Split and multi-split systems in Chatham
Split and multi-split air conditioning for businesses in Chatham — surveyed, designed and priced in writing before any work starts.
- 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 Chatham?
Our guide range in Chatham is £1,650–£3,395 per system before VAT; a typical job (two-room multi-split) is £3,950–£6,850 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.
Covering Chatham and nearby
Chatham supports a mix of high-street retail, professional offices, hospitality and light industry. Gillingham is about 2 km away.
That includes premises in ME4 and the surrounding districts. Neighbouring towns we cover include Gillingham, Rochester and Strood. Buildings across Kent range from converted period offices to modern units with deep ceiling voids, so we measure each site rather than relying on a standard package.
Included as standard
- 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
Guide prices in Chatham
These guide prices are adjusted for the South East, where labour and access costs run about 15% above the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single split 2.5–3.5 kW | £1,650–£2,795 | £1,980–£3,354 | per system |
| Single split 5–7 kW | £2,250–£3,395 | £2,700–£4,074 | per system |
| Multi-split, 2 indoor units | £3,950–£6,850 | £4,740–£8,220 | per system |
| Multi-split, 3–4 indoor units | £5,695–£11,450 | £6,834–£13,740 | per system |
| Extra pipework beyond 5 m | £40–£75 | £48–£90 | per metre |
Ex VAT, supply and install with standard access.
From enquiry to handover in Chatham
Survey
We size the unit to the room and agree indoor and outdoor positions and the pipe route. For sites in Chatham we confirm access and parking beforehand.
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.
Test and commission
Pressure test, evacuation, any extra refrigerant charge, then commissioning and handover.
What to think about in Chatham
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.
Roof and height work
Flat roofs, high walls and atriums need the right access equipment and edge protection. We plan towers, MEWPs or scaffold before the job, not on the day.
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.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Chatham are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Typical premises in Chatham
- Healthcare and dental: clean, quiet cooling for surgeries, clinics, dental practices and care settings.
- Retail and shops: comfortable shop floors, stockrooms and entrances, even with the door open.
- Warehouses and industrial: cooling for offices, mezzanines, control rooms and temperature-sensitive areas.
- Salons and spas: comfortable salons and treatment rooms despite dryers, lamps and steam.
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.
Your questions answered
How much does a split air conditioning system cost in Chatham?
Guide prices in Chatham run from about £1,650 to £3,395 per system, plus VAT. A typical job (two-room multi-split) costs £3,950–£6,850 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Gillingham, Rochester and Strood?
Yes. Alongside Chatham, we also cover Gillingham, Rochester and Strood. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Chatham?
All of them, including ME4. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Does a small split need F-gas leak checks?
It depends on the refrigerant charge and type. Many small R32 splits fall below the 5 tonnes CO2 equivalent threshold for mandatory leak checks, but they still need installing and servicing by F-gas certified engineers.
Single split or multi-split?
Separate singles are more resilient and can be cheaper for two rooms; a multi-split saves outdoor space. We price both where it is close.
Need split and multi-split air conditioning in Chatham?
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.