Greater London · Air conditioning installation
Aldwych air conditioning
We cover Aldwych for air conditioning installation. Diagnosis first, a fixed price and proper paperwork when we finish.
- An old system that needs replacing
- A portable unit with a hose out of the window
- Working from home in a room that gets too warm
Air con installers in Aldwych
Any installation we do in Aldwych follows the same process as everywhere else we work: survey, fixed-price quote, a neat installation, full commissioning and the F-Gas paperwork. You know the price before work begins and the paperwork is in your hands when we finish. Air con, air conditioning, a split system: whatever you call it, in Aldwych it means the same thing to us: the right unit in the right place, fitted and commissioned properly.
Across London, and in Aldwych too, a lot of air conditioning goes into flats and terraces rather than detached houses. So the first questions are where the outdoor unit can sit, how the pipes get to it and whose permission is needed. In a flat, the lease and the freeholder typically come into it, so we write up the proposed positions for them to see.
Nothing is signed off by word of mouth: commissioning details for an installation, a fault and repair note for a repair, or a record of the service. File it with the manual, because it helps with any later warranty question.
- Place
- Aldwych (W1D, WC2H, W1F)
- Region
- Greater London
- Certified
- F-Gas certified, NICEIC approved
- Quote
- Fixed after a survey or pictures
- Guide price
- £1,200–£2,200 + VAT for one room
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 30 October 2026
How it works
Protection comes first: dust sheets over floors and furniture near the work, and we ask before moving anything. Then the electrics are made safe and the work begins. It takes a day for most single-room installations, with multi-split, ducted and cassette systems taking longer, and we tidy up before we leave. If your building in Aldwych has a managing agent, a concierge or sign-in rules, mention them when you book.
- First comes a site survey, or photos and measurements for a straightforward job.
- Each room is sized and you get a fixed-price quote setting out the equipment and the unit positions.
- Brackets go on, the units are hung and the refrigerant lines, cable and drain are routed between them.
- Power is wired in, the joints are proved leak-tight under pressure and a vacuum pump draws out air and moisture.
- The system is commissioned and checked in every mode, and we hand over the controls, F-Gas records and warranty information.
Getting ready for the visit
- Name a contact who can meet us at the agreed time
- Let us know if the building has a permit or sign-in process
- Clear the space around the indoor unit, or where it will go
Get a fixed-price quote
Every quote starts with a look at the job, either on a site survey or, for simple jobs, from your photos and details. Then you get a fixed price so you know the cost before we begin.
Advice
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What an install looks like in Aldwych
The Valuation Office Agency’s council tax figures put about 48% of homes across Aldwych and its surrounding area before 1919, and about 96% of households live in flats, according to Census 2021 figures. Older properties often mean solid walls and period details, so pipe runs are planned to stay neat and out of sight. In flats, the lease and the freeholder normally decide where an outdoor unit can go, and the permitted development rules for flats are tighter. In London, outdoor unit positions, building rules and access tend to need more planning than the install itself.
If you commute from London Charing Cross station and work from home on other days, one wall-mounted unit in the home office is often all that’s needed.
Aldwych is about 1 mile north-west of London, in Greater London. Our engineers cover Aldwych for air conditioning, along with the rest of Greater London. Count every place we list in Greater London and you reach 764, with Aldwych on the list.
Not far from Aldwych, a recent job of ours was on East Hill, Wandsworth (SW18), about 5 miles south-west: installing a Daikin wall-mounted unit in the open-plan living area. Read more
Getting to Aldwych is easy by the A4 and A301. You’ll find streets such as Shoe Lane, Drury Lane and New Square, and we cover them all. Close to Aldwych, our area also takes in Clare Market (1 mile north), Covent Garden (1 mile west), Temple Bar (1 mile east), Temple (1 mile east) and Adelphi (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Kensington (4 miles west), Walthamstow (6 miles north-east), Hampstead (4 miles north-west) and Ruislip (13 miles west).
Around Aldwych
Typical jobs here are in properties near Ye Old White Horse pub, Lincoln's Inn Fields and Mercers' School, among other places. You’ll also find LSE Shaw Library (less than half a mile north-east) and London Nautical School (0.6 miles south-east). The nearest railway station is London Charing Cross station, about 0.5 miles south-west. A little further out are Montfichet's Tower (0.7 miles east) and Gabriel's Wharf (0.5 miles south-east). Open spaces near Aldwych include Barnsbury Wood and Ludgate Hill.
Different systems, different jobs
Outdoor unit positions
On flats and terraced houses, space outside is often the deciding factor. We look at walls, roofs, balconies and yards on the survey, and tell you about any permissions you may need.
Ceiling cassettes
Cassettes are good at even airflow across a large floor area, and the slim grille sits neatly in the ceiling.
What we are called out for in Aldwych
Bedrooms that are too warm at night are a frequent reason for a call. An open window does not always cool a bedroom that has warmed up all day, especially on a still night.
Most people get in touch when they notice something like this:
- Commercial rooms that are too warm for staff
- Rooms under the roof that stay hot into the night
- A system on old refrigerant that’s due for replacement
Dr Johnson's House, about 0.4 miles east, is one of the historic houses nearby, and if your own home is listed, consent comes before any air conditioning is fixed to it.
Before booking anyone
- How extra work would be agreed if they find something unexpected
- Whether you get F-Gas records where refrigerant is involved
- If the figure could change on the day
FAQs for Aldwych
Will air conditioning in Aldwych need planning permission?
There’s no single answer: the building and the outdoor unit position decide it. Central Aldwych sits inside the Strand Conservation Area. Since 2025, an air-to-air heat pump on a house can count as permitted development if it meets the conditions and isn’t used only for cooling. Listed buildings still need consent, and in a conservation area a road-facing wall or roof isn’t allowed under those rules. If there’s any doubt, we ask Westminster council, which is typically the planning authority for Aldwych.
Can I have air conditioning in a flat in Aldwych?
Often, yes, but the lease and the freeholder usually have a say. Permitted development rules for flats are tighter than for houses, so we check the outdoor unit position and give you the details to send to the freeholder or managing agent.
When will I hear back?
We reply to enquiries the same working day. For a breakdown that can’t wait, call our 24/7 emergency line.
Will skipping a service affect the warranty?
It can, for some brands. Read the manufacturer’s terms, or send us the make and model and we’ll explain them and stick to the interval they set.
Which accreditations do you hold?
AirCon Doctor is an F-Gas certified company, NICEIC approved for electrical work and MCS certified for heat pumps. We are members of Checkatrade too.
Can the outdoor unit go on a roof or at ground level?
The position is agreed on the survey, not on the day. It needs space around it to breathe and room for an engineer to service it, and walls or roofs facing a road can raise planning questions. We’ll tell you what to check before we fit it.
How long does it take to fit air conditioning?
Most single-room systems take a day. Multi-split, ducted and cassette systems take longer and the quote says how long to expect.
Keeping the system healthy
Looking after it is simple, and it helps at the next service:
- Keep the outdoor unit clear of leaves, plants and clutter
- Let filters dry fully before you put them back
- Shut doors and windows when it’s on
Before we leave, the system is commissioned and tested in each mode. Once it’s running properly, we take you through the controls and settings, so you are confident using it.
Report drips, noises or error codes early. Water from the indoor unit, a new rattle or a code on the display normally means something needs attention and catching it early keeps the repair small.
What a customer said
“Excellent service from start to finish. Two wall-mounted units installed in our home. Clean, tidy work: they protected all the floors and left no mess. The systems work brilliantly. Would highly recommend.”
Sarah M., East Grinstead