Air conditioning replacement and removal in Lerwick
Replacements in Lerwick can often reuse an existing bracket and wall opening where they are sound. In the Highlands, Islands and the North East of Scotland, systems are sized for cold winter days first.
During building work in Lerwick, units can be recovered and removed so the job can go ahead safely. Lerwick is part of our Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles coverage. Postcode districts we cover here include ZE1.
Prices in Lerwick
Air conditioning replacement and removal in Lerwick typically comes in at £175–£445 to remove and recover one system including VAT, based on Highlands, Islands and North East Scotland rates. Concealed pipework, access equipment for high walls and any electrical work are what push prices towards the upper figure. As an example, the Like-for-like option (replace one system using sound existing routes) would typically be £995–£1,995 here. Travel, ferry or accommodation costs for Lerwick are not in these figures. They are quoted to you as a fixed amount in writing before you book.
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
Scotland has its own permitted development rules for heat pumps and outdoor units, with stricter treatment of listed buildings and conservation areas. We check the current position for your property with you and, if needed, with the council.
The survey
Surveys in Lerwick 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. Where travel is involved, we agree the survey arrangements and any travel cost up front. On the day, the engineer measures the rooms, checks the electrics and agrees the outdoor unit position with you.
What is included
Here is what is included on every job in Lerwick:
- Refrigerant recovery by a certified engineer
- Like-for-like or upgraded replacement option
- Recycling of units and waste
- Making good of wall openings
- Disconnection and removal of old units
Nearby
We plan each job in Lerwick on its own, agreeing dates and any travel costs with you first. See all services in Lerwick or air conditioning replacement and removal across Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles.