One system. Every room. Seamless comfort.
Whole-home comfort
Replace multiple split systems with one central system, delivering consistent temperature across every room.
Clean, discreet design
Only subtle ceiling vents are visible, keeping your walls clear of bulky units for a clean, modern look.
Smart zone control
Set different temperatures in different areas with AirTouch 5 zoning for comfort and efficiency.
Consistent, quiet cooling, all from one system.
Ducted air conditioning hides the whole system in your roof space. Flexible ducts run from one central unit through the ceiling and out to discreet vents in each room, so you get even, quiet comfort everywhere, with nothing on your walls but a small control pad. Use the arrows to see what's involved.
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Turn your ducted system into a smart home.
AirTouch 5 transforms your ducted air conditioning into a fully customisable comfort system. Set different temperatures in different rooms, schedule cooling around your routine, and control everything from your phone, tablet or wall touchscreen, whether you're at home or away.
Ask about AirTouch 5Don't pay to cool rooms you're not using.
A ducted system can be installed zoned or unzoned. It's the single biggest factor in what your system costs to run, so it's worth understanding before you buy.
Unzoned
Cheaper to install upfront, but the whole system has to run even when you only want to cool or heat one room. That means higher power bills, every time it's on.
Zoned - how we do it
We zone the different areas of the home so the system only runs the zones you need, when you need them. A little more upfront, far less on your power bills for the life of the system.
We also install ducted properly for the Far North Queensland climate, with the right design and drainage so humidity is never an issue down the track. Done right the first time, it just works.
We recommend the right system, not just one brand.
We install trusted ducted systems from Toshiba, Mitsubishi Electric, Daikin, Fujitsu and Panasonic, each selected to suit your home, layout and budget, and built to perform in Far North Queensland conditions.
Custom designed
Every system is sized and zoned for your home, with a free site inspection and itemised quote.
10-Year Workmanship Warranty
Backed by a 10-year warranty with annual servicing, plus up to 7 years manufacturer warranty on Toshiba systems.
Finance available
Spread the cost with no-deposit, interest-free finance on approved applications. Ask us when you quote.
The longest warranty we install.
We fit every major brand, but Toshiba is the one we hold dealer accreditation for. Japanese engineering, and the longest manufacturer warranty of anything we install.
Authorised Toshiba dealer
Genuine Japanese-engineered equipment, factory-backed support, and installers who know the range properly. Toshiba is the only brand we hold dealer accreditation for.
7-year manufacturer warranty
Seven years, parts and labour, on residential and light commercial installs. No other brand we install matches it.
Backed by our 10-Year Workmanship Warranty
Toshiba covers the equipment. We cover the installation for 10 years. If our work is not right, we come back and make it right.
Parts without the long wait
Dealing direct with Toshiba means we source parts through the dealer network, so if something ever needs attention you are not left sitting in the heat waiting on a back-order.
Common questions about ducted in Cairns.
How much does ducted air conditioning cost in Cairns?
A whole-home ducted system in Cairns typically ranges from $20,000 to $30,000. We install ducted properly for the Far North Queensland climate so humidity is never an issue, and we always zone the different areas of the home. An unzoned system is cheaper to install upfront but costs far more in power bills, because the whole system has to run even to cool or heat one room. Zoning lets you run only the areas you need, when you need them. The final figure depends on your home size, number of zones, the brand, ceiling space and whether it's a new build, renovation or retrofit. We offer free site inspections, custom system design and finance on approved applications.
What is AirTouch 5 and do you install it?
AirTouch 5 turns your ducted air conditioning into a smart, zoned comfort system. You can set different temperatures in different rooms, schedule cooling around your routine, and control everything from your phone, tablet or wall touchscreen, at home or away. Airtek installs and sets up AirTouch 5 across Cairns and FNQ.
How long does a ducted air conditioning install take?
A ducted air conditioning installation in Cairns typically takes 2 to 3 days depending on the home and ducting layout. We work cleanly, keep you informed throughout, and leave the place tidy.
Which ducted air conditioning brands do you install?
We install trusted ducted systems from Toshiba, Mitsubishi Electric, Daikin, Fujitsu and Panasonic, chosen to suit your home, layout and budget. As an authorised Toshiba dealer we also offer up to 7 years manufacturer warranty on Toshiba systems.
Will a new air conditioner lower my power bill in Cairns?
Usually yes, especially if your unit is more than about 10 years old. A modern inverter air conditioner can use roughly 30% less electricity than an older fixed-speed unit for the same cooling, and each extra energy star is worth around 15 to 25% less power again. With Cairns power now around 34 cents per kWh, that adds up - see our old vs new guide.
See also our air conditioning installation page, or our full FAQ.
Ducted air conditioning across Cairns & FNQ.
A price on its own tells you very little.
Two quotes for the same room can differ by a wide margin and both be honest, because they are quoting different work. Most of the difference sits in things that stop being visible the moment the job is finished.
Read the full guidePipe insulation
Wall thickness, and whether it is protected from direct sun. Unprotected insulation splits in the tropics and the cold line starts to sweat.
The condensate drain
The fall on the line, where it terminates, and whether it is insulated through the roof space.
Preparation before charging
Whether the pipework is pressure tested and properly evacuated. Moisture left inside shortens compressor life years later.
Sizing
Whether the load was calculated or estimated from the room size. It is the decision that most affects how happy you are with the system.
What our ducted customers say.
On time very polite and worked through to completion. Both techs were excellent, cleaned up the boxes and old AC units. Highly recommended.
Very professional service and reasonable price Will be using them for all our AC requirements in the future
Excellent service, very efficient from initial enquiry to completion of job. Highly recommend Nathan and team.
Get your ducted air conditioning quote.
Free site inspection, custom system design and clear advice, or call the team direct on 0448 392 019.