Split and multi-split systems in Bristol
From a single room to a whole floor: split and multi-split air conditioning in Bristol, planned around your trading hours.
- 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 a split air conditioning system cost in Bristol?
Budget roughly £1,500–£3,050 per system ex VAT in Bristol. For a typical job — two-room multi-split — expect £3,595–£6,195 plus VAT. The fixed price follows a free survey.
A split air conditioning system has an indoor unit and an outdoor unit joined by refrigerant pipework.
Where we work around Bristol
We cover all of Bristol, from the centre to the business parks and industrial estates on its edges. Each town below has its own page with local guide prices.
Postcode districts we cover include BS0, BS2, BS4, BS6, BS9, BS11, BS16 and BS99. In Bristol, outdoor unit positions are often the deciding factor: a rear flat roof or yard is usually straightforward, while a front elevation may need landlord or planning consent first.
What is included
- Survey and unit sizing
- Wall-mounted, floor-standing or under-ceiling indoor units
- Outdoor unit on wall brackets, a flat roof frame or ground mounts
- Condensate drainage
- Commissioning, remote or wired controls and F-gas records
Local guide prices for Bristol
Prices below include our regional adjustment for the South West (4% above the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single split 2.5–3.5 kW | £1,500–£2,550 | £1,800–£3,060 | per system |
| Single split 5–7 kW | £2,050–£3,050 | £2,460–£3,660 | per system |
| Multi-split, 2 indoor units | £3,595–£6,195 | £4,314–£7,434 | per system |
| Multi-split, 3–4 indoor units | £5,150–£10,350 | £6,180–£12,420 | per system |
| Extra pipework beyond 5 m | £35–£70 | £42–£84 | per metre |
Ex VAT, supply and install with standard access.
How it works in Bristol
Survey
We size the unit to the room and agree indoor and outdoor positions and the pipe route.
Mount the units
Indoor unit on a mounting plate, outdoor unit on brackets or a frame with anti-vibration mounts.
Pipe and wire
Pipework, interconnecting cable and condensate are run and made off neatly. In Bristol we agree timings around your opening hours.
Test and commission
Pressure test, evacuation, any extra refrigerant charge, then commissioning and handover.
What to think about in Bristol
Refrigerant rules
Since 1 January 2025, new single split systems holding under 3 kg of refrigerant in Great Britain cannot use refrigerant with a GWP of 750 or more — in practice, R32 or lower.
Leased premises
If your Bristol 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.
One outdoor unit, many rooms
Multi-splits save wall space but share a single compressor. For server rooms or critical spaces we recommend dedicated systems.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Bristol are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Premises we work in around Bristol
- Healthcare and dental: clean, quiet cooling for surgeries, clinics, dental practices and care settings.
- 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.
- Retail and shops: comfortable shop floors, stockrooms and entrances, even with the door open.
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.
Questions about split systems in Bristol
How much does a split air conditioning system cost in Bristol?
Guide prices in Bristol run from about £1,500 to £3,050 per system, plus VAT. A typical job (two-room multi-split) costs £3,595–£6,195 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
How long does it take to fit?
A single split is usually fitted in a day; a multi-split in one to two days.
Can a split system heat in winter?
Yes. Modern split systems are heat pumps and can heat efficiently down to well below freezing.
Talk to us about your premises in Bristol
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.