Top 7 Air Conditioning Companies in Hobart (2026)

The top air conditioning companies in Hobart in 2026 include QuickAir, Parr’s Heat Pump Centre, The Heat-Pump Man, Degree C, Rosetta Group, ECL Energy and Metropolitan Air Conditioning. Most are local southern Tasmania specialists. QuickAir is the national provider on the list, with more than 350 licensed technicians and same-day service backed by fixed, published pricing.

We service heating and cooling systems across Australia, so we see how providers in different cities operate. This guide explains the criteria we used to rank Hobart’s air conditioning companies, what each one does well, and how to choose the right installer or repairer for a cool-climate home. The aim is to help you make a good decision whether or not you ever book with us.

How we ranked Hobart’s air conditioning companies

Hobart sits in a cold climate zone, so most homes run reverse-cycle heat pumps for heating far more than for cooling. That shapes what a good local provider needs to offer. We weighed each company on the factors that matter most to a Hobart household:

• Pricing certainty. Is the cost published upfront, or quoted only after a site visit?
• Speed and availability. Can they get to you quickly when a system fails in the middle of winter?
• Licensing and insurance. Do they hold a current Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) refrigerant handling licence and the right electrical licensing?
• Service range. Do they handle servicing and repairs, or installation only?
• Track record. How long have they worked in the Hobart or wider Tasmanian market?

No single company wins on every measure. A small local specialist can offer deep brand knowledge that a national operator does not. A national operator can offer availability and pricing certainty that a sole trader cannot.

The top air conditioning companies in Hobart at a glance

Company	Main focus	Service area	Best suited to
QuickAir	Service, repair, installation, insurance reports	National, including Hobart and southern Tasmania	Households wanting same-day service and fixed pricing
Parr’s Heat Pump Centre	Daikin heat pump sales and installation	Hobart, Launceston and beyond	Buyers who want a single-brand Daikin specialist
The Heat-Pump Man	Residential heat pump supply, install and repair	Southern Tasmania	Homeowners after a long-established local installer
Degree C	Installation across many system types	Hobart	Complex jobs including ducted and hydronic
Rosetta Group	Residential and commercial install and service	Hobart	Customers wanting brand-neutral advice
ECL Energy	Ducted and split installation, solar pairing	Hobart	Energy-efficiency and solar-focused buyers
Metropolitan Air Conditioning	Installation, maintenance and repair	National, including Hobart	Customers who want a large multi-brand servicer

1. QuickAir: national same-day service across Hobart

QuickAir is an Australian owned and operated heating and cooling service that covers homes across Australia, including Hobart and southern Tasmania. We have more than 350 fully licensed, insured and background-checked technicians, and we have served over 20,000 customers across the country.

What sets our model apart from most Hobart operators is how we price and book work. Every service is a fixed, published fee that is the same regardless of which city or state you are in. There are no call-out fees and no per-minute charges. Any work beyond the booked service is quoted in writing and only goes ahead with your approval. In most cases we can get a technician to you the same day or the following morning, and our booking team is available 24 hours a day.

Our pricing is set nationally, so you know the cost before the technician leaves the depot:

Service	New customer	Returning customer
Service and preventative maintenance	$239	$229
Additional unit (same visit)	$239	$229
Breakdown and repair assessment	$239	$229
Installation quote (credited if you proceed)	$239	$229
Insurance report	$239	$229
Extensive cleaning	$239	$229
Carbon monoxide test	$239	$229

We hold ARC Refrigerant Handling Licence AU-49053 and Registered Electrical Contractor (REC) licences in the states where we operate. Every job carries a 100% workmanship guarantee, and we credit the initial booking fee toward a replacement if a unit cannot be repaired cost-effectively. Our enterprise background servicing national insurers and telcos is where these standards came from, and the same standards apply to every home job. We also work on every major brand, including Daikin, Mitsubishi, Fujitsu, Brivis and Braemar, so there is no need to check whether your unit is covered.

Our pricing is built on certainty rather than being the lowest in the market. You know the cost before the technician arrives, every job carries a guarantee, and most repairs can be booked the same day or the next morning. For Hobart homeowners facing a heater failure on a cold morning, that combination of speed and price certainty is usually the priority.

2. Parr’s Heat Pump Centre

Parr’s Heat Pump Centre is Tasmania’s largest Daikin dealer and a Daikin Premium Partner, serving Hobart, Launceston and the surrounding regions. It specialises in Daikin split system and ducted air conditioning for homes and businesses, with installation, servicing and energy-efficient system advice tailored to Tasmania’s conditions.

