Air Conditioning: A Simple Guide
Thinking about air conditioning? Here is a plain guide to the main types, what to consider before you decide and how to keep a system running well.
Air Conditioning and Ventilation
Air conditioning and ventilation supplied and installed, with controls that are simple to use.
What is involved
Ventilation and air conditioning are now standard in many buildings. We supply and install systems, including the controls, so you have a comfortable space that is simple to run.
We will talk through the size and use of the space with you, then recommend a system that suits it and fits in with your existing layout.
Air conditioning supply and installation
Ventilation systems
Simple controls for your system
Upgrades to existing systems
Cooling is only half of itAir conditioning cools the air in a room but does not bring in fresh air. Good ventilation keeps the air healthy and helps control moisture, so the two work best together.
How we go about it
We look at the space
How big it is, how it is used and where the heat comes from.
We recommend a system
The right type and size, and where each part should go.
We install it
Including the controls, set up so that they are simple to use.
We test it and show you
We test the system and show you how it works before we finish.
Questions about air conditioning and ventilation
What type of system do I need?
Portable units suit short-term use, split systems suit a single room or space, multi-split systems serve a few rooms from one outdoor unit, and ducted systems suit larger or open-plan spaces. We will recommend what fits yours.
Can an air conditioning system also heat?
Many split systems can. It is worth considering if you want one system to keep a space comfortable all year round.
Do I need permission?
Sometimes. In flats, and in listed or protected buildings, you may need permission from a landlord, freeholder or the council. It is worth checking before any work starts.
How do I keep a system running well?
Clean or replace the filters regularly, keep the outdoor unit clear and have the system checked by a qualified engineer from time to time.
Worth reading
Other things we look after
Heating and BoilersBoilers, radiators and the pipework that connects them, installed, repaired and upgraded.Gas WorkGas installation, pipework and appliance connections, tested before we hand over.Water Services and MaintenanceHot and cold water, storage tanks, water treatment and regular upkeep.DrainageDrainage and waste water solutions, including rainwater collection and removal.
Tell us what is not working.
Call us or send a few details about the job. We will explain what we can do.