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AC installation in Belgium

With a new installation the outcome is fixed before the unit is delivered: the output, the position of the units and the route of the lines together decide comfort and noise. The most common mistake is choosing output on floor area alone, without accounting for glazing and orientation. We calculate the load per room, test the positions against airflow and neighbours, and set the route in advance.

AC installation: technician servicing an indoor air-conditioning unit

Our approach

Install with load calculation and a proven circuit

On every new install we follow the same order: load per room, fix positions and route, mount, evacuate and prove tightness, then commission with measured values.

  1. 01

    Calculate load per room

    We record floor area, glazed area, orientation and use, and calculate the load from those. A south-facing room with a lot of glass reaches a different output from a same-sized north room.

  2. 02

    Fix positions and route

    The indoor unit goes where airflow does not arrive directly at seating height, and the outdoor unit with adequate clearances. The line route and condensate drainage are marked out first.

  3. 03

    Install and test

    After installation the circuit is evacuated and checked for tightness before refrigerant is added. That step determines compressor life and is therefore never cut short.

  4. 04

    Commission and explain

    We measure pressures and temperatures at start-up and adjust the operation. We then go through the controls and filter cleaning, and record the readings for later comparison.

Why installation matters

Where a new AC system often goes wrong

An oversized split cools in short bursts and barely dehumidifies. The feel is cold and clammy while consumption stays higher than needed. That usually comes from choosing output on floor area alone, without glazing and orientation.

An indoor unit that blows at seating height or an outdoor unit without free airflow causes draught and noise complaints even when the appliance works. Line route and condensate drainage also decide whether the system stays quiet and dry.

Moisture or air left in the refrigerant circuit at handover damages the compressor over time. Evacuation and a tightness check before charging are therefore not a formality but the step that sets service life.

From a single split to servicing after handover: technician servicing an indoor air-conditioning unit

Related work

From a single split to servicing after handover

Not every home needs the same layout: one room, several zones or a heat-pump function. We link the install to the right follow-up.

Signs to watch

When a new installation makes sense

These situations point to resizing and repositioning, or to a first installation.

  • One or more rooms stay too warm despite fans or an old unit.
  • The existing unit cycles briefly and the air feels clammy, typical of oversizing.
  • Outdoor unit noise bothers neighbours or bedrooms because of poor siting.
  • You are renovating and want line routes and condensate drainage included together.
  • There is no AC yet, but a clear cooling load from glass and orientation.
  • You want cooling and heating in one system, provided the emitters allow it.
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Before we start

What you can prepare before the install day

A few preparations shorten the install day and avoid surprises on access and drainage.

  1. 01

    Note the rooms and how they are used

    Which rooms need cooling, when and how often. Mention large glazed areas and orientation if you know them.

  2. 02

    Keep indoor and outdoor positions accessible

    Clear façade, balcony or roof access and remove obstacles around the planned outdoor unit position.

  3. 03

    Point out a condensate route

    Think where condensate can drain with fall, or where a pump may be needed. We confirm that on site.

  4. 04

    Keep the electrical supply reachable

    Note where the relevant breaker sits. We check whether the supply suits the planned unit before we mount.

Clear pricing

What determines the price

Installation on quote: we set the price after a visit on site.

Price depends on the number of units, line length, outdoor unit access and whether a condensate pump or special mounting is needed. A single split on a simple façade is not priced like a route through several walls.

After the on-site survey you get a quote before we start. Call us for an initial indication, with no obligation.

Benefits

  • Output calculated from glazing and orientation, not just floor area
  • Indoor unit placed so airflow does not blow directly at seating height
  • Outdoor unit sited with clearances and attention to neighbour noise
  • Line route and condensate drainage marked out beforehand
  • Circuit evacuated and checked for tightness before charging

Equipment & techniques

Manifold with digital pressure measurement Vacuum pump and vacuum gauge Scales for the refrigerant charge Flaring tools for refrigerant lines Sound meter for the outdoor unit position Temperature measurement on suction and discharge

Handling refrigerants requires certification; some systems need a periodic leak check, under conditions. The rules and their sources

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

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What does an AC installation cost?

Installation on quote: we set the price after a visit on site. The final price depends on the output, the number of units, the length of the refrigerant lines and how accessible the unit positions are.

How is the output of my air conditioner decided?

We calculate the cooling load per room from floor area, glazing, orientation and use. That avoids an oversized or undersized unit. The result sets the output, not floor area alone.

How soon can installation start?

Once positions and line route are confirmed, timing depends on the area, the schedule and parts availability. Our line is available 24/7 to arrange the appointment.

Where should the outdoor unit go?

Where air can circulate freely, with clearances and attention to noise towards neighbours and bedrooms. We weigh that together with the refrigerant line route.

Is the circuit tested before charging?

Yes. The circuit is evacuated and checked for tightness before refrigerant is added. That step protects the compressor and is never cut short.

Do I get a warranty on the installation?

Up to 2 years warranty on labour; parts carry the manufacturer’s warranty.

When should you call an air conditioning technician straight away?

Some signs call for switching the unit off rather than letting it run: a burning smell, an unusual mechanical noise, water running from the indoor unit, ice that stays on the coil, or a breaker that trips on start-up. Turn the system off and leave it off: running it through those signs can make the fault worse.

Coverage area

Present in Brussels, in Wallonia and in Flanders

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Why Van Dijk Home

Dissatisfaction with a new system mostly comes from an oversized unit and badly aimed airflow. We calculate the load per room, choose positions accordingly, and test the circuit before charging, with recorded readings.

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