All About Air Conditioners for Loft Conversions
Loft conversions are commonplace across the UK and in terms of temperature they are the most extreme rooms in the home. They are either boiling hot in the summer or freezing cold in the winter. Fortunately, having an air conditioner installed in the loft completely solves this age old problem. Not only do air conditioners provide effective cooling they are also extremely efficient heaters.
We only install the best quality air conditioners that can deal with the temperature extremes of the loft. Every unit we install is ‘whisper quiet’ so if the conversion is an office or bedroom you can work or sleep in peace!
We provide a free site survey no matter how big or small the installation. All surveys are carried out by our experienced air conditioning surveyors who can quickly advise on the ideal AC unit for your loft.
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SINGLE SPLIT?
Single-Split Air Conditioners.
If you are only looking to cool your loft conversion then 95% of installs use Single-Split Air Conditioners. They are the simplest and most cost-effective option available. They have one internal cooling unit and one external condenser box (as shown in the image above).
The more single-splits you install the more external condensers you require. If you are looking to install multiple units throughout your house and external space is at a premium then you may want to consider a multi-split system.
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MULTI SPLIT?
Multi-Split Air Conditioners
If you are looking to cool more than one room then a Multi-Split Air Conditioning System is often the best option. The reason for this is that you can have multiple internal units with only one external condenser box. This often helps with planning permission and also aesthetic appearance.
If your local council refuse planning permission then a water-cooled air conditioning system is the ideal solution.
Ideal Systems for Loft Conversions: Low Wall-Mounted Air Conditioners
The majority of lofts have pitched roofs, and do not have many full-sized walls; in these cases, we sometimes need to recommend specialist AC units.
Low wall mounted air conditioners are ideal for loft conversions insofar that they are placed at a low level on the wall which usually solves the problem of the sloping or low ceiling. They are more expensive than traditional high wall units, but customers often choose them because, like radiators, they are placed out of their line of sight. One unit is usually sufficient to provide both cooling and heating to a loft, but very large loft areas might require two units (e.g. when the loft of a five bedroom house has been converted).
Our surveyors will take the layout of the room into consideration when choosing a location for the air conditioner in order for you to get the most effective cooling/heating.
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SINGLE SPLIT?
Single-Split Air Conditioners.
If you are only looking to cool your loft conversion then 95% of installs use Single-Split Air Conditioners. They are the simplest and most cost-effective option available. They have one internal cooling unit and one external condenser box (as shown in the image above).
The more single-splits you install the more external condensers you require. If you are looking to install multiple units throughout your house and external space is at a premium then you may want to consider a multi-split system.
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MULTI SPLIT?
Multi-Split Air Conditioners
If you are looking to cool more than one room then a Multi-Split Air Conditioning System is often the best option. The reason for this is that you can have multiple internal units with only one external condenser box. This often helps with planning permission and also aesthetic appearance.
If your local council refuse planning permission then a water-cooled air conditioning system is the ideal solution.
Wall-Mounted Air Conditioners for Lofts
Wall mounted air conditioners can also be used in lofts which have higher ceilings or at least one taller wall. They are cheaper than other air conditioners and, like their low-wall counterparts, they are also easy to retrofit in rooms without the need for redecoration. They are long, thin and placed at a high level on the wall.
There are also premium models of wall units (like the Gree Moda, Daikin Emura and Mitsubishi Zen units). They are a little more expensive; however, they are superb looking units.
Our surveyors will happily talk you through all the options available to ensure you get exactly what you are looking for.
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