New build and renovation air conditioning in Thurso
Northern Scotland's climate puts the emphasis on reliable, efficient heating, with cooling a minor bonus. For new Thurso extensions with flat roofs, the outdoor unit position is best agreed against the architect's drawings.
First-fix pipework in Thurso extensions goes in while the joists and studs are open. Thurso sits around 81 miles from Inverness, inside our Highland area. We cover KW14 and the streets around them.
Prices in Thurso
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. What moves a quote in Thurso up or down is mostly pipe length, how high the outdoor unit goes, and whether a new electrical circuit is needed. On our Highlands, Islands and North East Scotland figures, the First and second fix option (complete install priced per room including units) is about £1,295–£2,645. These figures exclude travel to Thurso. Any travel, ferry or accommodation cost is quoted separately, in writing, before anything is booked.
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
Surveys in Thurso are arranged around travel. We confirm the date and any travel, ferry or accommodation cost in writing before you commit, then the survey covers rooms, pipe routes, electrics and noise as normal. In Thurso we often start with photos, room measurements and the make of any existing system, so the survey visit is focused and any travel cost can be quoted in writing first.
What is included
What a job in Thurso covers:
- First-fix pipework, drains and cables
- Second-fix unit installation
- Commissioning records for building control files
- Vacuum, charge and commissioning
- Design and setting-out with your builder
Nearby
Close to Thurso, our coverage also includes Wick (19 miles). See all services in Thurso or new build and renovation air conditioning across the Highlands.