How can I get air conditioning in my home and how much does it cost?
Summary
As the UK faces hotter summers and more heatwaves, more people are buying air conditioning systems for their homes. There are three main types of home air conditioners—portable, split systems, and ducted systems—and the price varies widely depending on the type and installation costs.Key Facts
- Portable air conditioners are standalone units that cool single rooms and cost between £350 and £650.
- Split systems have an indoor and outdoor unit and can cool one or multiple rooms; the unit costs between £750 and £1,100, but total installation costs range from £2,000 to £6,000.
- Ducted air conditioning cools the entire house via vents and ducts, costing £990 to £1,750 for the unit, with installation possibly between £5,000 and £10,000.
- The size of air conditioning units is measured in BTUs, which determines the cooling capacity and price.
- Running air conditioners adds to electricity bills, typically 25p to 40p per hour for portable units.
- Demand for air conditioning units has increased significantly due to rising temperatures in the UK.
- Installing ducted systems may require major renovations to fit ductwork inside the house.
- Higher electricity prices mean using air conditioning regularly will increase household energy costs.
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