Hampshire · Air conditioning installation
Alverstoke air conditioning
Supply, installation and commissioning of air conditioning for homes and businesses, from one room to a whole building, for Alverstoke and the surrounding area. Call for a fixed-price quote; we reply the same working day.
- A loft conversion that’s too warm to use
- Portable units that are noisy and barely cope
- An ageing air conditioning system near the end of its life
Air conditioning in Alverstoke: the local picture
Alverstoke lies within about 1 mile of the sea. Near the sea, outdoor unit position matters more: sheltered from salt-laden wind where possible, on fixings that will not rust. About 58% of homes in Alverstoke and the neighbourhoods around it date from 1945 to 1972, according to VOA council tax data, and about 64% of households live in detached or semi-detached houses, according to Census 2021 figures. We check the wall construction on homes of that age, as it decides how the pipework goes through. Detached and semi-detached houses normally have space for the outdoor unit, and several rooms can share one on a multi-split.
Around The Little Church, a quick check of the listing and conservation maps is part of planning any install.
Alverstoke is about 2 miles south of Gosport, in Hampshire. From the centre of Alverstoke to the outskirts, we cover air conditioning, from small jobs to large ones. Alverstoke is one of 683 towns, villages and districts in Hampshire where we work. The nearest of our city pages is Worthing, around 33 miles from Alverstoke.
That includes properties on The Lane, Fort Road and Church Road and nearby roads. If your postcode is in PO12, the property is within reach. Nearby, we also cover air conditioning in Clayhall (1 mile east), Haslar (1 mile east), Privett (1 mile north-west), Portsmouth Point (2 miles north-east) and Portsea (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Havant (9 miles north-east), Fareham (5 miles north), Horndean (11 miles north-east) and Hedge End (12 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Alverstoke
We fit and service air conditioning in homes and premises around Bay House School and Village Home pub, among other places. Alverstoke’s nearest station is Portsmouth Harbour station, about 2.1 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Tricorn Centre (3 miles north-east) and Gosport War Memorial Hospital (0.9 miles north). Green spaces nearby include West of the River Alver.
How we handle air conditioning in Alverstoke
Most air conditioning needs its own electrical supply from the consumer unit. Under Part P, a new circuit is notifiable unless a registered competent person does it, and as NICEIC approved contractors we can install and certify it as part of the job. When someone in Alverstoke asks us for air con, the first questions are usually price and who will fit it. We publish typical prices and do the refrigerant work as an F-Gas certified company.
A single room takes a day in most homes, with multi-room systems taking longer depending on pipe routes, and we leave the room clean and the controls explained.
Space outside is rarely the problem in a place like Alverstoke. More often it’s the walls, the electrics and the length of the pipe run that need thinking about.
Some warranty terms depend on the system being serviced regularly by a qualified engineer. If that applies to your system, booking the service on time keeps the record straight and each visit is recorded.
- Location
- Alverstoke (PO12)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Typical price
- One room: £1,200–£2,200 + VAT
- Price
- A fixed-price quote up front
- Credentials
- F-Gas certified company, NICEIC approved
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 30 October 2026
Do you need air conditioning in Alverstoke?
Computers, screens, lighting and people all give off heat. A small office or a busy room can warm up fast with equipment and people in it, even when it isn’t especially hot outside.
Look out for any of the following:
- A loft conversion that is too warm to use
- A room that is unbearable on warm days
- Uncertainty over the right type and size of system
A loft bedroom or a glazed extension is often the room that prompts the first call.
What your quote should include
- How VAT is shown, and which rate applies
- Whether a new circuit is included and who certifies it
- Whether the company is F-Gas certified, and whether you can check it
Common questions in Alverstoke
Can I fit air conditioning in Alverstoke without planning permission?
It depends on the property. The Stokes Bay Conservation Area takes in the middle of Alverstoke. A system that heats as well as cools may not need an application on a house, provided it stays within the permitted development limits. Cooling-only units get no such allowance, and listed buildings and road-facing positions in conservation areas need more care. We speak to the local planning authority (for Alverstoke, normally Gosport council) when it matters.
Will you come out to Alverstoke?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We are based in East Grinstead and plan each visit so the job can be finished in one trip where possible.
Do I need a new electrical circuit?
Most systems need their own supply from the consumer unit. Adding a new circuit is notifiable building work under Part P unless it’s done by a registered competent person, and we are NICEIC approved, so we can install and certify it.
Do you protect the property while you work?
Floors and furniture near the work are covered with dust sheets before work begins, and we tidy up as we go. At the end, we clear up and show you what we have done.
How do I know what size unit to get?
It depends on the room, not only its floor area. Glazing, orientation, the roof and what goes on in the room all affect it, and we take them all into account on the survey.
Should I choose wall-mounted, ducted or cassette?
Number of rooms, space outside and how much of the unit you want to see all decide it. Ducted systems need a ceiling void or loft, and cassettes need a suspended ceiling and the survey confirms what’s possible.
What accreditations do you have?
AirCon Doctor is an F-Gas certified company, NICEIC approved for electrical work and MCS certified for heat pumps. We’re also Checkatrade members.
How it works
We keep the work area tidy as we go, with sheets down and mess cleared as we go. Any holes, fixings or cable routes are agreed with you before we drill. The visit takes anything from a day for one room to several days for a multi-room or ducted system. If a lane or gateway near Alverstoke is tight for a van, let us know and we’ll plan for it.
- We survey the property, or work from your photos for a simple job.
- Each room is sized and the unit positions agreed, then you get a fixed-price quote.
- On the day, dust sheets go down and the indoor and outdoor units are fitted.
- Connections are made, checked for leaks and pulled down to a vacuum.
- The system is commissioned, the controls explained and the F-Gas records handed over.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock any gate, garage or side passage we need
- Tell us about access, such as roof hatches, high walls or locked plant areas
- Clear the space around the indoor unit, or where it will go
Getting a price
To get a fixed-price quote, ring 07833 053749, or email if that’s easier and tell us about the property and what you need. A few pictures make it quicker. You will hear back from us the same working day.
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What affects the cost of air conditioning
The survey or diagnosis tells us what the work involves. We look at:
- The equipment or parts the job needs
- Whether it’s a one-off job or part of a maintenance contract
- Whether the existing supply is suitable
What you pay depends on the type of system and how many units are involved, the access and what the work involves. You get a fixed price before work begins, so you know where you stand.
What to send for a quote
You don’t need the technical terms. It helps if you can send:
- Where the property is and what kind of building it is
- Any previous service or F-Gas records
- Where the outdoor unit is, or where you’d like it
Our prices page gives typical ranges, but your quote is based on your job, because every property is different. Once we’ve looked at the job, from photos or on a survey, you get a fixed price. To start, give us a ring on 07833 053749 or fill in the contact form.
For landlords and property managers
Landlords, letting agents and managing agents book us, not only the people who live or work in the property. Let us know who will give us access and who the records should go to and we will copy in whoever needs it.
Where a tenant occupies the property but the landlord owns the system, the lease or tenancy agreement normally sets out who maintains what. We are happy to deal with either side, and the paperwork can go to both.
A customer’s words
“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