VRF and VRV systems in Andover
A free survey, a clear specification and a fixed price for VRF and VRV air conditioning in Andover.
- 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 VRF system cost in Andover?
Our guide range in Andover is £2,795–£5,695 per indoor unit (whole system) before VAT; a typical job (office floor of 10–16 indoor units) is £27,995–£91,500 plus VAT. The fixed price follows a free survey.
VRF (variable refrigerant flow) — called VRV by some manufacturers — is a commercial air conditioning system where one outdoor unit, or a bank of them, serves many indoor units through a shared refrigerant network.
Andover and surrounding areas
Businesses in Andover range from independent shops and restaurants to offices, clinics and warehouses. Basingstoke is about 29 km away.
That includes premises in SP10 and the surrounding districts. Nearby, we also cover Winchester (about 20 km), Newbury (about 24 km) and Salisbury (about 26 km). In Andover, 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.
Included as standard
- Heat load and diversity calculations for every zone
- Two-pipe (heat pump) or three-pipe / two-pipe heat recovery system design
- Leak detection where the refrigerant concentration limits require it
- Central controls, scheduling and BMS integration
- Phased installation, pressure testing, commissioning and full F-gas records
Prices in Andover
Guide prices for Andover, set for the South East. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heat pump VRF, per indoor unit | £2,795–£5,095 | £3,354–£6,114 | per unit |
| Heat recovery VRF, per indoor unit | £3,395–£5,695 | £4,074–£6,834 | per unit |
| Central controller and BMS interface | £1,095–£4,550 | £1,314–£5,460 | per system |
| Refrigerant leak detection (per alarmed room) | £455–£1,050 | £546–£1,260 | per room |
| Crane lift for roof plant | £1,095–£3,395 | £1,314–£4,074 | per lift |
Ex VAT, installed system prices including outdoor plant shared across indoor units.
How it works in Andover
Survey and loads
We calculate loads zone by zone and check roof or plant space, risers and ceiling voids. For sites in Andover we confirm access and parking beforehand.
System design
Outdoor units, indoor units, branch boxes and pipe sizes are designed together, including the refrigerant charge and any leak detection.
Phased first fix
Pipework and controls cabling go in floor by floor, often out of hours in occupied buildings.
Pressure test and charge
The network is pressure tested, evacuated and charged with the calculated refrigerant quantity.
Commissioning
Each indoor unit is commissioned and the controls set up, with as-fitted drawings and F-gas records handed over.
What to think about in Andover
Leak checks
Larger VRF systems usually exceed 5 tonnes CO2 equivalent, so they need at least annual F-gas leak checks — more often at 50 tonnes and above.
Working hours
Most Andover businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Plant space
Outdoor units need clear air flow, structural support and safe access for servicing.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Andover are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Premises we work in around Andover
- Offices: zoned cooling and heating for open-plan floors, meeting rooms and comms rooms.
- Hotels and hospitality: quiet bedroom units, public-area cooling and heat recovery for hotels.
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.
FAQs for Andover
How much does a VRF system cost in Andover?
Guide prices in Andover run from about £2,795 to £5,695 per indoor unit (whole system), plus VAT. A typical job (office floor of 10–16 indoor units) costs £27,995–£91,500 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Winchester, Newbury and Salisbury?
Yes. Alongside Andover, we also cover Winchester, Newbury and Salisbury. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Andover?
All of them, including SP10. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
How long does a VRF system last?
With regular servicing, commercial VRF equipment commonly runs for 15 years or more. Lifespan depends on use, maintenance and the operating environment.
Does a VRF system need F-gas leak checks?
Usually yes. Most VRF systems hold enough refrigerant to exceed 5 tonnes CO2 equivalent, which triggers at least annual leak checks and record keeping.
Get a guide price for Andover
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.