Air conditioning replacement and upgrades in Kelso
Cooling and heating for offices, shops and hospitality venues in Kelso, with a free site survey and a fixed written quote.
- 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 Kelso?
Our guide range in Kelso is £1,595–£4,250 per indoor unit before VAT; a typical job (replacing a 3–4 unit system, re-using sound pipework) is £5,695–£13,895 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.
Kelso and surrounding areas
In a town like Kelso, a single wall unit for a shop or a cassette for a surgery makes a real difference in summer.
We cover every Kelso postcode, including TD5. Buildings across the Scottish Borders range from converted period offices to modern units with deep ceiling voids, so we measure each site rather than relying on a standard package.
What the job covers
- Condition survey of the existing system
- Pipework re-use assessment, flushing where suitable
- Refrigerant recovery with waste transfer documentation
- Removal and disposal of old equipment
- Installation of new efficient units
Replacement and upgrades prices in Kelso
Guide prices for Kelso, set for Scotland. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Like-for-like split replacement | £1,595–£3,295 | £1,914–£3,954 | per system |
| Cassette replacement | £2,050–£4,250 | £2,460–£5,100 | per unit |
| Refrigerant recovery and disposal | £185–£570 | £222–£684 | per system |
| Pipework flush and test (re-use) | £185–£570 | £222–£684 | per circuit |
Ex VAT, supply and install.
How a job in Kelso works
Survey
We record what is installed, its condition and refrigerant, and what can be re-used.
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. We keep work areas in Kelso screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Install and commission
New units are fitted, tested and commissioned with fresh records.
Things to check in Kelso
Disposal
Old refrigerant must be recovered by certified engineers and the units disposed of as waste electrical equipment.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Kelso are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Pipe re-use
Re-use depends on pipe size, condition, cleanliness and the new refrigerant. We test before relying on it.
Working hours
Most Kelso businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Who we work with in Kelso
- Warehouses and industrial: cooling for offices, mezzanines, control rooms and temperature-sensitive areas.
- Hotels and hospitality: quiet bedroom units, public-area cooling and heat recovery for hotels.
- 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.
In Scotland, systems holding 5 tonnes CO2 equivalent of refrigerant or more fall under GB F-gas rules, with regular leak checks and records; systems with an effective output of 12 kW or more also need a periodic energy inspection.
FAQs for Kelso
How much does it cost to replace air conditioning in Kelso?
Guide prices in Kelso run from about £1,595 to £4,250 per indoor unit, plus VAT. A typical job (replacing a 3–4 unit system, re-using sound pipework) costs £5,695–£13,895 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Galashiels and Hawick?
Yes. Alongside Kelso, we also cover Galashiels and Hawick. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Kelso?
All of them, including TD5. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Is it illegal to use R22 air conditioning?
No — you can keep running an R22 system, but it cannot be maintained with virgin or recycled R22, so most repairs involving the refrigerant circuit are no longer possible.
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.
Get a guide price for Kelso
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.