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Average air conditioner unit prices
Average prices are R5,000 and above for a split system. Small portable air conditioners cost between R 2 000 – R3 000+.
High-end aircon’s such as Samsung is very popular and costs start at R 6,000.
Average air conditioning installation prices
Air-conditioning installation costs range between R 1,500 – R 2,000 depending on the type of installation that is required.
The main types of aircon are:
#1 Split systems
Usually, occupy a window or wall in the room. The outdoor unit connects to an indoor cooling/heating unit, which is installed inside your home. This allows cool air to move into your space from outdoors even when there’s no way for hot air to leave. In addition, because the compressor and evaporator coil are housed independently, they can be used separately so that different rooms within a house can be set to different temperatures at different times during the day. Most split systems now allow both cooling and heating outputs as well as dehumidification if required.
#2 Portable air conditioners
These units can be moved easily from one room to another, and many can connect to a window kit so that they don’t require permanent installation. A portable AC is for people who live in apartments, small homes, or renting a property with no permanent installation possibility. They can be easily moved around as needed but are generally quite inefficient compared to split systems.
#3 Ducted Ac
Ducted Air-conditioning is an effective, economical means for cooling multiple rooms without having split them off into individual zones. In this system, there’s no need for separate units in each room — instead, you have a single outdoor unit (and possibly also an indoor “blower” fan) at one end of a pipe-like conduit along which cool air travels from the outside to your various rooms via U or V-shaped pipes fitted into walls or ceilings. Ducted air-conditioning is often used for businesses, homes, and schools.
Looking for a specific brand?
Samsung Split systems are the most popular in SA. They are reliable, have excellent service and parts backup from Samsung. The best part is that they never need repairs since they are all digital, unlike many other brands.
Other brands that are available in South Africa include:
- Mitsubishi
- Daikin
- Panasonic
- LG
- Carrier
- Toshiba
- Fujitsu
- Alliance Air
Here’s how to check what size aircon you need for your room
First of all, you need to know what size of unit you need. If you are planning on using it a lot then go for an efficient one such as the ones mentioned above.
Most people are confused by BTU (British Thermal Units), but this is really easy to understand. All new AC’s have labels that clearly state their tonnage, so if you know what size room you want to cool, all you need to do is look at the label and match your room with the correct unit.
Here’s a list that might be useful, but always check with a certified installer first!
– Room size: 18m² minimum – 9,000 BTU
– Room size: 25m² minimum – 12,000 BTU
– Room size: 36m² minimum – 18,000 BTU
– Room size: 50m² minimum – 24,000 BTU
– Room size: 60m² minimum – 30,000 BTU
– Room size: 72m² minimum – 36,000 BTU
– Room size: 96m² minimum – 48,000 BTU
– Room size: 120m² minimum – 60,000 BTU
How much electricity an aircon use in South Africa
You can use an energy meter to check how much electricity is being used while the machine is running. This way, you get a fair idea of how much it costs per hour, and as a result can also tailor the usage time accordingly while still ensuring that this cools your living space comfortably.
Just send us a PM with the size of room, how many hours per day you would like it running and we’ll give you a very good estimate 🙂
You will also need to budget for future repairs/servicing – because no matter what brand you buy, they all need some love at one stage or another!
TIP – Always buy the best aircon system that your budget allows for! That is why it’s great to compare aircon specials.
Benefits of buying a good quality airconditioning system include:
- More energy-efficient systems which reduce your power bill
- Your aircon will last longer
- It will have a better warranty
- Servicing & repairs should be less
- Your unit will be more reliable in the long run
- Your aircon will most likely be quieter – This is really important when you have thin walls. It might be noisy at times and disruptive for any other neighbours.
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