Do I need a licensed technician to remove my aircon?

Yes. Under NEA regulations, refrigerant must be recovered by a certified technician before an air-conditioning unit is disconnected. Venting refrigerant to the atmosphere is illegal and carries penalties. All our aircon removal work is performed by licensed technicians in full compliance.

What happens to the pipes after the aircon is removed?

Refrigerant pipes are cut, capped, and removed back to the point of wall or ceiling penetration. Condensate drain pipes are cut and capped to prevent leakage. The wall or ceiling penetrations where pipes passed through are sealed and patched during the surface restoration phase. No open pipes or uncapped lines are left behind.

Can you remove the aircon but leave the piping for the next tenant?

This is possible if the landlord agrees and the next tenant plans to install air-conditioning in the same configuration. However, most reinstatement clauses require complete removal of all tenant-installed services, including piping. We follow the specific handover requirements in your lease. If pipes are to be retained, this must be confirmed in writing by the landlord.

What if my unit has a chilled water FCU system instead of a refrigerant system?

Chilled water FCU systems are common in larger commercial buildings. Removal requires coordination with building management to isolate the chilled water supply to the unit before disconnection. The chilled water pipes must be properly capped. This is more complex than refrigerant system removal and may involve the building's appointed M&E contractor for the pipe capping on the supply side.

Do you handle the disposal of old aircon units?

Yes. All removed aircon units, ducting, pipes, and components are transported for proper disposal. Units containing refrigerant are handled in compliance with NEA regulations for refrigerant-containing equipment. We do not dump aircon units in common areas or unauthorised disposal sites.

Aircon & Ducting Removal - Express Reinstatement Contractor

Professional Air-Conditioning Unit, Ducting, and Mechanical Services Removal for Reinstatement

Aircon & Ducting Removal Contractor

Tenant-installed air-conditioning is one of the most technically involved items to remove during reinstatement. Systems range from simple split-unit installations in HDB flats to complex ducted systems, cassette units, and chilled-water fan coil units in commercial spaces. Each involves refrigerant, electrical, and drainage connections that must be properly terminated — not simply cut. We provide professional aircon and ducting removal with all work performed by licensed technicians in compliance with Singapore regulations.

Aircon & Ducting Removal Workflow

Mechanical dismantling needs safe isolation and coordination with building systems.

Confirm

Identify units, controls, ducts and pipe routes.

Isolate

Shut down supplies and recover refrigerant safely.

Remove

Dismantle equipment, ducts, pipes and supports.

Make Safe

Cap, terminate and restore affected openings.

What Aircon & Ducting Removal Covers

Fan Coil Unit and Split Unit Removal

The most common air-conditioning type in Singapore offices and residential units. We disconnect the electrical supply, recover refrigerant (by licensed technician), cut and cap the refrigerant pipes, disconnect the condensate drain, and unbolt the unit from the wall or ceiling. The wall or ceiling area behind the unit is then accessible for patching and painting.

Cassette and Ducted System Removal

Cassette units recessed into false ceilings and ducted units concealed above ceiling spaces require careful dismantling. The false ceiling around the unit is opened, the unit is disconnected from all services, and it is lowered from the ceiling void. Flexible ducts, rigid ducts, diffusers, and grilles are all removed. The ceiling opening is then restored.

Condenser and Outdoor Equipment Removal

Outdoor condenser units — whether mounted on brackets, on the ground, or on a building ledge — are disconnected and removed. Refrigerant is recovered before disconnection. The condenser bracket or mounting platform is unbolted and the wall or floor area made good.

