Ducted air conditioning in Shepherds Bush
London's dense streets hold heat overnight, so top-floor flats and loft rooms often stay warm long after sunset. For a renovation in Shepherds Bush, the best time to plan ducted cooling is before the plasterers arrive.
Ducted systems suit Shepherds Bush loft conversions and new extensions where ceilings are being boarded anyway. Our London coverage takes in Shepherds Bush, about 4 miles from central London. That includes the W12 postcode district.
Prices in Shepherds Bush
For Shepherds Bush, expect roughly £7,195 to £19,745 per system, VAT included, adjusted for typical London rates. That is above the UK middle, mainly because labour and access cost more in London. Quotes move with the length of the pipe run, where the outdoor unit can sit and how much electrical work the job needs. For reference, the Zoned option in Shepherds Bush (motorised dampers or two units for separate floors or room groups) usually comes to 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
Since 29 May 2025, England's permitted development rules allow larger outdoor units (up to 1.5 m³) and no longer require a 1 m gap to the boundary, provided the MCS 020(a) noise check is met. Listed buildings and pitched-roof installs still need permission.
The survey
We book surveys in Shepherds Bush at a time that suits you, including early evenings by arrangement, and send the written quote afterwards. Surveys in Shepherds Bush 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 Shepherds Bush:
- Concealed fan unit and outdoor unit sized to the zone
- Access hatch and condensate route planned in
- Insulated ductwork, plenums and grilles
- Wall controller or app control
- Commissioning with airflow balancing per grille
Nearby
If you are just outside Shepherds Bush, we also work in Notting Hill (under a mile), Chiswick (2 miles) and Fulham (2 miles). See all services in Shepherds Bush or ducted air conditioning across London.