Ducted air conditioning in Exeter
Ducted systems suit Exeter loft conversions and new extensions where ceilings are being boarded anyway. South West summers are milder on the coast, but sheltered towns and south-facing rooms still overheat, and efficient winter heating matters just as much.
In an older house in Exeter, the loft and any existing bulkheads decide whether a ducted layout will work. We cover Exeter as part of Devon, roughly 36 miles from Plymouth. Homes in EX2 are all within our coverage.
Prices in Exeter
For Exeter, expect roughly £5,450 to £14,950 per system, VAT included, adjusted for typical South West England rates. It sits near the middle of UK prices. What moves a quote in Exeter up or down is mostly pipe length, how high the outdoor unit goes, and whether a new electrical circuit is needed. For reference, the Zoned option in Exeter (motorised dampers or two units for separate floors or room groups) usually comes to about £7,450–£10,950.
Single zone
One ducted unit serving two or three rooms from a loft or void.
Zoned
Motorised dampers or two units for separate floors or room groups.
Whole home
Multiple ducted units with linear slot diffusers and smart control.
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 Exeter, 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
We book surveys in Exeter at a time that suits you, including early evenings by arrangement, and send the written quote afterwards. Surveys in Exeter cover heat gain, pipe routes, electrics, access and noise to the nearest neighbour, so surprises on the day are rare.
What is included
Included with ducted air conditioning in Exeter:
- Insulated ductwork, plenums and grilles
- Wall controller or app control
- Free survey with ceiling-void and loft inspection
- Commissioning with airflow balancing per grille
- Access hatch and condensate route planned in
Nearby
Neighbouring places we cover include Heavitree (1 mile), Exmouth (9 miles) and Tiverton (12 miles). See all services in Exeter or ducted air conditioning across Devon.