Air conditioning cleaning in Reading
Air conditioning cleaning in Reading for offices, shops, restaurants and plant rooms.
- Visit price agreed before we book
- Written report after every visit
- F-gas records updated where required
How much does air conditioning cleaning cost in Reading?
Typical prices in Reading run from £110 to £280 per indoor unit before VAT; a typical job (deep clean of 2–4 wall or cassette units) is usually £395–£915 plus VAT. Any extra work is priced and approved before it starts.
Air conditioning cleaning is a deep clean of an indoor unit's filters, heat exchanger coil, fan, condensate tray and drain, and the outdoor unit's coil.
Working in Reading
Reading is one of the main commercial centres in Berkshire, with city-centre offices, retail streets, hospitality venues and business parks on its edges.
We work across Reading's postcode districts, including RG1, RG6 and RG30. We also cover Wokingham, Crowthorne and Yateley, all within easy reach of Reading. Before a visit in Reading we ask for the make, model and number of units so the engineer arrives with the right filters, parts and access equipment.
What we do
- Filter wash or replacement
- Fan wheel / barrel clean
- Condensate tray and drain flush with treatment
- Outdoor coil clean
- Before-and-after check of air flow and temperatures
AC cleaning prices in Reading
Prices below include our regional adjustment for the South East (15% above the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wall-mounted unit deep clean | £110–£195 | £132–£234 | per unit |
| Ceiling cassette deep clean | £165–£280 | £198–£336 | per unit |
| Ducted unit and grilles clean | £225–£455 | £270–£546 | per unit |
| Outdoor coil clean | £75–£165 | £90–£198 | per unit |
Ex VAT. Heavily soiled kitchen units may take longer and cost more.
What happens on a visit in Reading
Protect
Floors and furniture are covered and the unit isolated.
Strip down
Covers, filters and (where practical) the fan are removed for cleaning.
Clean
Coils, fan, tray and drain are cleaned and rinsed into a collection bag.
Test
The unit is reassembled and run, with temperatures checked.
Local points to consider
Smells
Musty smells usually mean biological growth in the coil or tray; a deep clean and drain treatment normally cures them.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Reading are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Downtime
Each unit is out of action for about an hour while it is cleaned.
Shared buildings
In multi-let buildings, roof space, risers and plant areas are often controlled by a managing agent. We work to their permits and method-statement requirements.
Types of premises we cover in Reading
- Restaurants and cafés: dining rooms that stay comfortable next to a hot kitchen and a busy service.
- Pubs and bars: cooling for busy bars, function rooms and cellars, sited with neighbours in mind.
- Gyms and leisure: high-capacity cooling and fresh air for gym floors, studios and changing rooms.
- Salons and spas: comfortable salons and treatment rooms despite dryers, lamps and steam.
In England, systems holding 5 tonnes CO2 equivalent of refrigerant or more fall under GB F-gas rules, with regular leak checks and records; buildings with more than 12 kW of air conditioning in total also need a periodic energy inspection.
Your questions answered
How much does air conditioning cleaning cost in Reading?
In Reading, expect about £110–£280 per indoor unit, plus VAT. A typical job (deep clean of 2–4 wall or cassette units) is £395–£915 plus VAT. Any parts or repairs are priced before we go ahead.
Do you also cover Wokingham, Crowthorne and Yateley?
Yes. Alongside Reading, we also cover Wokingham, Crowthorne and Yateley. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Reading?
All of them, including RG1, RG6 and RG30. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Why does my air conditioning smell?
A musty smell usually comes from mould or bacteria in the coil, tray or drain. A deep clean and drain treatment normally removes it.
How often should units be deep cleaned?
Every one to two years in offices; every three to six months near kitchens, in gyms or salons.
Get a guide price for Reading
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.