Air conditioning installation in Norfolk
Anglian Air Conditioning installs air conditioning for homes and offices across Norfolk, and Alex, who is fully qualified, carries out the work.
Installation for homes and offices
Air conditioning installation covers everything between deciding a room needs cooling and having a unit that works: choosing a system that suits the space, fitting the indoor unit and the outdoor unit, running the pipework and cabling between them, charging and testing the system, and showing you how to use it. Each of those steps affects how well the unit cools and how long it lasts, which is why the fitting matters as much as the unit itself.
Most homes and offices are served by a split system. An indoor unit on a wall or ceiling treats the room, an outdoor unit sits outside the building, and refrigerant pipework and cables connect the two. Some jobs call for a single unit in one room, others for several indoor units sharing one outdoor unit. The right choice depends on the size of the room, how it is used, how much heat it gains from sun and equipment, and where the pipework can run.
Installation suits any room that overheats: a bedroom that is too warm to sleep in, an open-plan office where equipment and people add heat, or a shop or small business premises where customers and staff need to be comfortable. If you are unsure whether air conditioning is the right answer, send us the details and we will talk it through with you.
What an installation includes
Every installation follows the same steps, from the first look at the site to the final check.
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A look at the site
We look at where the indoor unit will sit and where the outdoor unit can go, with a route for the pipework checked before anything is drilled.
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The indoor unit fitted
The indoor unit is fixed to a level wall so it drains properly and looks neat once it is up.
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The outdoor unit placed
The outdoor unit goes in the position that was agreed, where air can move freely around it.
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Pipes and cables run neatly and sealed
The pipework and cables between the two units are run tidily and sealed where they pass through the wall.
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Charging and testing
The system is charged with refrigerant and tested, so we know it is running as it should before we leave.
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A handover
Before we leave, we switch the unit on, check the airflow and show you how to use the controls.
What to plan before you book
A little thought before the installation makes the job smoother and the result better.
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Where the indoor unit will go
Choose a wall or ceiling position where air can reach the whole room and is not blocked by tall furniture or curtains. The wall also needs to be strong enough to carry the unit, and the position should not point cold air straight at a bed or a desk.
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Where the outdoor unit can go
The outdoor unit needs clear space around it, access for servicing and a sensible route for the pipework. Think about neighbours too: a unit fixed under a bedroom window next door can cause friction because of the noise it makes.
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Whether you need permission
If you rent, live in a flat or have a leasehold property, you may need your landlord or freeholder to agree to an outdoor unit. Listed buildings and conservation areas can have rules about changes to the outside of a building, so check with the local planning authority first.
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The electrical supply
Air conditioning needs a suitable electrical supply. Ask whether the existing wiring can carry the extra load, and tell us if you know of any problems with the circuit the unit will use.
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What the unit needs to do
Decide whether you want cooling only or a system that can heat in winter as well. A unit that is the right size for the room works more efficiently than one that is too large or too small.
Good to know
A few things worth understanding before you decide.
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Refrigerant must be handled by a qualified person
The gases used in air conditioning are controlled by law. Fitting and charging a system requires certification, so it is not a job for an unqualified person, however simple it may look.
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Many systems heat as well as cool
Most split systems are heat pumps, which means they can also heat the room in cooler weather. Ask what a particular unit can do before you choose one.
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The unit produces water that has to drain away
Cooling air removes moisture, and that water has to drain somewhere sensible. The position of the indoor unit and the route of the drain are planned together for this reason.
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Noise is worth thinking about
Modern units are designed to run quietly, but the outdoor unit does make some noise. Think about where it will sit in relation to bedrooms, yours and your neighbours'.
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A system needs looking after
Filters collect dust and the coils collect dirt, and a unit that is not looked after cools less well. Regular servicing keeps it running properly; our servicing page explains what it involves.
How an installation works
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Send an enquiry
Tell us about the room, the age of any existing system and a good time to call.
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We talk it through and give you a price
We go through what the unit needs to do and what will suit the room, and we give you a price.
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The unit is fitted
The indoor and outdoor units are fitted, and the pipework and cables are run neatly and sealed.
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Checked before we leave
The system is charged and tested, and we show you how to use the controls before we go.
Questions about air conditioning installation
How much does an installation cost?
It depends on the room, the unit and how far the pipework has to run. We talk it through with you and give you a price.
How long does an installation take?
A single wall unit in a straightforward spot is a smaller job than a system serving several rooms. We tell you the timing before we book the day.
What should I have ready?
Clear the wall and the floor beneath it where we will work, and let us know where you would like the outdoor unit to go. We check the route for pipework and power when we visit.
Do I need permission to fit an outdoor unit?
Owners of an ordinary house often do not, but tenants, leaseholders and anyone in a listed building or conservation area should check first with their landlord, freeholder or local planning authority.
Can the system heat my room as well as cool it?
Many modern systems are heat pumps that can do both. We explain what a particular unit does when we talk it through.
Is the outdoor unit noisy?
Outdoor units make some noise while they run. Where the unit sits in relation to bedrooms, yours and your neighbours', is one of the things we look at before fitting.
Get a quote for your installation
Send us the room, the age of any existing system and a good time to call.