Split System Installation Ultimo
Student apartments and family terraces beside the universities.
iNext Air Conditioning Sydney installs, repairs and services the full range of air conditioning systems in Ultimo — from ducted whole-home systems and split systems to multi-head setups and commercial HVAC. Our technicians are in the Inner City every week, so quotes are fast and installs are scheduled to suit you.
Why Ultimo homes choose iNext
- Split System Installation in Ultimo — free on-site quotes with fixed written pricing
- Licensed & insured technicians working across the Inner City every week
- Typical Sydney cost: $1,500–$3,500 fully installed
- Workmanship warranty plus manufacturer warranty on every Ultimo job
Is Split System Installation right for your Ultimo home?
Student apartments and family terraces beside the universities — and that housing mix shapes the right system choice. Typical Sydney cost: $1,500–$3,500 fully installed
During your free quote we assess the things that actually determine comfort and running cost in Ultimo: room sizes and ceiling heights, insulation, window orientation, roof space and your household's daily routine. The system we recommend is the one that fits those facts — backed by fixed written pricing and a workmanship warranty.
What affects the price in Ultimo
- Two Ultimo homes with identical floor areas can price thousands of dollars apart for split system installation — the difference is usually zoning, access and electrical work. Multi-zone ducting, two-storey pipe runs and switchboard upgrades all add labour and materials.
- We itemise all of it on your free written quote, so you can see exactly where every dollar goes and adjust the scope to suit your budget before committing.
Local conditions in the Inner City
- Inner-city properties bring their own installation realities: strata approval processes, limited outdoor-unit placement on balconies and facades, and noise rules that matter when your condenser sits a metre from the neighbour's bedroom window. We plan every inner-city job around those constraints from the start, so there are no surprises after the quote.
- Apartments and terraces in this part of Sydney also tend to have less roof and wall cavity space than suburban homes, which makes correct system selection critical — a unit that's even slightly oversized short-cycles, wears early and never properly dehumidifies.
Our Split System Installation process in Ultimo
Free on-site assessment
We visit your Ultimo property, measure rooms, check roof space, switchboard and access, and talk through how you use the home.
Design & fixed quote
You receive a system design matched to your home and a fixed written price — itemised, valid for 30 days, no obligation.
Professional installation
Licensed, insured technicians complete the install — most Ultimo jobs run one to two days — with drop sheets, tidy work and full clean-up.
Handover & support
We commission the system, walk you through the controls and zoning, and remain a phone call away for warranty and servicing support.
What is a split system air conditioner?
A split system has two units: an indoor head mounted on your wall and an outdoor compressor connected by refrigerant pipework and cabling through a small hole in the wall. Modern splits are reverse-cycle, so they heat in winter as well as cool in summer — and they’re the most energy-efficient form of electric heating available.
They’re ideal for bedrooms, living rooms, home offices, apartments and granny flats — anywhere you need fast, quiet climate control for one space.
How much does split system installation cost in Ultimo?
Two things set the price: the unit itself (capacity and brand tier) and the installation complexity. A “back-to-back” install — where the outdoor unit sits directly behind the indoor unit on the other side of the wall — is the cheapest and most common. Longer pipe runs, two-storey walls, or roof-mounted outdoor units add labour and materials. The table below shows typical fully-installed ranges.
Common Split System Installation jobs in Ultimo
- System pressure-tested, vacuumed and commissioned
- Full demonstration of the remote, Wi-Fi app setup if applicable, and all packaging removed
- Small bedroom or study (10–20m²): 2.0–2.5kW
- Large bedroom or small lounge (20–30m²): 3.5kW
- Medium living room (30–45m²): 5.0–6.0kW
Brands we work with
We're brand-independent, which means the recommendation you get in Ultimo is based on what suits your home and budget — not a supplier deal. Across the Inner City we install, repair and service Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric, Fujitsu, ActronAir, LG, Samsung, Panasonic and Carrier, and we'll tell you honestly which tier your job actually needs.
Availability in Ultimo
Our vans are in the Inner City most days of the week, which keeps response times in Ultimo short. Quote visits are usually available within a few days, installations are scheduled at a time that suits your household — including weekends — and urgent repairs are prioritised seven days. Booking takes one phone call or a 30-second form, and every split system installation quote in Ultimo is free.
Split system prices in Sydney (2026 guide)
Typical fully-installed ranges for a standard back-to-back installation, including GST:
| Item | Typical price |
|---|---|
| 2.5kW split system (bedroom) | $1,500 – $2,200 |
| 3.5kW split system (large bedroom / small lounge) | $1,800 – $2,600 |
| 5.0–6.0kW split system (living room) | $2,200 – $3,000 |
| 7.0–8.0kW split system (open plan) | $2,800 – $3,500+ |
| Complex install (long pipe run / 2nd storey) | +$200 – $600 |
Guide ranges only — your free on-site quote gives you a fixed price before any work begins.
Frequently asked questions
How much does split system installation cost in Ultimo?
Pricing in Ultimo follows our standard Sydney rates. The exact cost depends on your home and the scope of work, which is why every Ultimo quote is free, on-site and fixed in writing before work begins.
Do you service Ultimo for split system installation?
Yes — Ultimo is fully covered by our local technicians, with the same licensing, insurance and workmanship warranty we bring to every Sydney job.
How quickly can you attend in Ultimo?
Quotes are usually booked within days, and urgent repairs in Ultimo are prioritised 7 days a week.
Which brands do you work with in Ultimo?
All major brands — Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric, Fujitsu, ActronAir, LG, Samsung, Panasonic and Carrier — installed, repaired and serviced across Ultimo.
What size system does a typical Ultimo home need?
It depends on room sizes, insulation, ceiling height and window orientation — floor area alone is a poor guide. A typical Ultimo bedroom needs around 2.5kW, living areas 5–8kW, and whole-home ducted systems range from 10–20kW+. We calculate the exact heat load during your free quote.
Are your technicians licensed to work in Ultimo?
Yes — every iNext technician is fully licensed (including ARC refrigerant handling), insured and experienced across the Inner City. All installation workmanship is backed by our warranty, and manufacturer warranties are registered on your behalf.
Can you remove my old system at my Ultimo property?
Yes — decommissioning and responsible disposal of old units, including refrigerant recovery to ARC standards, is included in every replacement quote. We take the old system away and leave the site clean.
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Free on-site quotes across Sydney — call iNext Air Conditioning on 0426 499 802.