New build and renovation air conditioning across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Renovations in Aberdeen are the easiest jobs to make invisible, because the pipework goes in before the plaster. First-fix pipework in Aberdeen extensions goes in while the joists and studs are open. Wind and salt air in the north of Scotland mean outdoor unit placement and protection need extra thought.
Prices in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Our Highlands, Islands and North East Scotland guide price for air conditioning for new builds and renovations is £350–£795 per indoor position (first fix), VAT included. Labour rates in the Highlands, Islands and North East Scotland keep this slightly under the national middle. What moves a quote in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire up or down is mostly pipe length, how high the outdoor unit goes, and whether a new electrical circuit is needed. As an example, the First and second fix option (complete install priced per room including units) would typically be £1,295–£2,645 here.
First fix only
Pipework and drains to each position for a later install.
First and second fix
Complete install priced per room including units.
Ducted design and build
Concealed ducted system designed into the build.
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%.
Working with your builder
On build projects the main thing is timing with your builder and electrician; we fit first-fix pipework before plastering and agree the outdoor unit position early.
The survey
The free survey is where the real price is set: room measurements, pipe and drain routes, electrical checks and the outdoor unit position, all written into your quote. A survey in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire usually takes one to two hours. We measure the rooms, check the walls and the consumer unit, agree the outdoor unit position with you and photograph the pipe routes.
What is included
Included with air conditioning for new builds and renovations across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire:
- First-fix pipework, drains and cables
- Commissioning records for building control files
- Vacuum, charge and commissioning
- Second-fix unit installation
- Nitrogen pressure test and labelled tails
- Design and setting-out with your builder
Towns in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
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