Air Conditioning Disposal – Costs, Dismantling, Recycling and Credits
Do you need to professionally dispose of an old air conditioning unit, a split air conditioning system, a refrigeration system or a ventilation system? Here you will find the right solution – from defined disposal services to individual project planning.
Select your situation. We will guide you to the appropriate service or an individual quotation in a maximum of three steps.
What does air conditioning disposal cost?
The cost of disposing of an air conditioning unit depends on the system type, cooling capacity, refrigerant, accessibility, dismantling requirements, transport and recycling scope.
We therefore distinguish between defined standard services and individually calculated projects. For materials with recoverable value, such as copper, aluminium and steel, the recycling value may also be taken into account.
Which type of disposal would you like to calculate?
What disposal costs apply to split air conditioning systems?
To determine the variable disposal costs, the cooling capacity and system size of the split air conditioning system are initially decisive. This information can normally be found on the rating plate of the outdoor or indoor units.
Dispose of a split air conditioning unit up to 12 kW
For an accessible standard split system, the defined BIMservice™ disposal service may be the appropriate solution.
- - Dismantling of indoor and outdoor units
- - Proper refrigerant recovery
- - Separation of system components
- - Recycling and disposal
- - Documented processing
Do you have a standard system?
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What does refrigerant disposal cost?
Selecting the appropriate service initially depends on the cooling capacity of the split air conditioning system. This information can normally be found on the rating plate of the outdoor unit, together with the refrigerant charge.
Dispose of a split air conditioning system over 12 kW
For larger systems, refrigerant quantity, system configuration, accessibility, dismantling, transport and recycling requirements can vary considerably. The service is therefore calculated on a project-specific basis.
If a new air conditioning system is to be installed at the same time, dismantling and new installation can be planned together and potential project-specific credits can be assessed.
Request a project quotationWhat does ventilation system disposal cost?
For ventilation and air handling systems, the scope of work depends in particular on size, weight, number of components, accessibility, dismantling requirements, transport and recoverable materials.
For larger systems, existing drawings and system documentation can significantly simplify the cost calculation.
What existing system information do you have?
Ventilation system with existing documentation
If existing drawings, system lists or technical documentation are available, they can be submitted directly for quotation review.
Submit documentation & project enquiryNo complete existing drawings, but photos available?
Photos and technical information allow an initial assessment. For a reliable calculation of extensive refrigeration and air conditioning systems, larger ventilation and air handling systems, as well as chilled water systems, a structured site survey may subsequently be required.
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Ventilation system without existing documentation?
If existing drawings and sufficient technical information are missing, an initial site survey may be required. The existing systems and relevant components are systematically recorded during this process.
The site survey provides the basis for reliable planning of dismantling, removal, transport, recycling and, where applicable, subsequent new installation. Request a site survey.
Or submit technical informationWhat does dismantling and new installation cost?
If an existing air conditioning system is to be dismantled and replaced with a new system, removal, disposal and new installation should be considered together.
How large is your project?
Dismantling and new installation up to 150 m²
For smaller projects, the required services can often be combined based on defined labour and service items.
- Assess existing system
- Calculate dismantling
- Consider refrigerant management
- Consider disposal and recycling
- Plan installation of the new system
Project between 150 and 300 m²
At this project size, the number of systems, pipe routes, cooling capacity, accessibility and installation conditions can have a significant impact on the calculation.
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Air conditioning project over 300 m²
For larger projects, an integrated approach to site surveying, removal, disposal, recycling, technical planning and new installation is recommended. Submit your project for review.
What happens to metal from old air conditioning and ventilation systems?
The dismantling of technical building equipment often generates steel, aluminium, copper and other recyclable materials. After dismantling, these materials can be separated and directed to appropriate recycling channels.
Where economically relevant quantities of recyclable materials are recovered, their material value can be taken into account in the project calculation. Subject to the applicable conditions, this may result in a credit or offset.
Have the recycling value assessedFrequently Asked Questions About Air Conditioning and Ventilation System Disposal
The cost depends, among other things, on the unit type, cooling capacity, refrigerant, accessibility, dismantling requirements, transport and recycling scope.
What does split air conditioning disposal cost?A defined BIMservice™ service can be used for standard systems. Larger or technically different systems are calculated individually.
How do I dispose of an old split air conditioning system?The system should be professionally dismantled, the refrigerant properly recovered, and the individual components subsequently directed to appropriate recycling and disposal channels. Professional dismantling reduces the risk of damage to the building and system equipment.
What does ventilation system disposal cost?This depends in particular on size, weight, accessibility, dismantling requirements, transport and recoverable materials. The location can also affect costs, for example in city-centre locations, where access is restricted, work is required at significant building heights, or hazardous-material remediation is necessary.
Can an old ventilation system be recycled?Yes. Depending on the system, steel, aluminium, copper and other components can be separated and sent for recycling. For many components, the cleaning effort required for reuse is not economically viable and is often disproportionate to the cost of a new purchase.
Is there a credit for old air conditioning systems?For suitable projects, recoverable materials and project-related follow-up services can be taken into account in the calculation. The actual credit depends on the individual project.
Manufacturer-Specific Information on Disposal
Do you know the manufacturer of your air conditioning system? Further information on professional dismantling, disposal and recycling can be found in our manufacturer-specific guides.
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