Air Conditioning in St Albans: What to Know Before You Install
Most of the air conditioning we fit in St Albans goes into home offices, bedrooms, loft conversions and conservatories, the rooms that overheat first in a warm summer. Here is what decides the right system for your property and what to expect from the installation.
Choosing the right system
A single split system, with one indoor and one outdoor unit, suits one room. A multi-split runs two or more indoor units from one outdoor unit, which keeps the outside of the house tidier when you want to cool several rooms. We size each unit from the room size, how much sun it gets and how it is used, rather than guessing.
What affects the cost
The price depends on how many rooms you want to cool, the output of each unit, the length of pipe run between the indoor and outdoor units, where the outdoor unit can go and whether a new electrical supply is needed. We survey first and give you a fixed written quote before any work is booked.
Planning and outdoor units
Outdoor units need a sensible position for airflow, noise and neighbours. Some installations need planning permission, particularly on listed buildings and in conservation areas such as parts of central St Albans. We will tell you at the survey if your property is likely to need it, so you can check with the council before you commit.
Heating as well as cooling
Most modern split systems are reversible, so the unit that cools the room in July can heat it efficiently in spring and autumn. That makes air conditioning a practical choice for conservatories, garden rooms and home offices that the central heating struggles to keep comfortable.
Servicing and maintenance
An annual service keeps the system cooling properly and running efficiently. We clean the filters and coils, clear the condensate drain, check refrigerant pressures and electrical connections, and test the system in both cooling and heating mode. Many manufacturers also require regular servicing to keep the warranty valid.
Homes and businesses across AL1 to AL4
We install, service and repair air conditioning across the St Albans postcodes AL1, AL2, AL3 and AL4, and in Harpenden, Hatfield, Watford, Welwyn Garden City, Redbourn and London Colney, for homes, offices and shops.
Thinking about air conditioning? Call 01727 620 195 for a free quote.