Air Conditioning Installation Clontarf
Clontarf is where people live and where a lot of peninsula people work. We install air conditioning in bayside homes and in the workshops, offices and showrooms of the industrial area.
Air conditioning installation cost in Clontarf: installation only (your own unit) from $1,120 incl. GST, or a TCL 2.5 kW split supplied & installed from $1,650 incl. GST — no callout fee, with free on-site quotes for ducted and multi-head jobs.
Reviewed by Lee Gundenswager (Lead Electrician, Connex Lic #92217) and Darren Standring (Owner). Last updated 2026-11-06.
Cooling for Clontarf homes and the peninsula's biggest work zone
Western Clontarf holds the largest industrial area in the Redcliffe region, a major local employer right next to established streets.
That mix sets Clontarf apart. On one street we might fit a bedroom split in a family home; a few minutes away, the job is an office above a workshop, a trade counter or a lunchroom that bakes under a metal roof. Industrial units heat up fast in summer, and staff comfort affects productivity and safety. We assess the space, the roof and the heat load from equipment before recommending a system.
Clontarf's housing has deep roots. The Hayes Inlet Estate offered 108 allotments in 1881, and the Clontarf Estate, carved from Dr Ward's sugar plantation, went to auction in September 1882 with a promised steam ferry from Sandgate. The schools came much later: Clontarf Beach State School in 1950 and the state high school in 1964. So homes vary widely in age, and each era comes with its own wiring story.
On the water side, Clontarf faces Bramble Bay at the south-west of the peninsula, the landing point of the Ted Smout Memorial Bridge. Homes near Clontarf Beach, Bells Beach and Pelican Park get bay breeze, so we suggest coil-protected outdoor units there.
Clontarf borders Mango Hill, so we reach both the homes and the industrial area quickly from our base. Also see EV charger installation in Clontarf and Electrician Clontarf.
Workshops and industrial offices
Metal roofs and walls gain heat quickly, and machinery adds more. We size systems to the actual load, consider ceiling height and insulation, and position outdoor units clear of forklifts, roller doors and dust where we can.
Commercial and multi-head systems are quoted after a free site assessment. Many businesses also need a new dedicated circuit, which we can add with RCBO protection.
Working around business hours
We plan the install to suit your trading so disruption is kept low, and we tell you in advance if power must be isolated for any part of the job.
Bayside homes near the bridge
For homes along Bramble Bay we recommend corrosion-resistant fixings and a condenser position out of the direct breeze. A quick rinse between services helps a lot.
Air conditioning services in Clontarf
Residential and light commercial installs on the south-west of the peninsula.
Industrial office and lunchroom cooling
Systems sized for metal-roofed buildings and staff areas. Quoted after a free site assessment.
Home split systems
Bedroom and living area splits for established Clontarf homes.
Circuits and switchboards
New circuits and board upgrades so homes and businesses can carry the extra load.
Planned servicing
Scheduled cleaning for dusty workshop environments and salt-exposed homes.
More we install and fix in Clontarf
- Multi-head systems for small offices
- Showroom and trade counter cooling
- Server and comms room cooling advice
- Dedicated circuits with RCBO protection
- Replacement of failed or noisy units
- Back-to-back home installs
- Certificate of compliance for your records
Clontarf air conditioning installation costs
Homes start at our standard prices; commercial spaces are quoted after we see the site.
A TCL 2.5 kW split supplied and installed starts from $1,650 incl. GST, and installation only for a standard back-to-back split starts from $1,120 incl. GST. Commercial, multi-head, up-and-over and longer pipe-run installs are quoted after a free assessment, and additional costs may apply for non-standard installs.
Our installation cost guide explains what moves the price for both homes and small businesses.
| Common Clontarf AC jobs | Price (incl. GST) |
|---|---|
| TCL 2.5 kW split, supply and install (standard) | From $1,650 |
| Split system, installation only (back-to-back) | From $1,120 |
| Industrial office or lunchroom system | Quoted after free assessment |
| Multi-head system | Quoted after free assessment |
| New circuit RCBO / safety switch | $180 to $400 |
| Switchboard upgrade | $1,320 to $3,850 |
Confirmed in writing before work starts. See all prices.
How we deliver in Clontarf
Site assessment
We measure the space, check the roof, insulation and equipment heat, and inspect the board.
Written proposal
Unit options, location and a price that includes GST, ready for you or your manager to approve.
Install around you
Scheduled to suit trading hours or family routines, with the site left clean.
Commission and certify
Full testing, a certificate of compliance and a recommended service interval.
Staff sweltering in a Clontarf workshop?
Call for a free site assessment for your business or home.
Why Clontarf homes and businesses choose Connex
Next door
Clontarf shares a border with our Mango Hill base.
Commercial know-how
We understand metal buildings, equipment heat and trading-hour scheduling.
Electrical and refrigeration
Licence #92217 and ARC #AU42842, so circuits and gas work are handled by one team.
Insured for business sites
$20M public liability cover on every job.
GST-inclusive prices
Clear figures for home owners and business owners alike.
Proven since 2014
5,000+ customers and 5.0 stars on Google.
Clontarf air conditioning FAQs
Can you air condition an office inside a Clontarf industrial unit?
Yes. We assess the office size, roof and insulation, then recommend a split or multi-head system. Commercial jobs are quoted after a free site visit.
Can the install be done outside our business hours?
We plan installs to keep disruption low and discuss timing when booking. Let us know your trading hours and any power-sensitive equipment.
Does a workshop need a different air conditioner to a house?
Often it needs more capacity and a tougher outdoor location. Dust, heat from machinery and high ceilings all change the sizing. We calculate the load on site.
Will my business need a new circuit for air conditioning?
Most new systems need a dedicated circuit. An RCBO for a new circuit costs $180 to $400 incl. GST, and we check your board capacity first.
My Clontarf home faces Bramble Bay. What should I choose?
A unit with a protected coil, mounted on stainless or galvanised brackets, ideally on the less exposed side of the house. Regular servicing helps it last.
How often should a workshop air conditioner be serviced?
Dusty environments clog filters faster, so more frequent cleaning is wise. See how often to service an air conditioner for a guide.
Suburbs near Clontarf we service
From Bramble Bay across the peninsula and over to the mainland side.
Book air conditioning in Clontarf
Call 0474 207 609 for a free quote for your home or workplace. Every price includes GST.
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