New build and renovation air conditioning across Greater Manchester
Renovations in Manchester are the easiest jobs to make invisible, because the pipework goes in before the plaster. First-fix pipework in Manchester extensions goes in while the joists and studs are open. North West summers are cooler, so many systems here earn their keep as efficient heaters, with cooling for the warmest weeks.
Prices in Greater Manchester
Our North West England guide price for air conditioning for new builds and renovations is £375–£845 per indoor position (first fix), VAT included. Labour rates in North West England keep this slightly under the national middle. Quotes move with the length of the pipe run, where the outdoor unit can sit and how much electrical work the job needs. As an example, the First and second fix option (complete install priced per room including units) would typically be £1,395–£2,795 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
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. Surveys in Greater Manchester cover heat gain, pipe routes, electrics, access and noise to the nearest neighbour, so surprises on the day are rare.
What is included
Included with air conditioning for new builds and renovations across Greater Manchester:
- Second-fix unit installation
- Nitrogen pressure test and labelled tails
- First-fix pipework, drains and cables
- Vacuum, charge and commissioning
- Design and setting-out with your builder
- Commissioning records for building control files
Towns in Greater Manchester
Pick your town for local details, or see every service in Greater Manchester.
- Manchester
- Oldham
- Wigan
- Bolton
- Stockport
- Salford
- Rochdale
- Sale
- Bury
- Altrincham
- Middleton
- Ashton-under-Lyne
- Leigh
- Stretford
- Urmston
- Chadderton
- Eccles
- Tyldesley
- Hyde
- Walkden
- Prestwich
- Radcliffe
- Cheadle Hulme
- Heywood
- Denton
- Stalybridge
- Ashton in Makerfield
- Westhoughton
- Farnworth
- Saddleworth
- Hindley
- Golborne
- Droylsden
- Whitefield
- Swinton
- Royton
- Atherton
- Old Trafford
- Dukinfield