Ducted air conditioning across the Isle of Wight
Ducted systems suit Newport loft conversions and new extensions where ceilings are being boarded anyway. For a renovation in Newport, the best time to plan ducted cooling is before the plasterers arrive. Hot spells reach the South East early, which makes spring the easiest time to arrange an installation.
Prices on the Isle of Wight
Guide prices around the Isle of Wight run from £6,645 to £18,245 per system including VAT. What moves a quote on the Isle of Wight up or down is mostly pipe length, how high the outdoor unit goes, and whether a new electrical circuit is needed. On our South East England figures, the Zoned option (motorised dampers or two units for separate floors or room groups) is about £9,095–£13,345. Travel, ferry or accommodation costs are not in these figures; they are quoted as a fixed amount in writing before you book.
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
England's rules let most houses fit an outdoor unit without a planning application, as long as the size, number and MCS 020(a) noise conditions are met. Flats, listed buildings and roof-mounted units are treated differently.
The survey
On the Isle of Wight we often start with photos, room measurements and the make of any existing system, so the survey visit is focused and any travel cost can be quoted in writing first. Where travel is involved, we agree the survey arrangements and any travel cost up front. On the day, the engineer measures the rooms, checks the electrics and agrees the outdoor unit position with you.
What is included
Included with ducted air conditioning across the Isle of Wight:
- Insulated ductwork, plenums and grilles
- Commissioning with airflow balancing per grille
- Access hatch and condensate route planned in
- Wall controller or app control
- Survey by arrangement with ceiling-void and loft inspection
- Concealed fan unit and outdoor unit sized to the zone
Towns on the Isle of Wight
Pick your town for local details, or see every service on the Isle of Wight.