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Top 10 Air Conditioning & Heating
in Clayton South, Melbourne

TradeRefer lists 4 air conditioning & heating businesses in Clayton South with an average Google rating of 3.8 across 153 reviews. The businesses below are ranked from highest to lowest rating — all ABN-checked and community-recommended.

Typical cost in Clayton South: $600–$2500 installed

Ranked #2026

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3.8★ Avg Rating

153 reviews

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Top 4 Air Conditioning & Heating in Clayton South — Ranked by Rating

Sorted by public Google rating, highest first. All ABN-checked.

#1
Top Rated 2026
360 Heating and Cooling Specialist
Air Conditioning & Heating ABN checked

360 Heating and Cooling Specialist

Looking for the best heating and cooling company in Melbourne? We provide reliable, energy-efficient solutions tailored to your needs. Call us for a free qoute

4.9(45 reviews)
Clayton South
#2
Cowan Air
Air Conditioning & Heating ABN checked

Cowan Air

Looking for commercial and industrial air conditioning servicing / repair and maintenance in Melbourne? Contact Cowan Air today.

4.7(30 reviews)
Clayton South
#3
AAD: Australian Airconditioning Distributors (Clayton)
Air Conditioning & Heating ABN checked

AAD: Australian Airconditioning Distributors (Clayton)

One of Australia's largest wholesale distributors of HVAC, heating, ventilation, air conditioning units, components, systems and supplies across Australia.

3.2(22 reviews)
Clayton South
#4
ActronAir
Air Conditioning & Heating ABN checked

ActronAir

ActronAir is a proudly Australian company recognised for making world-class air conditioners. Enjoy better efficiency & more reliability with Actron Air today

2.5(56 reviews)
Clayton South

How Much Do Air Conditioning & Heating Cost in Clayton South?

Based on Victoria industry rates. Always get 2–3 written quotes.

Typical Range

$600–$2500

installed

After-Hours

$3750

Emergency callout

Avg Hourly

$1550

Clayton South market

Estimates only. Always request a written quote before authorising work.

Air Conditioning & Heating Licensing in Victoria

In Victoria, refrigerant handling requires an ARC (Australian Refrigeration Council) licence. Electrical connections must be made by a licensed electrician registered with Energy Safe Victoria.

How to Choose the Best Air Conditioning & Heating in Clayton South

A checklist before hiring any air conditioning & heating in Clayton South, Melbourne.

  1. 1

    Confirm they are a licensed refrigerant handling contractor (ARC licence) — required by law for any work on refrigerant-based systems.

  2. 2

    Ask whether they service all major brands or are aligned with one manufacturer — brand-agnostic technicians often provide more objective advice.

  3. 3

    Get a written quote that specifies the exact make, model, capacity (kW), star rating, and warranty of any unit being installed.

  4. 4

    For ducted systems, ask for a room-by-room heat load calculation — undersized systems run continuously and fail early.

  5. 5

    Confirm the quote includes the disconnect/reconnect of power and any required electrician attendance, which is a separate cost with some operators.

FAQs — Air Conditioning & Heating in Clayton South, Melbourne

How much does ducted air conditioning cost to install in Australia?

Ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning typically costs $6,000–$15,000 installed for a standard 3–4 bedroom home, depending on the number of zones, brand, and access difficulty. Split systems cost $800–$3,500 installed per unit.

What size air conditioner do I need for my room?

A rough guide: 1kW per 10m² for standard rooms. A 20m² bedroom needs ~2–2.5kW, a 40m² open plan needs ~4–5kW. A qualified HVAC technician will perform a proper load calculation accounting for insulation, ceiling height, and sun exposure.

How often should air conditioning be serviced?

Residential split systems should be serviced annually — clean filters, check refrigerant, inspect coils and drainage. Ducted systems and commercial units need servicing every 6–12 months depending on usage. Regular servicing extends lifespan and maintains energy efficiency.

What is a reverse-cycle air conditioner?

A reverse-cycle air conditioner provides both cooling in summer and heating in winter using a heat pump. It's the most energy-efficient heating option for most Australian climates, and is 3–5x more efficient than electric resistance heaters.

How long does a split system air conditioner last?

A quality split system air conditioner lasts 10–15 years with annual servicing. Inverter models tend to outlast fixed-speed units. Brands like Daikin, Mitsubishi, and Fujitsu generally have strong reliability records in Australian conditions.

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