New build and renovation air conditioning in Portsmouth
Renovations in Portsmouth are the easiest jobs to make invisible, because the pipework goes in before the plaster. The South East sees some of the UK's warmest summer days, and south-facing rooms and conservatories feel it first.
First-fix pipework in Portsmouth extensions goes in while the joists and studs are open. Our Hampshire coverage takes in Portsmouth, about 15 miles from Southampton. Coverage includes PO5.
Prices in Portsmouth
Guide prices around Portsmouth run from £495 to £1,095 per indoor position (first fix) including VAT. South East England is one of the dearer parts of the UK for trades, which shows in the range. The biggest variables are the pipe route, access for the outdoor unit and the state of the consumer unit, all of which the survey settles. On our South East England figures, the First and second fix option (complete install priced per room including units) is about £1,745–£3,595.
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
Because the pipework is built into the structure, coordination with your builder matters more than planning here; the outdoor unit follows the same rules as any other installation.
The survey
We book surveys in Portsmouth 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
What a job in Portsmouth covers:
- First-fix pipework, drains and cables
- Second-fix unit installation
- Design and setting-out with your builder
- Commissioning records for building control files
- Vacuum, charge and commissioning
Nearby
Nearby, we also cover Gosport (2 miles), Fareham (5 miles) and Havant (6 miles). See all services in Portsmouth or new build and renovation air conditioning across Hampshire.