HVAC estimator
Get an instant ballpark estimate for your air conditioning project. Answer a few questions and we will calculate typical costs based on 2026 Australian market rates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This estimate provides a realistic market price range based on your system type, home size, installation complexity, and current labour costs. It is designed to give you a useful guide, not a final on-site quote. Actual prices may vary depending on your specific property conditions and the contractor you choose.
Prices vary due to several factors including system type (split vs ducted), capacity requirements, number of zones or indoor units, installation complexity, electrical work needed, access difficulty, and contractor overheads. Two quotes for the same home can differ significantly based on these variables.
No. A site inspection is still required for a final quote from an installer. However, this estimate helps you understand what a fair price range looks like before speaking to contractors, so you can evaluate quotes with more confidence.
Every HVAC technician in the Direct network holds a current refrigerant handling licence (ARCtick) and electrical licence where required. We verify credentials and insurance before any installer joins our network.
We operate across all major Australian metro and regional areas including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Gold Coast, Canberra, and surrounding suburbs.
Quotes cover the air conditioning unit, installation labour, electrical work, pipework, mounting brackets, and standard commissioning. Any additional ducting, zoning, or structural modifications are itemised separately.