Aircon Installation in Hobart

A back-to-back single split is often a half-day job; a multi-split takes one to two days; ducted installs run two to four days depending on the ductwork. Long pipe runs, wall chasing and crane access for outdoor units add time.

In Hobart, get three quotes from certified installers, check reviews and refrigerant-handling credentials, and confirm the sizing and electrical scope in writing. The cheapest quote often skips the load calc or the dedicated circuit.

A single split cools one room cheaply. A multi-split runs several indoor heads off one outdoor unit — good for a few rooms without ductwork. Ducted gives even whole-home comfort but costs most and needs ceiling/roof space. Match the choice to how many rooms you actually cool.

Not always. A new unit often needs a dedicated circuit and isolator, which may require a licensed electrician. Confirm whether the quote includes the electrical supply, or whether that's a separate cost you'll arrange yourself.

Expect a manufacturer warranty on the unit (often 5+ years on the compressor if registered) plus an installer's workmanship warranty on the labour and pipework. Poor installation is the main cause of early failures, so the labour warranty matters as much as the unit's.

A single split runs about $1,500-5,000 installed; multi-head systems $5,000-14,000; ducted whole-home from around $9,000. Long pipe runs, second-storey installs and three-phase power push prices up.