West Berkshire · Air conditioning installation
Air con installers in Thatcham
We cover Thatcham for air conditioning. A look at the job first, a fixed-price quote and written records at the end.
- An old system that needs replacing
- A portable unit with a hose out of the window
- A loft room or top floor that bakes in summer
Air conditioning installation in Thatcham
Thinking about air conditioning but not sure where to start? Just ring 07833 053749 or send an email with pictures of the rooms and the outside of the property, and we’ll reply the same working day about a survey or a fixed-price quote. Most split systems we fit in Thatcham are reversible: in heating mode they work as an air-to-air heat pump, so a system bought for summer earns its keep in winter too.
A single room takes a day in most homes, with multi-room systems taking longer depending on pipe routes.
Most houses around Thatcham have a side or back wall, or a patch of ground, where the outdoor unit can go. We keep it away from bedroom windows next door and run the pipework as neatly as we can, inside through a loft or outside in trunking.
Each manufacturer sets its own warranty period. For example, Daikin’s standard warranty on split air conditioning is 2 years, and its longer extensions apply to its air-to-water units only. Whatever the brand, the manufacturer’s terms are explained on your quote.
- Location
- Thatcham (RG19, RG18)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Approvals
- NICEIC and F-Gas
- Costs
- From £1,200 + VAT
- Enquiries
- Answered the same working day
- Quotes
- A fixed price before any work starts
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Checked
- 30 October 2026
Pricing air conditioning in Thatcham
Your quote is based on your property. We consider:
- Whether it’s a one-off job or part of a maintenance contract
- Whether it’s a simple split or a larger system
- How many units are involved
No two properties are the same, so we price each one individually. The system, the access, the pipe routes and the parts involved all make a difference.
What to send for a quote
When you call or email, these details help:
- The remote or wall controller showing any error
- The make and model of the system, from the label
- A few pictures of the room and the wall the unit is on, or will go on
Photos are the fastest route to a quote: the inside and outside of the property where the work is, plus the rating plate of any unit already there. Tell us the address and what you need, and simple jobs can often be priced without a visit.
Air conditioning in Thatcham: local notes
The 2021 Census found about 65% of households in detached or semi-detached houses. Houses normally have a side or rear wall with room for the outdoor unit, and a multi-split can serve several rooms from one outdoor unit.
Homes near United Reformed Church are a good example of where we look up the heritage status of the building before fixing anything to it. With historic houses such as Shaw House about 2.7 miles west, it’s a reminder that older homes nearby may be listed, which changes the planning rules.
Thatcham is about 12 miles north-west of Basingstoke, in West Berkshire. For air conditioning in and around Thatcham, it’s easy to get a fixed-price quote: please phone 07833 053749 or drop us a line. Our area covers London and the South East, Thatcham included. 155 places in West Berkshire are on our list, from busy centres to quieter spots. We also work in Guildford, around 31 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: RG19 and RG18. Local streets include High Street, Station Road and Flagstaff Square, all of which are in our area. Close to Thatcham, our area also takes in Benham Hill (1 mile west), Ashmore Green (2 miles north-west), Cold Ash (2 miles north), Upper Bucklebury (2 miles north-east) and Stone Copse (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Newbury (3 miles west), Burghfield Common (8 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles west) and Hungerford (11 miles west).
Local landmarks in Thatcham
In Thatcham, that means homes and buildings near Kennet School and The Old Chequers Public House and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Thatcham station, about 0.9 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Old Chapel Textile Centre (2.2 miles south-west) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (1.5 miles west). For a walk, there’s Nature Discovery Centre.
Before you call an engineer
Never try to top up, release or handle refrigerant yourself. The law requires anyone working on equipment containing F gas to hold the right qualifications, and the company to be certified, and refrigerant lines can cause cold burns. A suspected leak is our job, not yours.
Before you call us about a fault, a few checks can save a visit: is the system in the right mode, is the set temperature sensible, are the remote’s batteries working and has the breaker tripped. If the breaker trips a second time, leave it off and phone us on 07833 053749, or email if that’s easier.
Thatcham questions
Will air conditioning in Thatcham need planning permission?
It depends on the property. Central Thatcham sits inside the Thatcham Conservation Area. Since 2025, an air-to-air heat pump on a house can count as permitted development if it meets the conditions and is not used only for cooling. Listed buildings still need consent, and in a conservation area a road-facing wall or roof is not allowed under those rules. If there’s any doubt, we ask the planning department at West Berkshire council, usually the authority for Thatcham.
Is Thatcham in your area for air conditioning?
Yes. We work across London and the South East from our base in East Grinstead, and Thatcham is part of that. To start, ring us on 07833 053749 or write to us at info@aircondoctor.co.uk with a few photos.
Why use an F-Gas certified company?
F-Gas certification shows a company is approved to work on equipment containing fluorinated gases, such as the refrigerant in air conditioning and heat pumps. That isn’t optional: it’s required by law, and we hold it.
Do you survey before quoting?
Yes, always. Diagnosis comes before treatment: the survey tells us what the job needs and how to do it and the fixed price is built on it.
How soon will you get back to me?
The same working day. After that, we agree a survey, diagnosis or installation date that suits you, with a fixed price before work starts.
Which accreditations do you hold?
We are an F-Gas certified company, NICEIC approved for electrical work and MCS certified for heat pumps. We are also Checkatrade members.
Does air conditioning work as heating?
Yes, most modern split systems run as heat pumps, so they heat as well as cool. The Energy Saving Trust points out that an air-to-air heat pump is often just called air conditioning. Some cooling-only models exist, so we confirm it for the model on your quote.
What else we do in Thatcham
System by system
Outdoor unit positions
Where outside space is tight, the outdoor unit position shapes the whole design. We look at walls, roofs, balconies and yards on the survey and we flag any consent you may need.
Multi-split systems
Indoor units on a multi-split don’t all have to look the same, choosing what suits each room, as the manufacturer allows. The survey settles which units go where.
How the visit works
The visit has three parts, a bit like a doctor’s appointment: look, put right and sign off. First we check the system or the space against the plan, then the work itself, and finally we test, record and explain. Most of the time goes on the middle part, which takes a day or more, depending on the number of rooms, the pipe routes and the access. Access to the outdoor unit position is the main thing to tell us about in Thatcham.
- We survey the property, or work from your pictures for a simple job.
- The system is sized, positions are agreed and the price is fixed.
- On the day, dust sheets go down and the indoor and outdoor units are fitted.
- We run and connect the pipes, cable and drain, then pressure test and evacuate the circuit.
- We commission, show you the controls and leave the F-Gas and warranty paperwork.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about parking and loading
- Keep pets and children away from the work area
- Let us know if the units are on a roof, a high wall or in a locked area
Ask for a quote
Need a price for air conditioning? Please phone 07833 053749 or fill in the contact form and tell us about the job. We’ll talk you through the options and give you a fixed-price quote before you commit to anything.
Advice
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