Guides, prices, and honest answers
Everything we know about UK air conditioning - from picking the right unit to how much it costs to run in a British winter.
GuidesAir con noise: what to expect indoors and outside
Real decibel numbers for domestic air conditioning in the UK. Indoor unit noise on different fan speeds, outdoor unit noise, and how to reduce both.
SeasonalGetting a quick air con install when demand is peaking
How to actually get an air conditioning install in late spring or summer when every installer is booked out six weeks. Real tactics that work.
CommercialRestaurant and hospitality cooling that actually copes
UK restaurant, cafe, bar and hospitality air conditioning that survives real duty cycles. What to spec, what to avoid, and what an install actually costs.
CostsCost per hour to run air con in the UK in 2026
Real UK running costs for domestic air conditioning in 2026 - what it costs per hour on cool mode, heat mode, and idle. Broken down by room size.
SeasonalPrepping your home for a heatwave without full air con
Practical steps to keep a UK home cooler in a heatwave without a fitted air conditioning system. What actually works, in order of impact.
GuidesPortable air con vs fitted split - the honest comparison
The real trade-offs between a portable air conditioner and a fitted split system in a UK home. Cost, noise, cooling power, and when each one is the right call.
CommercialRooftop condenser rules for commercial installs
UK regulations, structural checks, landlord permissions and access requirements for rooftop commercial air conditioning condensers in 2026.
CostsAir conditioning grants, finance and 0% deals in 2026
What financial help is available for UK air conditioning installs in 2026 - grants, 0% finance deals, and what to watch out for.
GuidesWhat actually happens on air con install day
A blow-by-blow account of a typical UK domestic air conditioning install day - arrival, drilling, pipework, commissioning. What to prep and what to expect.