Ducted air conditioning in Barnes
For a renovation in Barnes, the best time to plan ducted cooling is before the plasterers arrive. London's dense streets hold heat overnight, so top-floor flats and loft rooms often stay warm long after sunset.
Ducted systems suit Barnes loft conversions and new extensions where ceilings are being boarded anyway. Barnes is about 6 miles from central London and falls within our London coverage. Coverage includes SW13.
Prices in Barnes
In London, our guide range for ducted air conditioning is £7,195–£19,745 per system, including VAT. Prices here sit above the national middle, reflecting London labour rates and parking and access costs. Concealed pipework, access equipment for high walls and any electrical work are what push prices towards the upper figure. On our London figures, the Zoned option (motorised dampers or two units for separate floors or room groups) is about £9,845–£14,445.
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
In England, most houses can have an outdoor unit under permitted development if it is no larger than 1.5 m³, meets the MCS 020(a) noise limit of 37 dB(A) at the nearest neighbour's window, and there are no more than two on a detached house or one on other houses. Listed buildings need consent.
The survey
We book surveys in Barnes at a time that suits you, including early evenings by arrangement, and send the written quote afterwards. At the survey we look at how each room is used, where the sun hits it and how the pipes can reach the outside wall, then put it all in a written quote.
What is included
Included with ducted air conditioning in Barnes:
- Commissioning with airflow balancing per grille
- Concealed fan unit and outdoor unit sized to the zone
- Insulated ductwork, plenums and grilles
- Access hatch and condensate route planned in
- Wall controller or app control
Nearby
Close to Barnes, our coverage also includes Chiswick (1 mile), Putney (2 miles) and Fulham (2 miles). See all services in Barnes or ducted air conditioning across London.