Reversible Air Conditioning Installation in Paris — Price, Help and Step: Complete Guide
Summers in Paris are becoming hot. Sleeping under zinc roofs or working in a glass office is becoming an ordeal. TEAReversible air conditioning installation (Air-Air Heat Pump) is no longer a luxury, it is an investment in comfort and real estate valuation.
But in Paris, installing air conditioning is not as easy as in a single-family home. Condominium, urban planning, noise, technical choice... Network tubing, your plumber-heating expert, guides you step by step to successfully complete your project without mistakes.
Why choose Reversible Air Conditioning (Air/Air PAC)?
This system is “2 in 1". It produces cold in summer and heating in winter.
1. Massive Energy Savings
That is argument number 1. Unlike an electric heater that consumes 1kWh to produce 1kWh of heat, a reversible air conditioning restores between 3 and 4 kWh of heat for 1 kWh consumed (this is the COP: Coefficient of Performance). Result: You divide your heating bill by 3 or 4.
2. Immediate comfort
The temperature rise (or fall) is very rapid, ideal for urban lifestyles where you want comfort as soon as you get home from work.
Technical Solutions Adapted to Parisian Apartments
In Paris, the main constraint is: “Where to put the outdoor unit?” Here are the scenarios:
The Mono-Split (1 outdoor unit + 1 indoor unit)
Ideal for air conditioning a living room or a large bedroom. The outdoor unit is placed on a balcony, a terrace, or fixed to the facade (if authorized).
The Multi-Split (1 outdoor unit + several indoor units)
To equip the entire apartment (Living Room + Bedrooms). A single unit outside manages everything. This reduces the clutter on the balcony.
Air Conditioning Without External Unit (Monoblock)
It is THE “special Paris” solution when the trustee or the town hall refuses the external unit. It's all in the machine inside. Simply drill two 16cm holes in the wall overlooking the street for air inlet and outlet. It's discreet (just two grids on the front) and often doesn't require complex tuning.
The Administrative Obstacle Course (And How We Help You)
This is where a lot of projects fail. Here are the rules in Paris:
1. Vote in the General Assembly (GA)
If you touch on the exterior of the building (installation on the facade, on a visible balcony, or drilling a load-bearing wall), you Must Obtain the agreement of the condominium.
- Network Advice Tubing: Never present a vague project in GA. We provide you with a complete technical file (photos, technical sheet, decibels, integration plan) to reassure your neighbors.
2. Prior Declaration at the Town Hall (DP)
In Paris, any facade modification requires a declaration to the urban planning department. The investigation period is one month (sometimes longer in areas classified as Buildings of France).
3. The Noise Question
The Public Health Code punishes “neighborhood noises.” We exclusively select premium brands (Daikin, Mitsubishi, Toshiba) whose outdoor units are ultra-quiet (less than 45-50dB), so that you stay on good terms with your neighbors.
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How much does it cost to set up in Paris?
The price varies, but transparency is our rule. Here are average ranges (premium material + installation + commissioning):
- Mono-split wall (2.5kW): Between €1,800 and €2,500 including VAT.
- Multi-split (bi-split - 2 rooms): Between €3,500 and €4,500 including VAT.
- Air conditioning without external group: Between €2,500 and €3,500 including VAT (the equipment is more expensive).
Beware of quotes that are too low: they often hide a botched installation (future gas leak) or noisy equipment.
Financial Aid
Air/Air heat pumps are eligible for Energy Saving Certificates (CEE) “Boost” bonus, but no longer for MaPrimeRénov '(reserved for Air/Water PACs). However, VAT can be reduced to 10% on labor if the home is more than 2 years old.
Why choose Manifold Network for your Air Conditioning?
Air conditioning installation is a highly technical and regulated profession.
- Capacity Certificate: We have the mandatory certification to handle refrigerants. Without this document, the installation is illegal and the manufacturer's warranty is void.
- Careful work (“Luxury” finish): In Paris, the interiors are neat. We don't leave unsightly plastic trunks lying around. We offer built-in solutions or painted ducts for perfect integration.
- Maintenance: An air conditioning is maintained (filter cleaning, tightness check). We offer the annual maintenance contract as soon as the installation is carried out.
Conclusion: Get ready for summer now
Don't wait for the July heatwave to call us: the deadlines will be long and supplier prices are rising. Winter and spring are the best times to install your air conditioning with peace of mind.
Contact us for a free technical visit and a transparent quote.
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