Split and multi-split systems in Kent
Cooling and heating for offices, shops and hospitality venues in Kent, 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 Kent?
Our guide range in Kent is £1,650–£3,395 per system before VAT; a typical job (two-room multi-split) is £3,950–£6,850 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.
Working in Kent
We cover all of Kent, including Maidstone, Gillingham, Chatham, Royal Tunbridge Wells and Folkestone. Wherever your premises are, the survey, quote and installation follow the same steps.
Postcode districts we cover include BR8, CT10, CT21, ME1, ME11, TN1, TN15 and TN30. In Kent, 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
- Wall-mounted, floor-standing or under-ceiling indoor units
- Outdoor unit on wall brackets, a flat roof frame or ground mounts
- Pipework in neat trunking or concealed routes
- Condensate drainage
Local guide prices for Kent
Guide prices for Kent, set for the South East. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single split 2.5–3.5 kW | £1,650–£2,795 | £1,980–£3,354 | per system |
| Single split 5–7 kW | £2,250–£3,395 | £2,700–£4,074 | per system |
| Multi-split, 2 indoor units | £3,950–£6,850 | £4,740–£8,220 | per system |
| Multi-split, 3–4 indoor units | £5,695–£11,450 | £6,834–£13,740 | per system |
| Extra pipework beyond 5 m | £40–£75 | £48–£90 | per metre |
Ex VAT, supply and install with standard access.
How it works in Kent
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 Kent we agree timings around your opening hours.
Test and commission
Pressure test, evacuation, any extra refrigerant charge, then commissioning and handover.
Points to plan for in Kent
Pipe routes
Shorter, simpler pipe routes are cheaper and more reliable. We plan routes before quoting.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Kent are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Outdoor unit position
Outdoor units need air flow and access, and should be away from neighbours' windows to keep noise down.
Roof and height work
Flat roofs, high walls and atriums need the right access equipment and edge protection. We plan towers, MEWPs or scaffold before the job, not on the day.
Types of premises we cover in Kent
- Warehouses and industrial: cooling for offices, mezzanines, control rooms and temperature-sensitive areas.
- Pubs and bars: cooling for busy bars, function rooms and cellars, sited with neighbours in mind.
- Gyms and leisure: high-capacity cooling and fresh air for gym floors, studios and changing rooms.
- Salons and spas: comfortable salons and treatment rooms despite dryers, lamps and steam.
Compliance in England: refrigerant work falls under GB F-gas rules, and buildings with more than 12 kW of air conditioning in total need a periodic energy inspection (often called TM44).
Questions about split systems in Kent
How much does a split air conditioning system cost in Kent?
Guide prices in Kent run from about £1,650 to £3,395 per system, plus VAT. A typical job (two-room multi-split) costs £3,950–£6,850 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Essex, East Sussex and London?
Yes. Alongside Kent, we also cover Essex, East Sussex and London. 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.
Can a split system heat in winter?
Yes. Modern split systems are heat pumps and can heat efficiently down to well below freezing.
Get a guide price for Kent
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.