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Service area · South Melbourne VIC · Inner Melbourne

Split System Installation in South Melbourne, VIC

Fixed-price installs from $1,690. ARCtick licensed, fully insured, 7-year workmanship warranty. Same-week appointments across South Melbourne and surrounding suburbs.

Split system installation in South Melbourne

South Melbourne's heart is Emerald Hill — the rise around the town hall and the market, ringed by some of the oldest and most carefully-preserved Victorian terraces in Melbourne, with mixed-use buildings and apartments filling in toward the city and the light-industrial edge. The terraces are the defining job. No cavity, usually no side access, party walls shared with the neighbours — so pipework routes to a rear courtyard or roof, we core-drill solid double-brick and bluestone carefully, and we size to the high ceilings. A lot of these terraces are heritage-listed, so plant stays out of sight and pipework off the frontage. The apartments and mixed-use buildings bring owners-corporation approval into placement, with tight setbacks and shared walls. There's a fair bit of commercial and office space above the shops around Clarendon Street too, which is more light-commercial work. The switchboards in the old terraces frequently need an upgrade for a modern load. South Melbourne's inland in feel despite being near the bay, so it's mostly clean distribution and right-sizing for hot summers, though the odd western block catches sea air. It's a heritage-heavy, tightly-built suburb, so access and discretion drive the job, and we plan each one to the specific building.

❄ Inner Melbourne, near the bay — hot summers, the odd western block catches sea air

Why South Melbourne homeowners choose Bellair

South Melbourne is about thirty-four kilometres north-west of our Botanic Ridge base. The work here is core-drilling and courtyard or roof placement on the Victorian terraces, owners-corporation placement in the apartments and mixed-use buildings, light-commercial fits above the shops, and switchboard upgrades on the old terraces. Matt holds ARCtick licence AU 55218 with 28 years in the trade, so the refrigerant work is by the book. Every install carries the full manufacturer warranty plus our 7-year workmanship warranty. We install Mitsubishi Electric, Fujitsu, Panasonic, Toshiba, Samsung, Haier and LG, and we'll match the system to the building rather than push a brand. Fixed price agreed before we start.

What's included in your South Melbourne install

A South Melbourne install includes supply of your chosen unit, fitting to AS/NZS 3000, neat back-to-back or routed pipework, condensate drainage, electrical connection, old unit removal and recycling, commissioning and clean-up. On the heritage terraces we route to a courtyard or roof and core-drill carefully, size for the high ceilings, and in the apartments we sort owners-corporation placement first. It's all in the fixed price agreed up front, with any switchboard upgrade flagged before you commit. If your terrace is right on Emerald Hill or a step off the market on Clarendon Street we're used to the on-street parking rules and the heritage-controlled frontages — we plan the pipework route and condenser location before we quote so nothing lands where it isn't allowed.

Postcode: 3205 · Council: City of Port Phillip · Region: Inner Melbourne

Typical home styles: Victorian terrace, Emerald Hill period homes, mixed-use apartments, warehouse conversions

Local landmarks: South Melbourne Market · Emerald Hill · Clarendon Street

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Real Installs · Real Reviews

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Split system installation by Bellair for Arelys BarrySplit system installation by Bellair for Arelys Barry
Arelys BarryArelys Barry
Local Guide · 3 weeks ago
★★★★★

Matt and his team are exceptional. I sent a message Saturday morning, I received a text message and a phone call, and a site visit by 11am. I am not use to such high customer service. Matt tried to have my install done asap as we had no heating. Install was also exceptional, as his pricing and quality of install and removal of old unit is beyond expectations. Was not an easy job but his quote was so honest and fair. I can hardly notice the outside cabling (first photo). He was also so polite, professional and caring. Thank you Matt and team. Will contact shortly for further split systems install. I will only contact your company in the future. Also, your system recommendation has been amazing. Many, many thanks for everything.

Melbourne

Split system installation by Bellair for Milon PangSplit system installation by Bellair for Milon Pang
Milon PangMilon Pang
Local Guide · 2 days ago
★★★★★

Communication with Matt was seamless and transparent. He came to inspect my place prior for a quick chat and to issue an estimated quote not long after. We eventually had a date fixed for two units to be installed. One required replacement of the previous old unit (included removal from property), and the second required a new hole to be drilled for installation. Matt and his team took roughly 3.5-4h. They were immaculate with their work! They left my place decently clean. I would have to say that this was the best customer service that I have had. Everything was discussed clearly, and my questions were addressed appropriately by Matt. I would highly recommended them if you are still considering! Thank you very much, Matt and your boys!

Melbourne

Split system installation by Bellair for Alexander MoloksherSplit system installation by Bellair for Alexander Moloksher
Alexander MoloksherAlexander Moloksher
4 weeks ago
★★★★★

We recently had Samsung multi-head, multi-room split reverse cycle air conditioners installed throughout our home by Bellair, and we could not be happier with the outcome. Matt and his team completed the installation to the highest workmanship standards, with exceptional attention to detail and immaculate quality throughout the entire project. The finished result looks incredibly neat, professional, and well thought out. What truly stood out was Matt’s professionalism and communication at every stage of the installation. He kept us informed throughout the process, demonstrated outstanding competence and technical expertise, and delivered a flawless end result. It is clear that Matt and his team genuinely take pride in their work and customer satisfaction. I would highly recommend Bellair to anyone looking for high-quality air conditioning installation services.

Melbourne

Split system installation by Bellair for Michelle BellSplit system installation by Bellair for Michelle Bell
Michelle BellMichelle Bell
Frankston · 4 weeks ago
★★★★★

Highly recommend Bellair! Matt and the team installed a ducted heating and cooling system at my clinic in Frankston and the whole experience was fantastic from start to finish. Professional, reliable, great communication, and the quality of work was excellent. Matt was an absolute pleasure to deal with and made the whole process so easy. Could not be happier with the result!

Frankston

Split system installation by Bellair for Onyeka Robinson
Onyeka RobinsonOnyeka Robinson
Melbourne · 6 days ago
★★★★★

Matt did an excellent job installing our new Mitsubishi Electric heating and cooling system. He was professional, punctual, and took the time to explain everything clearly. The installation was completed to a high standard, and the work area was left clean and tidy. We're very happy with the result and appreciate the added peace of mind from the 5-year Mitsubishi Electric manufacturer warranty and 7-year Bellair workmanship warranty. Highly recommend Matt and the Bellair team.

Melbourne

FAQ

Common Questions About Split Systems

Most of our fixed-price split system installs fall between $1,690 and $1,890, depending on the unit, the size of the room and how the pipework needs to run. You get the all-inclusive price up front before we start — no surprises.
As a rough guide, a small bedroom suits a 2.5kW unit, a typical living room 5–6kW, and a large open-plan space 7kW or more. We measure properly during the site visit and size honestly so the system isn't over- or under-powered.
A standard single-head split system is usually done in 3–4 hours. Multi-head systems and trickier pipe runs can take most of a day. We'll give you a realistic time frame with your quote.
We supply and install Australia's most trusted brands — Mitsubishi Electric, Fujitsu, Haier, Samsung, Toshiba, Panasonic and LG. Every unit comes with a full manufacturer warranty plus our own 7-year workmanship guarantee.
We cover 190+ suburbs across the Mornington Peninsula, Bayside, South-East Melbourne, the inner east and the CBD. Chances are we've already done a job in your street — check our service areas below.
We recommend a service once a year to keep it running efficiently. We clean filters, check gas levels and test performance so your system lasts longer and runs cheaper.