Split and multi-split systems in Dorset
From a single room to a whole floor: split and multi-split air conditioning in Dorset, 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 Dorset?
In Dorset, guide prices run from about £1,500 to £3,050 per system, plus VAT. A typical job (two-room multi-split) usually comes to £3,595–£6,195 plus VAT. You get a fixed written quote after the free survey.
A split air conditioning system has an indoor unit and an outdoor unit joined by refrigerant pipework.
Dorset and surrounding areas
We cover all of Dorset, including Bournemouth, Poole, Weymouth and Christchurch. We quote for premises right across Dorset, including rural and edge-of-town sites.
Postcode districts we cover include BA22, BH5, BH11, BH17, BH23, DT4, DT10 and TA20. In Dorset, 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
- Outdoor unit on wall brackets, a flat roof frame or ground mounts
- Pipework in neat trunking or concealed routes
- Condensate drainage
- Commissioning, remote or wired controls and F-gas records
Prices in Dorset
Guide prices for Dorset, set for the South West. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| 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 we work in Dorset
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 Dorset 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 Dorset 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.
Working hours
Most Dorset businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Typical premises in Dorset
- 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.
- Healthcare and dental: clean, quiet cooling for surgeries, clinics, dental practices and care settings.
- Salons and spas: comfortable salons and treatment rooms despite dryers, lamps and steam.
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.
Your questions answered
How much does a split air conditioning system cost in Dorset?
Guide prices in Dorset 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 the Isle of Wight, Hampshire and Wiltshire?
Yes. Alongside Dorset, we also cover the Isle of Wight, Hampshire and Wiltshire. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
How much does a split air conditioning system cost for a business?
A single wall-mounted split typically costs £1,450–£2,950 plus VAT installed. Multi-splits with two to four indoor units are typically £3,450–£9,950 plus VAT.
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.
Get a guide price for Dorset
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.