Split and multi-split systems in Edinburgh
Cooling and heating for offices, shops and hospitality venues in Edinburgh, with a free site survey and a fixed written quote.
- 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 Edinburgh?
In Edinburgh, guide prices run from about £1,395 to £2,850 per system, plus VAT. A typical job (two-room multi-split) usually comes to £3,295–£5,695 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 Edinburgh and nearby
We cover all of Edinburgh, including Queensferry, Currie and Balerno. We quote for premises right across Edinburgh, including rural and edge-of-town sites.
Postcode districts we cover include EH1, EH3, EH6, EH9, EH13, EH16, EH21 and EH30. For split and multi-split air conditioning in Edinburgh, 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 Edinburgh
These guide prices are adjusted for Scotland, where labour and access costs run about 4% below the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single split 2.5–3.5 kW | £1,395–£2,350 | £1,674–£2,820 | per system |
| Single split 5–7 kW | £1,850–£2,850 | £2,220–£3,420 | per system |
| Multi-split, 2 indoor units | £3,295–£5,695 | £3,954–£6,834 | per system |
| Multi-split, 3–4 indoor units | £4,750–£9,550 | £5,700–£11,460 | per system |
| Extra pipework beyond 5 m | £35–£60 | £42–£72 | per metre |
Ex VAT, supply and install with standard access.
How a job in Edinburgh works
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 Edinburgh screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Test and commission
Pressure test, evacuation, any extra refrigerant charge, then commissioning and handover.
Things to check in Edinburgh
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.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Edinburgh 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.
Working hours
Most Edinburgh businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Typical premises in Edinburgh
- 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.
- 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.
Compliance in Scotland: refrigerant work falls under GB F-gas rules, and systems with an effective output of 12 kW or more need a periodic energy inspection (often called TM44).
Questions about split systems in Edinburgh
How much does a split air conditioning system cost in Edinburgh?
Guide prices in Edinburgh run from about £1,395 to £2,850 per system, plus VAT. A typical job (two-room multi-split) costs £3,295–£5,695 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover the Lothians, Fife and Stirling, Falkirk and Clackmannanshire?
Yes. Alongside Edinburgh, we also cover the Lothians, Fife and Stirling, Falkirk and Clackmannanshire. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
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.
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 Edinburgh
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.