Greater London · SE20
Air conditioning in SE20
Our engineers cover all of the SE20 postcode district, which takes in Penge, Anerley and Beckenham. Every job starts with a site survey and a fixed-price quote.
Towns and villages in SE20
Our services across SE20
- Heat pump installation
- Air conditioning installation
- Air conditioning servicing
- Commercial air conditioning
- Air conditioning repair
- All services
To book a survey or ask a question, ring us on 07833 053749, or email if that’s easier.
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How air conditioning works in SE20
We approach an installation much as a doctor approaches a patient: survey first, install second, commission and hand over last. The sign-off includes testing every mode, showing you the controls and handing over the F-Gas records. The work covers ducted systems, multi-split systems and air-to-air heat pumps, and the jobs we see most are an office, shop or restaurant that’s uncomfortable for staff and customers and a system on old refrigerant that’s due for replacement.
We keep the work area tidy as we go, with dust sheets down and offcuts and packaging cleared up. Any holes, fixings or cable routes are agreed with you before we drill. On site, it takes anything from a day for one room to several days for a multi-room or ducted system.
- First comes a site survey, or photos and measurements for a straightforward job.
- The quote is fixed and shows the equipment, where each unit goes and what’s included.
- Brackets go on, the units are hung and the refrigerant lines, cable and drain are routed between them.
- The electrical supply is connected, and the refrigerant circuit is pressure tested and evacuated.
- We commission the system, show you the controls and leave the F-Gas records and the manufacturer’s warranty details.
What affects the price in SE20
The cost depends on the system and the number of rooms or units, how easy the units are to reach and what the work involves. We give you a fixed price before we start, so you know where you stand.
What you get with us
- A site survey and a fixed-price quote
- 24/7 emergency line for breakdowns
- MCS certified heat pump installers
- Clear warranty information from the manufacturer
Getting a price
To help us quote: where the property is and what kind of building it is, photos of the rooms or units, the make and model of any existing system and anything you’ve noticed, such as an error code or a noise. Then ring 07833 053749 or write to us at info@aircondoctor.co.uk.
Around Penge
In Penge, that means homes and buildings near Harris City Academy Crystal Palace, Crooked Billet pub and Crystal Palace School, among other places. Also close by are Crystal Palace Dinosaurs (under half a mile north-west), Church of St John the Evangelist (within half a mile east) and Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace (less than half a mile north-east). There’s a railway station in Penge itself: Penge West station. Well-known places in the area include St Christopher's Hospice (0.5 miles north) and Crystal Palace Museum (0.8 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Dulwich Upper Wood and Knight's Hill.
Where we install in SE20
In SE20, we install in places such as Beckenham, Selhurst and South Norwood and well beyond. We cover every place we list for SE20, 7 in all.
From London flats to coastal homes and country cottages, London and the South East have every kind of property. We are F-Gas certified, NICEIC approved and MCS certified for heat pumps.
Penge: Close to Penge West station? A small study or box room used for work can typically be cooled with a single indoor unit. With historic houses such as Kingswood House about 1.4 miles north-west, it’s a reminder that older homes nearby may be listed, which changes the planning rules.
Aftercare tips
Aftercare is straightforward, and it helps at the next service:
- Use moderate settings for comfort and economy
- Keep the indoor unit’s filters clean
- File the paperwork with the manual
- Do not cover or box in the outdoor unit
We recommend an annual service, and some manufacturers make servicing a warranty condition. We can remind you when it’s due if you’d like.
Have the system serviced once a year. The engineer cleans the coils and drain, checks the electrics and the refrigerant circuit and catches small problems early and keeps the warranty paperwork right where servicing is a condition.
What you can do yourself, and what needs us
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 a breaker trips again after you reset it, leave it off and ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Owner care supports servicing; it does not replace it. Clean filters and a clear outdoor unit help the system run as it should, but the refrigerant circuit, the electrics and the parts you can’t see still need an engineer at the interval the manufacturer recommends.
What affects the cost of air conditioning
A fixed price needs a few facts first. We look at:
- The number of rooms, units or zones
- Access, including height, roofs and ladders
- One-off work versus a regular service cycle
- What electrical work the job needs
Putting the work off seldom saves money. Small problems, from blocked filters to slow leaks, tend to get worse, and a struggling system uses more electricity to do less. If you’re not sure what’s needed, call 07833 053749 or write to us at info@aircondoctor.co.uk for straight advice and a fixed price.
What we need to know
To speed up the quote, please include:
- Your installation or service records
- Where the property is and what kind of building it is
- The make and model of the system, from the label
- The fuse board and where it is in the property
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, ring 07833 053749 or send an email.
Why deal with it now?
Fans and portables move warm air around rather than removing it. A fixed system removes the heat to the outside, runs more quietly in the room and can typically heat as well, so it earns its keep all year.
What your quote should include
- Whether the quote is a fixed price
- Whether anyone has checked the property or the system first
- How VAT is shown, and which rate applies
- Exactly what the price includes, from supply and fitting to commissioning
FAQs for SE20
Will skipping a service affect the warranty?
That depends on the brand. Where servicing is a condition, a missed service could give the manufacturer grounds to refuse a claim, so we explain the terms on your quote.
Will you work on another installer’s system?
Yes. We start with a proper look and tell you honestly what we find, including anything about the original installation that needs putting right. You get a fixed price before any work goes ahead.
How quickly will you reply?
You will hear from us the same working day. For a breakdown that can’t wait, call our 24/7 emergency line.
Is SE20 in your area?
Yes. We work in SE20 and the rest of Greater London, as part of our area across London and the South East. To book, phone us on 07833 053749 or send an email.
Do I get paperwork after the visit?
Yes. It’s your proof of what was done: the date, the work, and any refrigerant added or recovered.
Which manufacturers do you install and repair?
The main ones, including Mitsubishi Electric, Daikin, Fujitsu, Panasonic, Toshiba, LG, Samsung, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Hitachi. For a new system, we suggest the make and model that suit the property and tell you why.
Can you fit air conditioning in a leasehold flat?
It depends on the building and the lease. Balconies, flat roofs and rear walls can all work, subject to consent, and we check the options on the survey. This is general information, not legal advice.