4,575 for a heat pump. The municipality additionally offers the Sustainability Fund with favourable loans. Combine the heat pump with extra insulation or solar panels to maximise your subsidy amount.
Which heat pump suits homes in Almere?
Most homes in Almere are suitable for a full air-to-water heat pump. Homes from the 1980s (Almere Haven) may still have high-temperature radiators that need replacing. New-builds in Almere Poort and Almere Hout are often pre-prepared or already equipped with a heat pump. Ground-source heat pumps are less common due to the clay soil, but technically feasible.
How do I find a certified installer in Almere?
On this page you'll find all 16 heat pump installers active in Almere. Filter by rating, brand, and specialisation. Look for F-gas certification and preferably choose an installer based in Flevoland for quick service in case of issues. ## Heat pump installers nearby Also check the installers in [Lelystad][link:/gemeente/lelystad], [Zeewolde][link:/gemeente/zeewolde], and [Dronten][link:/gemeente/dronten]. Flevoland is a compact province and many installers serve multiple municipalities. --- *Breadcrumb: [Home][link:/] > [Flevoland][link:/provincie/flevoland] > Almere* Also read: [What does a heat pump cost?][link:/gids/warmtepomp-kosten] · [Finding a certified installer][link:/gids/erkend-installateur-vinden] · [Heat pump subsidies][link:/gids/warmtepomp-subsidie]