Full Aircon & Ducting Removal Scope

Indoor Units We Remove

Wall-mounted split unit and fan coil unit (FCU)
Ceiling cassette unit — 1-way, 2-way, and 4-way
Ducted unit and air handling unit (AHU) — concealed above ceiling
Floor-standing unit and tower unit
Portable aircon unit — freestanding, no disconnection needed

Outdoor Units We Remove

Wall-mounted condenser on bracket
Ground-mounted or ledge-mounted condenser
Roof-mounted condenser unit — where accessible
Multi-split outdoor unit serving multiple indoor units

Ducting and Distribution

Flexible duct (flex duct) — insulated and non-insulated
Rigid galvanised steel duct
Pre-insulated duct panel
Air diffuser, supply grille, and return grille
Volume control damper (VCD) and fire damper
Duct hanger, support, and bracket removal

Pipes and Services

Refrigerant pipe — copper, insulated — cutting, capping, and removal
Condensate drain pipe — PVC — capping and removal
Aircon electrical isolator and wiring disconnection
Thermostat and wired remote controller removal
Chilled water pipe — for chilled water FCU systems — capping by licensed technician
Pipe penetration sealing — where pipes pass through walls, the penetration is sealed after pipe removal

Compliance

Refrigerant recovery by licensed technician — mandatory under NEA regulations
Electrical disconnection by licensed electrician
Safe capping of all pipe ends — no leaks, no exposed sharp edges
Coordination with building management for chilled water system isolation — where applicable
Proper disposal of units and components — including refrigerant-containing equipment

What Is Not Included

Aircon and ducting removal does not include:

Removal of building-original central air-conditioning systems — only tenant-installed equipment
Relocation or reinstallation of air-conditioning at a new site — this is outside reinstatement scope
Repair of the building’s chilled water system after tenant FCU removal — the building management’s appointed M&E contractor handles this
Supply of replacement air-conditioning units
Chemical cleaning or overhaul of retained units — if a unit is being retained, cleaning is separate

Why Professional Removal Matters

Improper aircon removal creates several risks:

Refrigerant vented to atmosphere — illegal under NEA regulations, carries fines
Live electrical cables left unterminated — safety hazard
Condensate pipes left dripping — water damage to ceiling and walls below
Chilled water pipes left uncapped — flooding risk in commercial buildings
Units dropped or mishandled — damage to floors, walls, and building structure

Every aircon removal we perform is done by licensed technicians who follow the correct sequence: isolate power, recover refrigerant, disconnect services, unbolt unit, remove safely. This protects you from liability and ensures the handover goes smoothly.

Project Timeline

A single split-unit aircon removal (one indoor unit + one outdoor condenser) takes 2 to 4 hours. A multi-unit system servicing several rooms takes a full day. Cassette and ducted systems take longer due to the ceiling access required. Full commercial floor aircon removal may take 2 to 5 days depending on the number of units and the ducting extent.

Enquire About Aircon & Ducting Removal

We provide a free site survey and professional advice on your aircon and ducting removal requirements. The cost depends on the type and number of units, the extent of ducting, and access conditions. All work is performed by licensed technicians and all quotations are fixed price.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a licensed technician to remove my aircon?	Yes. Under NEA regulations, refrigerant must be recovered by a certified technician before an air-conditioning unit is disconnected. Venting refrigerant to the atmosphere is illegal and carries penalties. All our aircon removal work is performed by licensed technicians in full compliance.
What happens to the pipes after the aircon is removed?	Refrigerant pipes are cut, capped, and removed back to the point of wall or ceiling penetration. Condensate drain pipes are cut and capped to prevent leakage. The wall or ceiling penetrations where pipes passed through are sealed and patched during the surface restoration phase. No open pipes or uncapped lines are left behind.
Can you remove the aircon but leave the piping for the next tenant?	This is possible if the landlord agrees and the next tenant plans to install air-conditioning in the same configuration. However, most reinstatement clauses require complete removal of all tenant-installed services, including piping. We follow the specific handover requirements in your lease. If pipes are to be retained, this must be confirmed in writing by the landlord.
What if my unit has a chilled water FCU system instead of a refrigerant system?	Chilled water FCU systems are common in larger commercial buildings. Removal requires coordination with building management to isolate the chilled water supply to the unit before disconnection. The chilled water pipes must be properly capped. This is more complex than refrigerant system removal and may involve the building's appointed M&E contractor for the pipe capping on the supply side.
Do you handle the disposal of old aircon units?	Yes. All removed aircon units, ducting, pipes, and components are transported for proper disposal. Units containing refrigerant are handled in compliance with NEA regulations for refrigerant-containing equipment. We do not dump aircon units in common areas or unauthorised disposal sites.

Aircon & Ducting Removal