Air conditioning replacement and upgrades in Didcot
Air conditioning replacement in Didcot, sized to the real heat load of your premises rather than guessed from the floor area.
- Free site survey and fixed written quote
- Unit sizes, refrigerant and price set out in writing
- Work planned around your opening hours
How much does it cost to replace air conditioning in Didcot?
Our guide range in Didcot is £1,895–£5,095 per indoor unit before VAT; a typical job (replacing a 3–4 unit system, re-using sound pipework) is £6,850–£16,695 plus VAT. Your exact price is fixed in writing once we have surveyed.
Air conditioning replacement is removing an old system — often one using R22 or R410A refrigerant — and installing new, more efficient equipment, re-using pipework where it is safe and compatible.
Working in Didcot
Didcot has a compact centre of shops, cafés and offices, with business units on its outskirts. Oxford is about 16 km away.
We work across Didcot's postcode districts, including OX11. Nearby, we also cover Abingdon (about 7 km), Oxford (about 16 km) and Thatcham (about 23 km). For air conditioning replacement in Didcot, the survey looks at where the outdoor unit can go, how pipework will reach the indoor units and whether the electrical supply has capacity.
What you get
- Condition survey of the existing system
- Pipework re-use assessment, flushing where suitable
- Refrigerant recovery with waste transfer documentation
- Installation of new efficient units
- Commissioning and new F-gas records
Replacement and upgrades prices in Didcot
Guide prices for Didcot, set for the South East. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Like-for-like split replacement | £1,895–£3,950 | £2,274–£4,740 | per system |
| Cassette replacement | £2,450–£5,095 | £2,940–£6,114 | per unit |
| Refrigerant recovery and disposal | £225–£685 | £270–£822 | per system |
| Pipework flush and test (re-use) | £225–£685 | £270–£822 | per circuit |
Ex VAT, supply and install.
How a job in Didcot works
Survey
We record what is installed, its condition and refrigerant, and what can be re-used. For sites in Didcot we confirm access and parking beforehand.
Plan the swap
Removal and installation are scheduled to keep downtime short.
Recover and remove
Refrigerant is recovered into certified cylinders and the old units removed.
Install and commission
New units are fitted, tested and commissioned with fresh records.
What to think about in Didcot
Downtime
We schedule the swap to keep the space usable, often over a weekend.
Working hours
Most Didcot businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Disposal
Old refrigerant must be recovered by certified engineers and the units disposed of as waste electrical equipment.
Neighbours and noise
Outdoor units near flats — common above shops — need careful siting so noise at neighbours' windows stays low. We choose positions and quieter units with that in mind.
Typical premises in Didcot
- Gyms and leisure: high-capacity cooling and fresh air for gym floors, studios and changing rooms.
- Healthcare and dental: clean, quiet cooling for surgeries, clinics, dental practices and care settings.
- Hotels and hospitality: quiet bedroom units, public-area cooling and heat recovery for hotels.
- Offices: zoned cooling and heating for open-plan floors, meeting rooms and comms rooms.
Two rules matter for most businesses in England: GB F-gas rules (leak checks from 5 tonnes CO2e) and the periodic energy inspection for more than 12 kW of air conditioning.
Common questions from businesses in Didcot
How much does it cost to replace air conditioning in Didcot?
Guide prices in Didcot run from about £1,895 to £5,095 per indoor unit, plus VAT. A typical job (replacing a 3–4 unit system, re-using sound pipework) costs £6,850–£16,695 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Abingdon, Oxford and Thatcham?
Yes. Alongside Didcot, we also cover Abingdon, Oxford and Thatcham. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Didcot?
All of them, including OX11. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
What happens to the old refrigerant?
It is recovered into certified cylinders and sent for reclamation or destruction, with the paperwork kept on your records.
Can existing pipework be re-used?
Often, if it is the right size, in good condition and compatible with the new refrigerant. We test and flush it before relying on it.
Need air conditioning replacement in Didcot?
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.