Air conditioning for landlords and rental homes across Berkshire
Top-floor flats and HMO rooms in Reading can get uncomfortably hot in summer, which tenants notice first. For Reading landlords, simple wall units with limited remotes are the easiest systems for tenants to live with. The South East sees some of the UK's warmest summer days, and south-facing rooms and conservatories feel it first.
Prices in Berkshire
For Berkshire, expect roughly £1,395 to £7,245 per property, one room to the whole let, VAT included, adjusted for typical South East England rates. That is above the UK middle, mainly because labour and access cost more in South East England. Quotes move with the length of the pipe run, where the outdoor unit can sit and how much electrical work the job needs. Typical Two rooms work (two rooms on separate systems or a twin multi-split) lands around £2,845–£4,445 in this area.
Single room
One wall unit for a bedroom or studio.
Two rooms
Two rooms on separate systems or a twin multi-split.
Whole let
Three or four rooms, with a service plan.
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
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. We book surveys in Berkshire at a time that suits you, including early evenings by arrangement, and send the written quote afterwards.
What is included
Included with air conditioning for landlords and rental homes across Berkshire:
- Separate or multi-split options
- Access arranged with you and your tenants
- Pressure test, vacuum and commissioning
- Simple remotes and temperature limits
- Handover notes for tenants
- Free survey of each room
Towns in Berkshire
Pick your town for local details, or see every service in Berkshire.