Prices checked 9 November 2026
What fitting a split aircon costs, as one Johannesburg installer and one Durban supplier publish it.
| Job | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 9,000 BTU split, supplied, installed and commissioned | From R8,000 | KFRCOOL, Johannesburg and Gauteng (2026 prices, valid as of September 2026) |
| 12,000 BTU split, supplied and installed | From R10,000 | KFRCOOL, Johannesburg and Gauteng (2026 prices, valid as of September 2026) |
| Multi-split, 2 indoor units | R18,000 to R32,000 | KFRCOOL, Johannesburg and Gauteng (2026 prices, valid as of September 2026) |
| Standard installation added to a unit bought online | R1,500 (within 30 km of Durban) | Arctic Breeze, Durban (online shop price) |
Arctic Breeze's standard installation covers up to double-storey height, the piping supplied with the unit, 1 m of power cable, brackets, one hole through a brick wall and 3 m of drain pipe; travel beyond 30 km and cantilever brackets (R300) are extra. KFRCOOL's prices include the electrical connection and compliance certificate. VAT basis not stated.
Sources: the businesses named above, as they publish their prices; we checked each one on 9 November 2026. Every pro sets their own price, so use these to set a budget and ask for a written quote. The advice below was first written in July 2024; its old prices have been taken out.
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What kind of a/c system is best for me?
There are generally 3 kinds of Aircon types on the market:
Portable: portable aircon systems are flexible because they can be positioned anywhere with a plug/power outlet. They are nevertheless restricted in their output and typically just sufficient for a smaller single space.
Split systems: the most typical kind of aircon, which include an (internal) head system and (external) condenser/compressor. These systems are available for medium and small applications and are perfect for home use.
Ducted systems: these are incorporated into your house's ceilings or wall cavities, and are created for entire house heating & cooling. They are aesthetically pleasing and are the perfect set-and-forget option for home and business.
What size Air Conditioning system do I require?
Selecting the right size Air Conditioning unit is very important. A too-big system will have an excessive initial investment and selecting a too-small unit will increase the energy cost and lead to the system's premature failure. Here are some factors to consider when selecting what size Aircon is right for you.
The size of your house: The bigger the area that the Aircon needs to cool the larger the aircon will be to cool the space effectively. Multi-storey homes will require multiple units to cool a home.
Ceiling height: plays an important part when determining the size of a required Aircon because the higher the ceiling the larger the volume of the air that needs to be cooled.
Variety of windows: What type of windows and how large windows are will affect the size of the Aircon required. windows can account for up to 40% of a house's heat transfer.
Does my air conditioning installer need to be accredited?
A variety of different tradesmen might be required to install your Airconditioner for you, consisting of devoted ducted a/c installers, certified plumbers like people from Plumbers Network who can set up, keep, and fix piping and ducting, along with certified electrical contractors from GP Electricians who can set up the master control board and any electrical wiring that is needed.
Normally smaller split units can be installed by Refrigeration technicians or electricians without requiring the help of any additional tradesmen.
What will affect your Aircon Installation Price?
A variety of aspects will affect your quote, particularly the
- Type and size of the Aircon
- Quantity of refrigeration piping and other required electrical cable and components.
- Required Ducting if installing a centralized unit
- Electrical Installation upgrades if required.
- How easy it is to access the installation location
Just how much do cooling installers charge?
Once you have selected an aircon you will need to get it installed. Installation cost depends upon numerous elements, including where you live, the a/c you've selected, the number of aircon you're installing and the ease of gaining access to your home and installation location.
Centralized systems are much more complicated to install and take anywhere from 10 hours upwards depending on the size of the installation and how many cooling exits it has.
Getting quotes from cooling installers
It's a good idea to get quotes from numerous service providers before selecting an a/c installer. Once you have received the quotes compare them with each other verifying that they include the same services. If they include the same services and both companies are reputable select the lowest quote.
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