Split and multi-split systems in Dunoon
Split and multi-split air conditioning for businesses in Dunoon — surveyed, designed and priced in writing before any work starts.
- Survey by arrangement, travel charge quoted first
- 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 Dunoon?
Budget roughly £1,500–£3,095 per system ex VAT in Dunoon. For a typical job — two-room multi-split — expect £3,595–£6,250 plus VAT. For remote and island locations, a travel charge (ferry fares and any accommodation at cost, plus travel time) is quoted as a fixed amount in writing before anything is booked.
A split air conditioning system has an indoor unit and an outdoor unit joined by refrigerant pipework.
Our coverage in Dunoon
Most commercial premises in and around Dunoon are shops, offices, salons, pubs and small industrial units.
Postcode districts we cover in Dunoon include PA23. We also work in nearby Greenock, Helensburgh and Vale of Leven. Split and multi-split air conditioning in Dunoon is priced from a written specification: unit sizes, positions, pipe routes, condensate, electrics, controls and commissioning are all listed.
We cover Dunoon by arrangement: a travel charge (ferry fares and any accommodation at cost, plus travel time) is quoted as a fixed amount in writing before anything is booked. We group visits where we can to keep it down.
What the job covers
- 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
Local guide prices for Dunoon
These guide prices are adjusted for the north of Scotland, where labour and access costs run about 5% 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–£3,095 | £2,460–£3,714 | per system |
| Multi-split, 2 indoor units | £3,595–£6,250 | £4,314–£7,500 | per system |
| Multi-split, 3–4 indoor units | £5,195–£10,450 | £6,234–£12,540 | per system |
| Extra pipework beyond 5 m | £35–£70 | £42–£84 | per metre |
Ex VAT, supply and install with standard access.
From enquiry to handover in Dunoon
Survey
We size the unit to the room and agree indoor and outdoor positions and the pipe route. For sites in Dunoon 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.
Things to check in Dunoon
Pipe routes
Shorter, simpler pipe routes are cheaper and more reliable. We plan routes before quoting.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Dunoon 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.
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 Dunoon are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Types of premises we cover in Dunoon
- Salons and spas: comfortable salons and treatment rooms despite dryers, lamps and steam.
- Gyms and leisure: high-capacity cooling and fresh air for gym floors, studios and changing rooms.
- Pubs and bars: cooling for busy bars, function rooms and cellars, sited with neighbours in mind.
- Warehouses and industrial: cooling for offices, mezzanines, control rooms and temperature-sensitive areas.
Two rules matter for most businesses in Scotland: GB F-gas rules (leak checks from 5 tonnes CO2e) and the periodic energy inspection for systems of 12 kW or more.
Questions about split systems in Dunoon
How much does a split air conditioning system cost in Dunoon?
Guide prices in Dunoon run from about £1,500 to £3,095 per system, plus VAT. A typical job (two-room multi-split) costs £3,595–£6,250 plus VAT. For Dunoon, a travel charge is added and quoted in writing before the survey is booked.
Do you also cover Greenock, Helensburgh and Vale of Leven?
Yes. Alongside Dunoon, we also cover Greenock, Helensburgh and Vale of Leven. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Dunoon?
All of them, including PA23. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
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.
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.
Talk to us about your premises in Dunoon
Visits to Dunoon are by arrangement: a travel charge (ferry fares and any accommodation at cost, plus travel time) is quoted as a fixed amount in writing before anything is booked.