Which towns in London do you cover?

All of London, including Islington, Westminster, Bexley and Barking. Each town has its own page below with local details.

Bedroom and loft air conditioning in London

Bedroom and loft air conditioning across London

For bedrooms in Westminster, we place the outdoor unit at the back of the house, away from neighbours' windows. Loft conversions and top-floor bedrooms in Westminster gain heat through the roof all day and give it back at night. In London, heat soaks into brick and concrete during the day and comes back out at night, which is when it is hardest to sleep.

Prices in London

Budget around £1,595–£3,895 per room including VAT for bedroom and loft air conditioning in and around London. That is above the UK middle, mainly because labour and access cost more in London. What moves a quote in London up or down is mostly pipe length, how high the outdoor unit goes, and whether a new electrical circuit is needed. As an example, the Popular option (low-noise unit with Wi-Fi for a loft room or main bedroom) would typically be £2,045–£2,895 here.

Essential

£1,595–£2,195

inc VAT, London guide

2–2.5 kW unit for a small bedroom with a short pipe run.

Balanced choice

Premium

£2,695–£3,895

inc VAT, London guide

Very quiet model, concealed pipework or a flat-roof stand.

Guide prices show VAT at 20%. HMRC treats most fixed air conditioners and air-to-air heat pumps installed in homes as energy-saving materials, zero-rated until 31 March 2027 when we supply and fit them. If your installation qualifies, your quote shows 0% VAT and a lower price. Servicing, repairs, cleaning and controls are charged at 20%.

Planning and permissions

For most houses in London, the outdoor unit is permitted development if it passes the MCS 020(a) noise check (37 dB(A) or less at the nearest neighbouring window) and stays within the size and number limits. We run that check on survey.

The survey

Surveys in London cover heat gain, pipe routes, electrics, access and noise to the nearest neighbour, so surprises on the day are rare. A survey in London usually takes one to two hours. We measure the rooms, check the walls and the consumer unit, agree the outdoor unit position with you and photograph the pipe routes.

What is included

Included with bedroom and loft air conditioning across London:

Quiet inverter unit with night mode
Free survey with roof and glazing heat-gain check
Neat pipe route from loft to outdoor unit
Handover of night-time and timer settings
Access equipment where needed for high-level work
Pressure test, vacuum and commissioning

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FAQ

Bedroom and loft air conditioning in London

How much does bedroom and loft air conditioning cost in London?

Our London guide range is £1,595–£3,895 per room, including VAT.

Will the outdoor unit need planning permission in London?

Most houses can have an outdoor unit under permitted development if it meets the size, number and MCS 020(a) noise conditions. Flats and listed buildings usually need permission or consent. We check on survey.

Which parts of London do you cover?

All of London, including Islington, Westminster, Bexley and Barking. Each district has its own page below with local details.

Is the survey free?

Yes, for new installations on the mainland. The survey and written quote are free and there is no obligation.

Can one outdoor unit serve two bedrooms?

Yes, a multi-split can run two to five rooms from one outdoor unit, which is often neater for a pair of bedrooms.

What temperature is best for sleeping?

Most people sleep well with the room around 18–20 °C. Set the unit a few degrees below the outside temperature in a heatwave rather than as low as it will go.

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