How Air Conditioning Installation Works
Installing air conditioning involves an indoor unit, an outdoor unit, refrigerant pipework connecting them, and an electrical supply, and the process is more involved than simply mounting a box on a wall..
Installing air conditioning involves an indoor unit, an outdoor unit, refrigerant pipework connecting them, and an electrical supply, and the process is more involved than simply mounting a box on a wall.
Siting the units
The indoor unit position affects airflow around the room, while the outdoor unit needs adequate clearance for airflow and access for future servicing.
Running the pipework
Refrigerant pipework and drainage need a practical route between indoor and outdoor units, often through an external wall, which is agreed before work starts.
Commissioning at the end
The system is pressure tested, evacuated and charged with refrigerant to the correct level, then checked for cooling performance before handover.
Plan an air conditioning installation
Tell us the room or rooms you want cooled and we'll talk through unit siting and what the installation would involve.
Questions we get asked
Do I need planning permission for air con?
Most domestic installations don't, but there can be restrictions depending on property type and location, which we can advise on.
How long does installation take?
A single-room split system typically takes a day, with multi-room systems taking longer depending on pipework runs.
Who can legally handle the refrigerant?
Refrigerant handling requires F-Gas qualified engineers; it's not something that should be attempted without the right certification.