Air conditioning for landlords and rental homes in Hexham
Top-floor flats and HMO rooms in Hexham can get uncomfortably hot in summer, which tenants notice first. In the North East, sizing for winter heating and then checking summer cooling usually gives the right system.
For Hexham landlords, simple wall units with limited remotes are the easiest systems for tenants to live with. Hexham is about 26 miles from Blyth and falls within our Northumberland coverage. We cover NE46 and the streets around them.
Prices in Hexham
Air conditioning for landlords and rental homes in Hexham typically comes in at £1,045–£5,445 per property, one room to the whole let including VAT, based on North East England rates. That sits a little below the UK middle, reflecting typical North East 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 East England figures, the Two rooms option (two rooms on separate systems or a twin multi-split) is about £2,145–£3,345.
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
On a survey in Hexham 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. Surveys in Hexham cover heat gain, pipe routes, electrics, access and noise to the nearest neighbour, so surprises on the day are rare.
What is included
Every job in Hexham includes:
- Simple remotes and temperature limits
- Access arranged with you and your tenants
- Pressure test, vacuum and commissioning
- Handover notes for tenants
- Free survey of each room
Nearby
Neighbouring places we cover include Prudhoe (10 miles), Consett (13 miles) and Newburn (14 miles). See all services in Hexham or air conditioning for landlords and rental homes across Northumberland.