Insights
Straight answers on cost, planning permission, grants and getting it right first time. No jargon we haven't explained.
Best air conditioning brands in the UK: what to actually compare
Rather than crown a single winner, here's what separates the major brands sold in the UK and the criteria worth comparing them on.
Air conditioning vs heat pump: what's the difference?
The confusing truth: your air conditioning unit almost certainly already is a heat pump. Here's what the terms actually mean.
Is there a government grant for air conditioning in the UK?
The honest answer: the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant doesn't currently cover the reversible air-to-air systems most homes install. Here's why, and what does qualify.
How much does it cost to run air conditioning?
Real running-cost ranges for a bedroom-sized unit, what changes the number, and why heating mode is usually the cheaper surprise.
What size air conditioning unit do you need?
A rule-of-thumb guide to matching room size to kW rating, and why a proper survey still beats any calculator.
How does air conditioning actually work?
The short, plain-English explanation of how a wall-mounted air conditioning unit cools (and heats) your home.
Air conditioning servicing: what it involves and why it matters
What an annual air conditioning service actually covers, how long it takes, and why skipping it costs more in the long run.
Do you need planning permission for air conditioning?
In most cases, no, but listed buildings, conservation areas and flats change the answer. Here's how to check.
How much does air conditioning cost in the UK?
A straight breakdown of what a single-room and multi-room air conditioning system actually costs, fitted and inc. VAT.