Air conditioning for extensions and kitchen-diners in Alness
In Alness, a side wall of a single-storey extension is usually the neatest place for the indoor unit. In the Highlands, Islands and the North East of Scotland, systems are sized for cold winter days first.
An extension in Alness with a roof lantern or large glazed doors can overheat quickly on a sunny afternoon. Alness sits around 15 miles from Inverness, inside our Highland area. Postcode districts we cover here include IV17.
Prices in Alness
Guide prices around Alness run from £1,295 to £3,945 per space including VAT. Labour rates in the Highlands, Islands and North East Scotland keep this slightly under the national middle. Concealed pipework, access equipment for high walls and any electrical work are what push prices towards the upper figure. On our Highlands, Islands and North East Scotland figures, the Large single option (one 5–7 kW unit for a large glazed space) is about £1,795–£2,545.
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
Scotland has its own permitted development rules for heat pumps and outdoor units, with stricter treatment of listed buildings and conservation areas. We check the current position for your property with you and, if needed, with the council.
The survey
On a survey in Alness the engineer looks at room size, glazing, the route for pipes and drains, the electrics and where the outdoor unit can sit quietly, then the written quote follows. We book surveys in Alness at a time that suits you, including early evenings by arrangement, and send the written quote afterwards.
What is included
Included as standard in Alness:
- Free survey with glazing and roof heat-gain check
- Placement clear of the hob and oven
- Hidden routes during the build, or neat surface routes after
- Handover of the remote or app
- One or two units sized for the whole space
Nearby
If you are just outside Alness, we also work in Dingwall (9 miles), Inverness (15 miles) and Nairn (16 miles). See all services in Alness or air conditioning for extensions and kitchen-diners across the Highlands.