Split and multi-split systems in Devon
Split and multi-split air conditioning for businesses in Devon — 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 Devon?
Our guide range in Devon is £1,500–£3,050 per system before VAT; a typical job (two-room multi-split) is £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.
Covering Devon and nearby
We cover all of Devon, including Plymouth, Exeter, Paignton, Torquay and Newton Abbot. Wherever your premises are, the survey, quote and installation follow the same steps.
Postcode districts we cover include DT7, EX8, EX17, EX33, PL3, PL19, TQ5 and TQ14. For split and multi-split air conditioning in Devon, 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 we do
- Survey and unit sizing
- Wall-mounted, floor-standing or under-ceiling indoor units
- Pipework in neat trunking or concealed routes
- Condensate drainage
- Commissioning, remote or wired controls and F-gas records
Split systems prices in Devon
These guide prices are adjusted for the South West, where labour and access costs run about 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.
The steps for a project in Devon
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. We keep work areas in Devon screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Test and commission
Pressure test, evacuation, any extra refrigerant charge, then commissioning and handover.
Local points to consider
Pipe routes
Shorter, simpler pipe routes are cheaper and more reliable. We plan routes before quoting.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Devon 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.
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.
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.
Who we work with in Devon
- Gyms and leisure: high-capacity cooling and fresh air for gym floors, studios and changing rooms.
- Warehouses and industrial: cooling for offices, mezzanines, control rooms and temperature-sensitive areas.
- Retail and shops: comfortable shop floors, stockrooms and entrances, even with the door open.
- 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.
FAQs for Devon
How much does a split air conditioning system cost in Devon?
Guide prices in Devon 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.
Do you also cover Somerset and Cornwall?
Yes. Alongside Devon, we also cover Somerset and Cornwall. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
How long does it take to fit?
A single split is usually fitted in a day; a multi-split in one to two days.
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.
Talk to us about your premises in Devon
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.