Comfortable Rooms, Whatever the Weather
Modern homes are increasingly good at holding onto heat, but that can make bedrooms, offices, loft rooms and highly glazed spaces uncomfortable during warmer weather.
Air conditioning gives you greater control over the temperature of individual rooms and can be particularly useful in spaces where overheating regularly becomes a problem.
At Calico, we look at the room, how it is used and how the system will integrate with the wider property rather than simply deciding where a unit can be fitted.
Air Conditioning for Different Rooms & Spaces
Different rooms experience heat in different ways. We can consider air conditioning around where comfort matters most in your home.
Bedroom Air Conditioning
Create a more comfortable sleeping environment during warm nights with temperature control designed around the size and layout of the bedroom.
Living Spaces
Manage temperature in lounges, open-plan spaces and family rooms where large windows, cooking areas or afternoon sun can increase heat levels.
Home Offices
Keep workspaces more comfortable when computers, screens and long working hours increase the temperature of the room.
Loft Rooms
Roof spaces can become particularly warm during summer, making cooling a useful consideration for loft bedrooms and offices.
Extensions & Glazed Rooms
Large areas of glazing can create significant solar gain. Air conditioning can help make extensions and similar spaces more comfortable during warmer periods.
Multi-Room Systems
Where several rooms need climate control, a wider system can be considered rather than treating every room as a completely separate installation.
The Best Installation Is Considered Early
Air conditioning involves more than choosing an indoor unit. The position of indoor and outdoor equipment, pipe routes, drainage, power supplies and the finished appearance of the room all need consideration.
During a renovation or extension, planning the system early can provide more opportunities to conceal or neatly integrate services.
Calico can coordinate those requirements with the wider building, electrical, decorating and finishing work.
The Right System Depends on the Room
The best solution depends on more than floor area. Orientation, glazing, insulation and how the room is used all affect how much cooling may be required.
The dimensions and volume of the room help determine the capacity required.
South-facing rooms and large glazed areas can experience very different heat loads from shaded rooms.
Roof, wall and glazing performance influence how quickly a room gains or loses heat.
The indoor unit should distribute air effectively without creating an uncomfortable direct draught across seating or beds.
Location needs to consider appearance, access, airflow and the relationship with neighbours and surrounding areas.
Both internal comfort and the impact of external equipment should be considered during planning.
From Hot Room to Better Climate Control
We start by understanding which rooms are uncomfortable and how they are used before the appropriate system is selected.
Understand
We discuss the rooms involved, when overheating occurs and what you want the system to achieve.
Assess & Plan
Room size, glazing, unit positions, service routes and outdoor-unit locations are considered.
Coordinate
Electrical supplies, pipe routes, drainage and any associated building or finishing work are planned together.
Install & Finish
The system is installed by the appropriate specialists and integrated with the finished room.
Comfort Without Compromising the Room
A thoughtfully planned installation can provide the comfort you need while keeping pipework, services and equipment as unobtrusive as practical.
Before 
After A System That Works With the Home
The quality of an air-conditioning project is not only about cooling. The practical details surrounding the installation matter too.
We Consider the Room Around the System
Air conditioning should improve the room rather than create another problem for you to work around.
Our wider building and renovation experience means we can think about pipe routes, power, boxing, decoration and the final appearance alongside the specialist installation itself.
We coordinate the appropriate qualified trades while keeping the overall room and project in view.
Air Conditioning Across Hampshire
Calico is based on Hayling Island and coordinates home air-conditioning projects throughout Hampshire and surrounding areas.
Hayling Island • Havant • Portsmouth • Southsea • Emsworth • Waterlooville • Chichester • Fareham • Petersfield • Southampton
If your location is not listed, please still get in touch. The distance we travel can vary depending on the scale and nature of the project.
Air Conditioning FAQs
Can you install air conditioning in my home?
Yes. Calico can coordinate domestic air-conditioning installations as standalone projects or alongside wider renovations, with specialist regulated work carried out by appropriately qualified engineers.
Which rooms can have air conditioning?
Common locations include bedrooms, living rooms, home offices, loft rooms, extensions, garden offices and other spaces where temperature control would improve comfort.
Can one system cool several rooms?
Potentially, yes. Multi-room systems are available, although the best approach depends on the property, number of rooms and how independently you want to control them.
Can air conditioning also provide heating?
Many modern systems can provide both cooling and heating. The suitability and performance of a particular system should be considered around the room and wider property.
Is air conditioning noisy?
Modern equipment can operate relatively quietly, but noise levels vary by system and installation. Indoor and outdoor unit positions should both be considered carefully.
Where does the outdoor unit go?
The position depends on the property and installation. Airflow, access, visual impact, service routes and the effect on surrounding areas all need consideration.
Do you need to make holes in the walls?
Air-conditioning installations normally require routes for refrigerant pipework, electrical connections and drainage between indoor and outdoor equipment. We aim to plan these routes as neatly as practical.
Can you hide the pipework?
Depending on the room and project, there may be options to conceal or box in parts of the service route. Planning the system during a renovation often provides more flexibility.
Does air conditioning need servicing?
Air-conditioning systems require appropriate maintenance to keep them operating properly. The servicing requirements depend on the equipment and manufacturer's guidance.
Do air-conditioning installers need specialist qualifications?
Yes. Work involving refrigerants is regulated and must be carried out by appropriately qualified personnel. Where this forms part of a Calico project, the relevant specialist is coordinated as part of the wider work.
Which Room Becomes Uncomfortable First?
A hot bedroom, glazed extension, loft room or home office does not necessarily have to stay that way every summer.
Talk to Calico about the rooms you want to make more comfortable and we'll help you explore the practical options for integrating air conditioning into your home.
Discuss Your Air Conditioning