New build and renovation air conditioning across Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles
First-fix pipework in Stornoway extensions goes in while the joists and studs are open. Renovations in Stornoway are the easiest jobs to make invisible, because the pipework goes in before the plaster. Northern Scotland's climate puts the emphasis on reliable, efficient heating, with cooling a minor bonus.
Prices in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles
Budget around £350–£795 per indoor position (first fix) including VAT for air conditioning for new builds and renovations in and around Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles. Quotes move with the length of the pipe run, where the outdoor unit can sit and how much electrical work the job needs. 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. 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
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 Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles 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 Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles 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
Included with air conditioning for new builds and renovations across Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles:
- Second-fix unit installation
- Commissioning records for building control files
- Nitrogen pressure test and labelled tails
- First-fix pipework, drains and cables
- Vacuum, charge and commissioning
- Design and setting-out with your builder
Towns in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles
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