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Regions in TAS
Air conditioning specialists based in each region of Tasmania.
Where the air conditioning specialists are
53air conditioning specialists
Air conditioning specialists in Hobart
26 based here · Region
Air conditioning specialists in Launceston & North East
13 based here · Region
Air conditioning specialists in West & North West Tasmania
11 based here · Region
Air conditioning specialists in South East Tasmania
3 based here · Region
What to expect when hiring air conditioning specialists in Tasmania
Where air conditioning specialists in Tasmania are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
Where air conditioning specialists are based in Tasmania
Hobart has the most air conditioning specialists in Tasmania.
Air conditioning specialists based in each region
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The map shows approximately where businesses are based, but tradies will often travel for work. Darker shading means higher availability in an area.
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How to choose a good air conditioning specialist in Tasmania
Tasmania has plenty of well-reviewed air conditioning specialists to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.
Most air conditioning specialists here are rated highly, so it helps to check how many reviews sit behind a rating. The typical air conditioning specialist has 6 reviews. Of the 42 rated air conditioning specialists based in Tasmania, 4 have 4.8 stars or more from at least 50 reviews.
SureQuote rankings take both star rating and review count into consideration to ensure you're seeing the best of the bunch. Updated November 2026.
- average rating
- 4.42
- typical reviews
- 6
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 50+
Star rating
45% of air conditioning specialists here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 6 or fewer reviews
How do areas in Tasmania compare?
| Area | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| West & North West Tasmania8 rated air conditioning specialists6 typical reviews | 4.50 | 8 | 6 |
| All Tasmania42 rated air conditioning specialists6 typical reviews | 4.42 | 42 | 6 |
| Launceston & North East12 rated air conditioning specialists6 typical reviews | 4.38 | 12 | 6 |
| Hobart20 rated air conditioning specialists9 typical reviews | 4.35 | 20 | 9 |
What air conditioning costs
Across Australia, air conditioning typically runs $218 – $410 for ac service, and $1,788 – $5,165 for ac installation.
Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for Tasmania. What you'll pay comes down to the size of the job, the condition of what's being worked on, and the finish you choose. Get a few quotes to see your exact number. It's free.
Things to consider before you book
The local conditions that shape the job, the best time of year to book, and what to sort out before you choose a air conditioning specialist.
Keep Gutters Clear and Check Council Rules
Most of Tasmania is classified as bushfire prone land — keeping gutters and roof valleys clear is especially important here. If your property is near bushland, check with council whether any specific requirements apply.
Heating and Insulation Are the Priority
Most of Tasmania is in a cool climate zone — heating is the priority for any climate control work, and good insulation makes a bigger difference here than in milder areas.
Seasonal Rainfall
Most of Tasmania gets moderate rainfall, so timing matters for air conditioning specialist work. Targeting the drier months gives the best run of uninterrupted days.
What's in a good Air Conditioning quote?
A good quote spells out how the job is priced and what's covered (labour, materials, prep and clean-up), so you're comparing like for like. Check what each air conditioning specialist's quote covers before you choose.
Worth knowing: getting two or three quotes is the simplest way to land a fair price, and it costs you nothing.
- 01Brand and model
Exact indoor and outdoor model numbers, not just kW size.
- 02ARCtick licence
The refrigerant handling licence, required by law.
- 03Electrical scope
Whether a new circuit, isolator or switchboard upgrade is included.
- 04Pipe run
Back-to-back or extended, and how many metres are included.
- 05Condensate drainage
Where the water drains, gravity or pump, so it never leaks.
- 06Inclusions and exclusions
What is not covered, spelled out before the job.
Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.
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Hiring an air conditioning specialist in TAS
What the law requires before and after you sign.
Air conditioning specialists need a licence in TAS for any job.
Installing or servicing a refrigerated system needs a plumber with a mechanical services licence. The business needs a plumbing contractor licence.
- Licence
- Plumbing contractor licence
- Categories
- Mechanical Services Plumbing, Mechanical Services Plumbing - Restricted to Refrigerated Air-conditioning, Mechanical Services Plumbing - Restricted to Split Systems up to and including 18 kWR
- Regulator
- Consumer Affairs Tasmania
- Written contractfrom$20,000
The contract must be in writing, dated and signed by both of you before work starts.
Applies to air conditioning jobs.
- Deposit cap
The cap covers contracts of $20,000 or more. It is 10% below $50,000 and 5% from $50,000. It is 20% when most work is off-site.
Applies only to contracts of $20,000 or more. The cap is 10% below $50,000 and 5% at $50,000 or more.
- Cooling-off period5 business dayson contracts over $20,000
The days start once you have the signed contract and the consumer guide. Without the guide, you have 7 days from finding out.
Applies to air conditioning jobs.
- Home warranty insurance
Doesn't apply to this work.
Sources: Occupational Licensing Act 2005, consumeraffairs.tas.gov.au, buildingstandards.tas.gov.au, Residential Building Work Contracts and Dispute Resolution Act 2016. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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Questions about air conditioning in TAS
Do air conditioning specialists need a licence in TAS?
Air conditioning specialists need a licence in TAS for any job.
Installing or servicing a refrigerated system needs a plumber with a mechanical services licence. The business needs a plumbing contractor licence.
The licence is the Plumbing contractor licence.
How do I check an air conditioning specialist's licence in TAS?
Ask the air conditioning specialist for their licence number, then look them up on the Consumer Affairs Tasmania public register.
Check a licenceWho regulates air conditioning specialists in TAS?
Air conditioning specialists are regulated by Consumer Affairs Tasmania.
Do I need a written contract with an air conditioning specialist in TAS?
Air conditioning jobs from $20,000 need a written contract.
The contract must be in writing, dated and signed by both of you before work starts.
How much deposit can an air conditioning specialist ask for in TAS?
The cap covers contracts of $20,000 or more. It is 10% below $50,000 and 5% from $50,000. It is 20% when most work is off-site.
Applies only to contracts of $20,000 or more. The cap is 10% below $50,000 and 5% at $50,000 or more.
Does an air conditioning specialist have to give me home warranty insurance in TAS?
Doesn't apply to this work.
Is there a cooling-off period for a contract with an air conditioning specialist in TAS?
You have 5 business days to cool off on contracts over $20,000.
The days start once you have the signed contract and the consumer guide. Without the guide, you have 7 days from finding out.
Sources: Occupational Licensing Act 2005, consumeraffairs.tas.gov.au, buildingstandards.tas.gov.au, Residential Building Work Contracts and Dispute Resolution Act 2016. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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