New build and renovation air conditioning across the Isle of Wight
First-fix pipework in Newport extensions goes in while the joists and studs are open. Renovations in Newport 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.
Prices on the Isle of Wight
Our South East England guide price for air conditioning for new builds and renovations is £495–£1,095 per indoor position (first fix), VAT included. What moves a quote on the Isle of Wight up or down is mostly pipe length, how high the outdoor unit goes, and whether a new electrical circuit is needed. 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. Travel, ferry or accommodation costs are not in these figures; they are quoted as a fixed amount in writing before you book.
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
On the Isle of Wight 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. Surveys on the Isle of Wight 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.
What is included
Included with air conditioning for new builds and renovations across the Isle of Wight:
- Nitrogen pressure test and labelled tails
- Commissioning records for building control files
- Design and setting-out with your builder
- Vacuum, charge and commissioning
- Second-fix unit installation
- First-fix pipework, drains and cables
Towns on the Isle of Wight
Pick your town for local details, or see every service on the Isle of Wight.

