Air Conditioning - Installation and Service

Installation and servicing of air conditioners is a specialised trade profession, requiring training and qualification to be fully licenced for operation in Australia. Some suppliers of air conditioning systems will also provide installation and maintenance services, however most installation and service is carried out by dedicated operators.

Air conditioning installation and services businesses will be able to provide qualified refrigeration, air conditioning, mechanical and even boiler technicians. Some businesses will specialise in domestic or commercial installation, however the majority will work across all sectors. Some air conditioning installation and services businesses will represent a single, often high-profile brand of air conditioner and may be a recommended installer for the brand. Some air conditioning installation and services businesses will be able to provide an extended or specialist range of services such as fire detection systems, control systems and upgrades, quality assurance of new and existing systems, essential services inspection and testing, and engineering and design services.

Air conditioning and refrigeration mechanics are trade qualified to assemble, install, maintain and repair industrial, commercial and domestic air conditioning and refrigeration systems and equipment. In addition, any person who handles refrigerant gases where there is a risk of emission (either ozone depleting substances or synthetic greenhouse gases) will require a national Refrigerant Handling Licence. Always ensure that you deal with a properly qualified and licenced air conditioning and refrigeration mechanic.