How long does AC installation take?

Most single-split installations take 4-6 hours from start to finish. This includes mounting the indoor and outdoor units, running the refrigerant lines and electrical cabling, pressure testing the system, and commissioning. Multi-split systems covering several rooms typically take a full day.

Do you service my area in Costa Blanca?

We cover the entire Costa Blanca region — from Denia and Javea in the north, through Benidorm, Altea, and Calpe, down to Alicante, Torrevieja, and Guardamar in the south. We also serve inland areas including Orihuela, Elche, and surrounding urbanisations.

What brands do you recommend?

We work with all major brands including Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric, Fujitsu, Panasonic, and LG. For coastal Costa Blanca properties, we particularly recommend Daikin and Mitsubishi Electric due to their proven durability in salt-air environments and excellent energy ratings.

How often should I service my AC?

In Costa Blanca's coastal climate, we recommend service every 6 months — once before summer and once before winter. The combination of salt air, fine Saharan dust, and high humidity accelerates filter and coil contamination far faster than in inland European climates.

What's the difference between R410A and R32 refrigerant?

R32 is the newer, more efficient refrigerant now used in most modern AC systems. It has a lower global warming potential (GWP) than R410A — roughly one third — making it better for the environment. R32 systems also tend to be more energy-efficient, which lowers your electricity bills.

Do you offer financing?

Yes, we offer flexible payment plans to spread the cost of new installations or larger projects. Options include 0% interest plans for shorter terms and extended plans for bigger investments.

My AC is making a strange noise — is it urgent?

Unusual noises can indicate several issues ranging from minor to serious. A rattling sound often means a loose panel or debris in the outdoor unit. Hissing or bubbling can signal a refrigerant leak, which should be addressed promptly. Grinding or squealing noises typically point to a failing fan motor or compressor — these are urgent.

How much does a new AC installation cost?

For a typical apartment in Costa Blanca, a single-split installation including the unit, materials, and labour starts from around 900-1,200 EUR. Larger villas with multiple rooms, complex cable runs, or high-capacity units will cost more. We provide detailed, itemised quotes with no hidden charges.

Do you handle permits and paperwork?

Yes. In Spain, AC installations must comply with the Reglamento de Instalaciones Termicas en los Edificios (RITE). We handle the full process: the technical project documentation, the certificate of installation, and registration with the Comunidad Valenciana's industry registry.

Can salt air damage my air conditioning system?

Yes. Salt corrosion is one of the biggest threats to AC systems within a few kilometres of the Mediterranean coast. The outdoor unit is most vulnerable — its aluminium condenser fins, copper connections, and electrical components all corrode faster in salt-laden air. We recommend units with anti-corrosion coated coils for any property within 5 km of the sea.

What is predictive AC monitoring?

Predictive monitoring uses sensors and data analysis to track your AC system's performance in real time — measuring temperatures, energy consumption, run cycles, and refrigerant pressures. Instead of waiting for something to break, the system identifies early warning signs and alerts you or our team before a failure occurs.

What is your response time for emergencies?

For urgent breakdowns during the summer season, we aim to respond within the same day across the Costa Blanca region. Maintenance contract customers receive priority scheduling. For non-urgent repairs, we typically book within 1 to 3 working days.

Help & GuidesMaintenance

How often should you service your air conditioning?

Viva Home Air · Updated October 2026

Air conditioning should be serviced once a year, ideally in spring before the cooling season. A service deep-cleans the coils and filters, checks refrigerant pressure and tests the system. On the salty Costa Blanca coast, outdoor units benefit from more frequent checks. Skipping maintenance cuts efficiency, worsens air quality and shortens the unit's life.

What a service includes

A full service covers a deep clean of the evaporator and condenser coils, filter cleaning or replacement and sanitisation, a refrigerant level check and top-up if needed, electrical and drainage checks, and a performance test. A good installer leaves a short report afterwards.

Why yearly matters on the coast

Salt, dust and humidity clog and corrode units faster here than inland. A clogged unit uses more electricity, cools worse, can grow mould in the filters, and fails sooner. Annual maintenance is the cheapest way to protect an expensive install.

What it costs

A one-off deep clean starts from about €80 per unit. Annual maintenance contracts — which include priority scheduling and discounted parts — start from around €130 per unit per year on the Costa Blanca.

Frequently asked questions

Can I just clean the filters myself?

You can rinse the filters monthly in summer, and should. But a full service also cleans the coils, checks gas and tests the system — jobs that need a technician.

What happens if I skip servicing?

Efficiency drops, bills rise, air quality worsens, and small faults become expensive failures. Many warranties also require annual servicing to stay valid.