HVAC & Air Conditioning · Portugal
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From a single split AC unit to a full heat pump system covering heating and cooling, HVAC work in Portugal ranges €800 to over €9,000 depending on scope. remodel.pt matches you with an F-gas certified, alvará-verified contractor and checks the quote against regional project data before you see it.
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The scope of the trade
Split and multi-split air conditioning
Sizing and installing single or multi-zone AC systems, including running refrigerant lines and condensate drainage discreetly through existing walls.
Heat pump installation
Air-to-water or air-to-air heat pump systems covering both heating and cooling from one unit, sized against the property’s actual heat loss, not just its floor area.
Central heating and radiators
Boiler or heat pump-fed radiator systems, including underfloor heating loops when paired with a flooring renovation.
Ducting for larger properties
Concealed ducted systems for properties where visible wall units aren’t wanted, planned around ceiling depth and existing structure.
Servicing and maintenance
Annual servicing to keep a system running efficiently and to catch a refrigerant leak or filter issue before it becomes a full breakdown.
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Typical costs
What HVAC work costs in Portugal
| Job | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Single split AC unit, installed | €800–€1,500 |
| Multi-split AC, 3 zones | €2,500–€4,500 |
| Heat pump system (heating + cooling) | €4,000–€9,000 |
| Full central heating installation | €6,000–€12,000 |
| Annual service and maintenance | €80–€150 |
Common mistakes
What goes wrong when hiring an HVAC contractor
Undersizing the system for the space
A unit sized purely on floor area, without accounting for insulation, glazing, and orientation, often struggles to keep up on the hottest or coldest days.
Skipping the electrical capacity check
Heat pumps and larger AC systems need a dedicated circuit. Confirming the property’s electrical panel can actually support the new load avoids a second, unplanned electrical job.
Hiring an installer without F-gas certification
Refrigerant handling is regulated EU-wide. An installer without current F-gas certification is a compliance and safety risk, not just a paperwork gap.
Installing heating before addressing insulation
A heat pump or radiator system sized for a poorly insulated space underperforms and costs more to run than the same system in a property where insulation was addressed first.
No maintenance plan after installation
A system without annual servicing loses efficiency gradually, often without an obvious sign until running costs are noticeably higher or the unit fails outright.
How we vet
Every HVAC contractor meets the same standard
F-gas certification, confirmed before any contractor joins the network, required by EU regulation for anyone handling refrigerant.
Alvará de construção, checked against the IMPIC registry where the work is tied to a building permit or electrical alteration.
Civil liability insurance, active policy confirmed, with coverage limits noted on file.
Working English, confirmed before joining, enough to discuss system sizing, placement, and running costs without confusion.
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