How much does it cost to replace an old air conditioner in Benidorm?
Replacing an old split with an R32 inverter unit in Benidorm usually costs €750–1,300 for the new unit fitted, plus €60–120 to remove the old one and recover its gas, including VAT. If the pipes and brackets can be reused, it takes half a day. It pays off most with units over ten or twelve years old or running on R22.
- New unit
- €750–1,300 fitted inc. VAT
- Removal
- €60–120 with gas recovery
- Time
- half a day if the pipes are reusable
- Guarantee
- 3 years on unit and fitting
Prices including VAT, checked in .
When replacing makes sense
When a repair costs nearly as much as a new unit, when it uses R22, when it's noisy, or when it simply can't cool the room any more. A modern inverter uses noticeably less power and is much quieter.
What we do
We recover the gas from the old unit, take it down and deliver it to an authorised recycler. If the existing pipes are sound and compatible, we flush and reuse them; if not, we replace them.
Using the same spot
The new unit often fits in the same place on the same brackets, so the swap is quick and tidy. If the old outdoor unit was badly placed, we take the chance to move it somewhere better.
Repair or replace? A simple rule
If the repair costs more than half a new unit and yours is over eight or ten years old, replacing it usually makes sense. On the coast the air con runs four or five months a year, so the difference in consumption between a fifteen-year-old unit and a modern inverter shows up every summer.
Where we fit
We're a good fit if you have an old unit that keeps failing, costs too much to run or uses R22. If it just needs a tune-up, start with servicing.
Frequently asked questions
Do you take the old unit away?
Yes. We recover the gas and take it to an authorised waste handler.
Can the old pipework be reused?
If it's in good condition and the right diameter, yes, after flushing. We check before quoting.
How much does a new inverter unit save?
It depends on your current unit and how much you use it. Against a unit more than ten years old, the difference on the summer bill usually shows from the first month.
What energy label should the new unit have?
For cooling, look for A++ or A+++, which means a SEER of 6.1 or higher. On the coast, where the unit runs long hours in summer, the difference between ranges shows on the bill.
