Air conditioning for extensions and kitchen-diners in South Croydon
The urban heat island effect means London bedrooms can stay uncomfortably warm on summer nights. An extension in South Croydon with a roof lantern or large glazed doors can overheat quickly on a sunny afternoon.
For a kitchen-diner in South Croydon, we place the indoor unit clear of the hob and plan the outdoor unit at the rear. Our London coverage takes in South Croydon, about 10 miles from central London. Postcode districts we cover here include CR7 and CR9.
Prices in South Croydon
Air conditioning for extensions and kitchen-diners in South Croydon typically comes in at £1,895–£5,845 per space including VAT, based on London rates. London is one of the dearer parts of the UK for trades, which shows in the range. What moves a quote in South Croydon up or down is mostly pipe length, how high the outdoor unit goes, and whether a new electrical circuit is needed. Typical Large single work (one 5–7 kW unit for a large glazed space) lands around £2,695–£3,745 in this area.
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
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 South Croydon 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
Here is what is included on every job in South Croydon:
- 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
- Placement clear of the hob and oven
- Free survey with glazing and roof heat-gain check
Nearby
If you are just outside South Croydon, we also work in Croydon (1 mile), Purley (2 miles) and Carshalton (3 miles). See all services in South Croydon or air conditioning for extensions and kitchen-diners across London.