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Air Conditioning in Bath
Bath is a World Heritage city, and much of it is made up of Georgian terraces, crescents and townhouses built from Bath stone. Many are listed and the whole city centre is a conservation area. That makes air conditioning possible in many homes, but it needs more planning than usual.
Typical homes and cooling situations in Bath
Top-floor flats and attic rooms in Georgian buildings can get very warm in summer, and these are a common reason people look at cooling. Garden-level flats and rear extensions are often easier, because the outdoor unit can sit out of sight at the back.
Away from the centre, areas such as Larkhall, Weston and Combe Down have more Victorian and 20th-century homes, where installation is usually more straightforward.
Listed buildings and permissions
If your home is listed, you will normally need listed building consent for an outdoor unit, pipework through walls or changes to the front of the building. Conservation area rules also affect what can be seen from the street. Bath and North East Somerset Council handles these applications, and it is best to check with them before buying a system.
We can help by suggesting discreet positions, such as rear walls, basements or flat roofs, and routes that avoid cutting through original features.
Practical points for Bath jobs
- Thick Bath stone walls take longer to core drill, which can affect time and price
- Outdoor units are often best kept at the rear, away from the street
- Parking and access in the centre can be limited, so we may ask about it when booking
- Shared buildings usually need agreement from the freeholder or management company
Services in Bath
We offer air conditioning installation, servicing and repair here, along with the electrical work that goes with it.
Frequently asked questions
Can I fit air conditioning in a listed building in Bath?
Sometimes, but you will normally need listed building consent first. Check with Bath and North East Somerset Council before you buy a system.
Will the outdoor unit be visible from the street?
We aim to place outdoor units at the rear or out of sight where possible, which also helps with conservation area rules.
Do you service existing systems in Bath?
Yes. We service and repair wall-mounted split systems in Bath, whoever installed them.
Get a free quote and site visit
Tell us what you need and add a few photos. We'll come back to you with a fixed price, and can arrange a free site visit if it helps.
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