Commercial air conditioning in Southampton
Installation, servicing, repairs and compliance for businesses in Southampton, with local guide prices for every service.
- Free survey for new installations
- Local guide prices for 22 services
- Unit sizes, refrigerant and price set out in writing
Commercial air conditioning in Southampton
We design, install, service and repair commercial air conditioning and ventilation across Southampton, and handle the F-gas leak checks and TM44 inspections larger systems need.
Typical prices in Southampton: a single split from £1,650 installed and a service visit from £195 for the first indoor unit, both plus VAT.
Working in Southampton
Southampton has the full mix of premises that need cooling and heating: offices, shops, restaurants, gyms, clinics and technical rooms.
That includes premises in SO15 and the surrounding districts. We also work in nearby Hythe, Totton and Eastleigh.
Commercial air conditioning in Southampton is priced from a written specification: unit sizes, positions, pipe routes, condensate, electrics, controls and commissioning are all listed.
If a system in Southampton is old and keeps failing, we will tell you honestly whether repair or replacement makes more sense.
What businesses in Southampton ask us for
VRF and VRV systems
Multi-zone systems that heat and cool a whole floor or building from shared outdoor plant.
From £2,795 per indoor unit (whole system), ex VAT
Ducted air conditioning
Hidden units above the ceiling, with only slim grilles on show.
From £3,950 per ducted zone, ex VAT
TM44 air conditioning inspections
Energy inspections for systems over 12 kW, arranged and followed up.
From £455 per building, ex VAT
Air conditioning servicing
Routine servicing that keeps systems efficient, clean and within warranty.
From £195 per visit, first indoor unit, ex VAT
Air-to-air heat pumps
Use your air conditioning as efficient electric heating as well as cooling.
From £1,895 per zone, ex VAT
Air curtains
Over-door air curtains that keep heat in and cold out at open entrances.
From £1,650 per doorway, ex VAT
All services and local guide prices
Air conditioning installation
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial air conditioning installation | £2,250 | per indoor unit (zone) |
| Office air conditioning | £2,450 | per zone |
| VRF and VRV systems | £2,795 | per indoor unit (whole system) |
| Ceiling cassette air conditioning | £2,450 | per cassette |
| Ducted air conditioning | £3,950 | per ducted zone |
| Split and multi-split systems | £1,650 | per system |
| Air-to-air heat pumps | £1,895 | per zone |
| Server room and comms room cooling | £4,550 | per room (duty/standby pair) |
Servicing, repairs and replacement
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Air conditioning servicing | £195 | per visit, first indoor unit |
| Planned maintenance contracts | £225 | per indoor unit, per year |
| Air conditioning repairs | £165 | per repair visit |
| Air conditioning cleaning | £110 | per indoor unit |
| Air conditioning replacement and upgrades | £1,895 | per indoor unit |
F-gas and TM44 compliance
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| F-gas leak checks and records | £165 | per visit, first system |
| TM44 air conditioning inspections | £455 | per building |
| Decommissioning and refrigerant recovery | £280 | per system |
Ventilation and air quality
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial ventilation | £3,395 | per system |
| Heat recovery ventilation (MVHR) | £5,695 | per unit installed |
| Fan coil units | £75 | per fan coil serviced |
| Air handling units | £280 | per unit, per visit |
Design and specialist systems
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| HVAC design and heat load surveys | £570 | per project |
| Air curtains | £1,650 | per doorway |
What to think about in Southampton
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Southampton often come down to access — loading restrictions, parking for the van and getting equipment onto a roof. We check this at survey and plan deliveries around it.
Leased premises
If your Southampton premises are leased, the landlord's written consent is usually needed for external units, wall penetrations and roof access. We provide drawings and data sheets for the request.
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.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Southampton are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Compliance in England: refrigerant work falls under GB F-gas rules, and buildings with more than 12 kW of air conditioning in total need a periodic energy inspection (often called TM44).
FAQs for Southampton
How much does commercial air conditioning cost in Southampton?
A single wall-mounted split typically costs £1,650–£2,795 plus VAT installed in Southampton, and a ceiling cassette £2,450–£5,695 per unit. A small shop or office with two to four indoor units usually comes to £5,695–£18,995 plus VAT.
Do you also cover Hythe, Totton and Eastleigh?
Yes. Alongside Southampton, we also cover Hythe, Totton and Eastleigh. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Do you service systems you did not install?
Yes. We service most commercial makes and models; tell us the make and model if you know them.
Can you work outside our opening hours?
Yes. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged, and any extra cost is shown in the quote.
Is the survey free?
Yes, for new installations and replacements on the UK mainland. Service, repair and inspection visits are priced before we book them.
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Air conditioning for your premises in Southampton
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