Air conditioning for a private house: splits, multi-split, ducted
We plan air conditioning for a private house at the construction stage: we calculate heat gains room by room, choose splits, a multi-split, ducted units or VRF, and lay copper runs, drains and power before finishing. By the sea outdoor units get salt protection and stainless brackets. A 12 000 BTU inverter air conditioner installed from 2 100 ₾.
from 2 100 ₾/pc12 000 BTU inverter split installed with up to 3 m of pipe run. The final price is confirmed once agreed.
- Timeline: air conditioning for a 150 m² house usually takes 1–2 weeks: pipe runs before finishing, units after
- Warranty: Air conditioner installation carries a 2-year warranty
Who it’s for
You are building a house and want air conditioning laid before finishing
A living room with panoramic windows overheats in summer
You do not want trunking on walls and units all over the facade
A guest house where each room needs its own air conditioner
Old air conditioners are noisy, leak and cool poorly
What’s included
- heat gain calculation by room
- choice of system and unit positions
- insulated copper pipe runs
- drain with a trap into the sewer
- separate power circuits
- installation of indoor and outdoor units
- evacuation, pressure check, start-up
- instructions and a service schedule
Air conditioning for a private house: the systems available
Summer in Batumi is hot and humid, and air conditioning for a private house here runs for several months in a row. We choose the system by floor area, number of rooms and how you want it to look: units on the walls, grilles in the ceiling or one outdoor unit for the whole house.
| System | What it looks like | When it fits |
|---|---|---|
| Split systems | A wall unit in each room, each with its own outdoor unit | A small house, guest rooms |
| Multi-split | Several indoor units on one outdoor unit | 2–5 rooms, little space for outdoor units |
| Ducted air conditioners | Grilles in the ceiling, the unit hidden above it | Living room, bedrooms with a suspended ceiling |
| VRF system | One outdoor unit and many indoor units of any type | A large house, villa, hotel |
Large houses and hotels have a separate VRF systems page.
Pipe runs laid during construction
The most common mistake is to install air conditioners after the renovation: then pipe runs go in trunking along the walls and the drain drips down the facade. During construction we lay insulated copper runs, a drain with a trap into the sewer and a separate power circuit to each unit position. We choose outdoor unit positions straight away: on balconies, the roof or behind decorative screens, so that the facade does not turn into a display of boxes.
Sizing
We calculate output from each room's heat gain: area and height, orientation, glazed area, a roof above the room, number of people and appliances. A living room with a panoramic window facing south-west needs noticeably more than a north-facing bedroom of the same size. We use only inverter models: they vary their output smoothly, run quieter and use less. An inverter air conditioner also heats, and in Batumi's mild winter it often copes with heating guest rooms.
Outdoor units by the sea
- units with a protective heat exchanger coating for houses by the sea;
- brackets and fixings in stainless steel;
- a position with less spray and driving rain;
- access for the technician without rope access;
- noise and hot air not directed into neighbours' windows or onto the terrace.
Dehumidifying and ventilation
In cooling mode an air conditioner dries the air as a side effect, and dry mode does so with almost no cooling. But it does not provide fresh air: that is the job of ventilation. In an airtight house we combine air conditioners with a supply and extract system, see the ventilation and heat recovery page. If you need one system for heating and cooling with underfloor heating, see heat pumps.
Maintenance
Indoor unit filters are washed every month or two in season, and a full clean including washing the outdoor unit is done once or twice a year. By the sea the outdoor unit is rinsed with fresh water more often. Cleaning and servicing air conditioners in apartments is covered on the air conditioner installation page.
How much air conditioning a house costs
A 12 000 BTU inverter air conditioner installed costs from 2 100 ₾, a 24 000 BTU unit from 3 090 ₾. A multi-split for 2–3 rooms installed from 8 100 ₾, a ducted air conditioner with ductwork from 8 400 ₾. Laying a pipe run during construction from 480 ₾ per unit, an extra metre of pipe run from 72 ₾, an air conditioner clean from 145 ₾. The final cost is set after the heat gain calculation and an agreed estimate.
Stages and timelines
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Calculation
2–5 days
Heat gain by room, system type, unit positions.
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Pipe runs
3–7 days
Copper, drain, cable in walls and ceilings before finishing.
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Unit installation
2–5 days
Indoor and outdoor units after finishing.
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Start-up
1–2 days
Pressure test, vacuum, charging, operation check.
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Handover
1 day
Remotes, app, cleaning schedule for the owner.
Local specifics in Batumi
Summer in Batumi adds humidity to the heat, and comfort often depends not on temperature but on how dry the air is. We set air conditioners to keep a moderate temperature and dry the air rather than chill a room until someone catches cold. In bedrooms we fit quiet models and direct the airflow away from the bed.
Outdoor units by the sea quickly get coated in salt, and without protection the heat exchanger rusts and loses output within a few years. So for houses near the shore we choose models with an anti-corrosion coating, place them in sheltered spots and include fresh-water rinsing in the service schedule.
Materials and brands
Inverter split systems, multi-splits, ducted and cassette air conditioners with an official warranty in Georgia, models with a protective heat exchanger coating for houses by the sea. Insulated copper pipes, drain pipes with traps and condensate pumps for units below the drain level. Stainless steel brackets and fixings, anti-vibration mounts, decorative screens for outdoor units.
What makes up the cost
Timeline: air conditioning for a 150 m² house usually takes 1–2 weeks: pipe runs before finishing, units after
- output and equipment manufacturer
What raises the cost
- ducted air conditioners and suspended ceilings
- long pipe runs and units on the roof
- models with corrosion protection
- many rooms with individual units
What lowers the cost
- pipe runs laid during construction
- splits in a small house
We prepare the exact estimate from measurements and photos. It’s free and comes with no obligation.
Get an estimateGuarantees
Air conditioner installation carries a 2-year warranty. Concealed pipe runs in walls carry a 5-year warranty. The manufacturer's warranty covers the equipment, and the pipe run drawing and photos before covering go into the building file.
Questions and answers
How much does air conditioning for a private house cost?
A 12 000 BTU inverter air conditioner installed costs from 2 100 ₾, a multi-split for 2–3 rooms from 8 100 ₾, a ducted air conditioner with ductwork from 8 400 ₾. Laying a pipe run during construction from 480 ₾ per unit. The final cost is set after the calculation and an agreed estimate.
When should air conditioner pipe runs be laid?
Before plastering and suspended ceilings. Then copper, drain and cable go into the walls, and after the renovation all that is left is to hang the units. If air conditioners are fitted after the renovation, pipe runs have to go in trunking along the walls or be chased into the finished surfaces.
Which is better, splits or a multi-split?
Splits are more reliable: if one fails, the others keep working, and each can be replaced separately. A multi-split is handy when there is little space for outdoor units, but if the outdoor unit fails, every room is left without cooling. For a large house VRF is often better value.
Can an air conditioner heat the house in winter?
An inverter air conditioner is an air-to-air heat pump, and in Batumi's mild winter it heats rooms well. For guest rooms and small houses it is often enough. It will not replace underfloor heating or hot water; for that you need an air-to-water pump or a boiler.
How often should an air conditioner be cleaned?
Indoor unit filters are washed every month or two in season, and you can do that yourself. A full clean with washing of the heat exchanger and outdoor unit is done once or twice a year. By the sea we rinse the outdoor unit with fresh water more often, otherwise salt eats away the fins.
Further reading
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