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Where Can You Install A Split System Air Conditioner?

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Residential Split System Installations

Residential split system installations offer multiple opportunities when it comes to finding a solution to meet your needs. The flexibility of where you can positioning the indoor and the outdoor unit is what gives us so many options. That’s because with residential homes there are external walls in almost all rooms of the house which allows us to take the services straight outside to the outdoor unit.

If you live in a house and you’re looking for a split system air conditioning installation, the answers is almost always yes!

Contact us today on 1300 1 READY.

Apartment Split System Installation

When it comes to an apartment split system installation it becomes a little more complex because there’s simply fewer options available to place the outdoor unit. The only option is on the balcony. So in most cases we install the outdoor unit in the corner of the balcony out of the way.

When it comes to the indoor, we usually place it on an adjacent wall to the balcony and in a location that maximises air flow to the living room. Living rooms are the most common placement for the indoor unit because it’s where you spend the most time and entertain guest. The second most common place is the master bedroom so it makes hot summer nights more bearable.

Or if you want to “kill two birds with one stone” and install a split system in both the living and master, check out our multi head split system installations. A multi split system allows you two have two head units working off of one outdoor unit which therefore saves space on your balcony.

Apartment Split System Head Unit Placement

In the two split system installations below we positioned the indoor head units further into the main living area so that they were across from the bedroom entrance. To do this we used used Smartduct internal trunking to conceal the services.

Although the internal trunking doesn’t have the best visual appeal, this solution allows for some airflow into the bedrooms without the additional expense of a second head unit.

Multi Head Split System
Multi Head Split System

Strata Compliance for Split System Installations

When it comes to complying with strata regulations we know what to do because we have been through the process many times.

Each strata committee process is different but they all generally want to know the same thing – what is it going to look like? What impact is it going to have on your neighbours? And; will it be discreet and blend in?

Once you fill out the forms and we answer the questions of the Strata committee you will be approved. We will provide you with a detailed explanation of the split system installation and detailed images when required.

We are authorised to install and maintain the world’s leading brands:

Ready performs general maintenance and emergency breakdown air conditioning services to Northern Beaches and Sydney customers. Our team of air conditioning technicians are licensed, fully insured and qualified to install and service the worlds leading brands including Mitsubishi ElectricDaikinFujitsu and Panasonic.

What Our Customers Are Saying

Over 30 years of experience serving customers Sydney wide
Star Rating from Anneli and Simon Solomons
3 July, 2025
Nice young fellows. Professional and tidy. Got the job done in no time. Happy to explain the problem and fix it. Very happy with the service.
Star Rating from Monique Van Leeuwen-Hughes
28 June, 2025
I recently had the pleasure of working with Troy, a fantastic young electrician who went above and beyond to help me during an emergency. He responded incredibly quickly, was professional, courteous and extremely efficient. Not only did he do an excellent job himself, but he also took the initiative to organise additional help where needed. He handled everything very smoothly. It’s rare these day…
Star Rating from Alistair Boyd
12 June, 2025
Consistently the best communication I’ve ever experienced from anyone in the trade industry, from enquiry right through to the kind and professional team on the job. Shout out to Troy for being incredibly patient and helpful in getting our lights set up, and also to Renzo and Danny for the great advice and installation of our AC. Can’t recommend RE enough.
Star Rating from Trish
26 June, 2025
Renzo, Troy and Khye were friendly, efficient and professional. The advice was great and I will definitely be using Ready Electrical again.Thank you :)
Star Rating from Anny Herawaty
25 June, 2025
I remember when my first contact with Ready Electrical in 2023 for service my AC. And until now I always contact Ready Electrical. I asked for a quote and they were able to carry out the job in a few days later. Renzo, Xavier, Khye they did a good job, honest and friendly. Renzo taught me how the way to operate my new split system Aircon/heater in my bedroom and in my living room area. I have…
Star Rating from bayaraa javkhlant
25 June, 2025
Absolutely thrilled with the service! Tory did an amazing job installing our new aircon and lights. He was professional, efficient, and really friendly. Everything works perfectly, and the place looks and feels fantastic now. Couldn’t be happier - highly recommend Tory and the team!
Star Rating from Ria Dussaye
24 June, 2025
Great customer experience & service with Ready Electrical, super friendly, knowledgeable and helpful, definitely recommend & will use again!
Star Rating from Mark Farrell
18 November, 2024
Greg and his team from Ready Electrical did a great job with the installation of new air conditioning units for us. Greg was professional and prompt from quote to completion. I highly recommend Ready Electrical for any electrical job needed.
Star Rating from Malcolm Scoggins
17 June, 2025
On time, excellent work, no rubbish left behind, I think these guys are terrific!