Split and multi-split systems in Greater Manchester
From a single room to a whole floor: split and multi-split air conditioning in Greater Manchester, 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 Greater Manchester?
Budget roughly £1,395–£2,895 per system ex VAT in Greater Manchester. For a typical job — two-room multi-split — expect £3,395–£5,850 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.
Our coverage in Greater Manchester
We cover all of Greater Manchester, including Manchester, Oldham, Wigan, Bolton and Stockport. We quote for premises right across Greater Manchester, including rural and edge-of-town sites.
Postcode districts we cover include BL0, M2, M16, M29, M50, OL9, SK7 and WN7. In Greater Manchester, 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 the job covers
- 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
Split systems prices in Greater Manchester
These guide prices are adjusted for the North West, where labour and access costs run about 2% below the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single split 2.5–3.5 kW | £1,395–£2,395 | £1,674–£2,874 | per system |
| Single split 5–7 kW | £1,895–£2,895 | £2,274–£3,474 | per system |
| Multi-split, 2 indoor units | £3,395–£5,850 | £4,074–£7,020 | per system |
| Multi-split, 3–4 indoor units | £4,850–£9,750 | £5,820–£11,700 | per system |
| Extra pipework beyond 5 m | £35–£65 | £42–£78 | per metre |
Ex VAT, supply and install with standard access.
The steps for a project in Greater Manchester
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. In Greater Manchester we agree timings around your opening hours.
Test and commission
Pressure test, evacuation, any extra refrigerant charge, then commissioning and handover.
Local points to consider
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.
Leased premises
If your Greater Manchester premises are leased, the landlord's written consent is usually needed for external units, wall penetrations and roof access. We provide drawings and data sheets for the request.
Outdoor unit position
Outdoor units need air flow and access, and should be away from neighbours' windows to keep noise down.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Greater Manchester 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 Greater Manchester
- Gyms and leisure: high-capacity cooling and fresh air for gym floors, studios and changing rooms.
- Retail and shops: comfortable shop floors, stockrooms and entrances, even with the door open.
- Healthcare and dental: clean, quiet cooling for surgeries, clinics, dental practices and care settings.
- Warehouses and industrial: cooling for offices, mezzanines, control rooms and temperature-sensitive areas.
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 Greater Manchester?
Guide prices in Greater Manchester run from about £1,395 to £2,895 per system, plus VAT. A typical job (two-room multi-split) costs £3,395–£5,850 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Cheshire, Lancashire and Merseyside?
Yes. Alongside Greater Manchester, we also cover Cheshire, Lancashire and Merseyside. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
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 Greater Manchester?
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.