New build and renovation air conditioning in Pitlochry
In central and southern Scotland, heat pump heating is usually the main reason to install, especially in homes on electric heating. Renovations in Pitlochry are the easiest jobs to make invisible, because the pipework goes in before the plaster.
First-fix pipework in Pitlochry extensions goes in while the joists and studs are open. Pitlochry is about 24 miles from Perth and falls within our Perth and Kinross coverage. We cover PH16 and the streets around them.
Prices in Pitlochry
Air conditioning for new builds and renovations in Pitlochry typically comes in at £365–£795 per indoor position (first fix) including VAT, based on Central and Southern Scotland rates. It is a touch below the UK middle, as trade rates in Central and Southern Scotland tend to be. Longer or hidden pipe runs, high-level brackets and electrical upgrades are the usual reasons a quote lands at the top of the range. Typical First and second fix work (complete install priced per room including units) lands around £1,345–£2,695 in this area.
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 Pitlochry at a time that suits you, including early evenings by arrangement, and send the written quote afterwards. 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.
What is included
Every job in Pitlochry includes:
- Design and setting-out with your builder
- Vacuum, charge and commissioning
- First-fix pipework, drains and cables
- Nitrogen pressure test and labelled tails
- Commissioning records for building control files
Nearby
Neighbouring places we cover include Blairgowrie (17 miles), Crieff (23 miles) and Perth (24 miles). See all services in Pitlochry or new build and renovation air conditioning across Perth and Kinross.

