Air conditioning for extensions and kitchen-diners in Manchester
In the North West, heating efficiency is often the main benefit, with summer cooling a welcome bonus. An extension in Manchester with a roof lantern or large glazed doors can overheat quickly on a sunny afternoon.
In Manchester, a side wall of a single-storey extension is usually the neatest place for the indoor unit. As well as Manchester itself, our Greater Manchester coverage takes in Oldham, Wigan and the towns around them. We cover M1, M2, M3, M4, M11 and 3 more and the streets around them.
Prices in Manchester
Guide prices around Manchester run from £1,395 to £4,245 per space including VAT. That sits a little below the UK middle, reflecting typical North West England labour rates. Longer or hidden pipe runs, high-level brackets and electrical upgrades are the usual reasons a quote lands at the top of the range. On our North West England figures, the Large single option (one 5–7 kW unit for a large glazed space) is about £1,945–£2,695.
Single unit
One 3.5–5 kW unit for a medium extension.
Large single
One 5–7 kW unit for a large glazed space.
Twin units
Two indoor units on a multi-split for long or L-shaped spaces.
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 Manchester, 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 Manchester 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 as standard in Manchester:
- One or two units sized for the whole space
- Placement clear of the hob and oven
- Free survey with glazing and roof heat-gain check
- Pressure test, vacuum and commissioning
- Hidden routes during the build, or neat surface routes after
Nearby
Nearby, we also cover Salford (2 miles), Old Trafford (3 miles) and Droylsden (4 miles). See all services in Manchester or air conditioning for extensions and kitchen-diners across Greater Manchester.