Air conditioning replacement and removal in Streatham
During building work in Streatham, units can be recovered and removed so the job can go ahead safely. The urban heat island effect means London bedrooms can stay uncomfortably warm on summer nights.
Replacements in Streatham can often reuse an existing bracket and wall opening where they are sound. Streatham is about 5 miles from central London and falls within our London coverage. Postcode districts we cover here include SW16.
Prices in Streatham
Air conditioning replacement and removal in Streatham typically comes in at £255–£645 to remove and recover one system including VAT, based on London rates. That is above the UK middle, mainly because labour and access cost more in London. Concealed pipework, access equipment for high walls and any electrical work are what push prices towards the upper figure. Typical Like-for-like work (replace one system using sound existing routes) lands around £1,495–£2,945 in this area.
Remove only
Recover and remove one system, make good.
Like-for-like
Replace one system using sound existing routes.
Upgrade
New, more efficient system with new routes.
Planning and permissions
Since 29 May 2025, England's permitted development rules allow larger outdoor units (up to 1.5 m³) and no longer require a 1 m gap to the boundary, provided the MCS 020(a) noise check is met. Listed buildings and pitched-roof installs still need permission.
The survey
A survey in Streatham usually takes one to two hours. We measure the rooms, check the walls and the consumer unit, agree the outdoor unit position with you and photograph the pipe routes. Surveys in Streatham cover heat gain, pipe routes, electrics, access and noise to the nearest neighbour, so surprises on the day are rare.
What is included
Every job in Streatham includes:
- Refrigerant recovery by a certified engineer
- Documentation of recovered refrigerant
- Recycling of units and waste
- Making good of wall openings
- Like-for-like or upgraded replacement option
Nearby
If you are just outside Streatham, we also work in Mitcham (2 miles), Brixton (3 miles) and Wimbledon (3 miles). See all services in Streatham or air conditioning replacement and removal across London.