Parr’s is a strong choice if you have already decided on Daikin equipment and want a dedicated single-brand specialist. The trade-off with any single-brand dealer is narrower choice if you want to compare brands side by side.

3. The Heat-Pump Man

The Heat-Pump Man is a residential heating and cooling specialist in southern Tasmania with more than 30 years of experience. Services cover supply, installation, servicing, repair, fault diagnosis, decommissioning, removal and relocation of heat pumps. Preferred brands are Daikin and Mitsubishi Electric.

The long local track record and residential focus make this a good fit for homeowners who want an experienced, established installer rather than a national operator.

4. Degree C

Degree C provides Hobart-based installation across an unusually wide range of system types, including split system, reverse-cycle, multi-system, ducted heating, ducted heating and cooling, and hydronic systems. It prefers to install Daikin but also works with Mitsubishi Electric, Fujitsu, ActronAir and Temperzone.

Degree C suits more complex installations, particularly homes considering ducted or hydronic heating. It does not install evaporative cooling, which matters little in Hobart’s climate, where evaporative systems are rarely used.

5. Rosetta Group

Rosetta Group offers residential and commercial air conditioning across Hobart, covering new installation, ongoing maintenance and repairs of reverse-cycle units, ducted systems and split systems. The company is not tied to a single manufacturer, so it can recommend across a range of reputable brands.

The brand-neutral approach is useful if you want advice that is not anchored to one manufacturer’s range, whether for a single room split system or a whole-home ducted system.

6. ECL Energy

ECL Energy installs and services ducted and split system air conditioning in Hobart, with a strong focus on energy efficiency and pairing systems with solar. This focus is well matched to Tasmania, where heating and cooling is a large share of the household energy bill.

ECL is worth considering if energy efficiency and solar integration are priorities, and you want help choosing a system sized to your home rather than the largest available.

7. Metropolitan Air Conditioning

Metropolitan Air Conditioning is a national brand offering heating and cooling installation, maintenance and repair in Hobart, with services advertised across most makes and models. It works on a range of brands, including Fujitsu, Brivis and Coolair.

As a larger multi-brand servicer, Metropolitan suits customers who want broad brand coverage from an established national name and are comfortable with quote-on-assessment pricing.

What to look for in a Hobart air conditioning company

The right choice depends on whether you are installing, servicing or repairing. A few checks apply to every job:

• Confirm the ARC licence. Anyone handling refrigerant must hold a current Australian Refrigeration Council licence. This is a legal requirement, not a nice-to-have.
• Ask how pricing works. A published fixed price removes the risk of a bill that grows after the technician arrives. Quote-on-assessment is common, but it gives you less certainty upfront.
• Check the guarantee. A clear workmanship guarantee tells you what happens if the work is not right.
• Match the provider to the job. A single-brand dealer is ideal for a specific brand of new equipment. A multi-brand servicer is better for repairs across mixed equipment.
• Ask about availability. During the first cold snap, demand spikes. Same-day or next-morning service is the difference between one cold night and several.

What heating and cooling system suits Hobart’s climate?

For most Hobart homes, a reverse-cycle air conditioner (heat pump) is the practical choice. Australian Government guidance notes that reverse-cycle units are generally the most energy-efficient option for combined heating and cooling. In a cold climate, the heating side of that system does most of the work.

Sizing matters as much as brand. A unit that is too small runs constantly and struggles on the coldest days. One that is too large costs more to buy and to run. When comparing models, check the Zoned Energy Rating Label, which shows performance for cold, average and hot climate zones rather than a single generic rating.

Efficiency also has a real impact on running costs. According to energy.gov.au, heating and cooling can account for up to half of the energy used in an Australian home, depending on the climate zone. In a cool climate like Hobart’s, choosing and maintaining an efficient system is one of the larger levers you have over your power bill.

Frequently asked questions

How much does air conditioning servicing cost in Hobart?

A standard service or repair assessment from QuickAir is $239 for new customers and $229 for returning customers, fixed nationally. Local Hobart operators typically quote per job, so it is worth asking whether the price is fixed before you book.

How often should I service my heat pump?

We recommend servicing air conditioners annually, and every two years at a minimum. Gas heaters should be serviced and carbon monoxide tested at least every two years. Regular servicing keeps the system efficient, extends its life and reduces the chance of a breakdown during peak season.

Do I need a licensed technician to install air conditioning in Tasmania?

Yes. Any work involving refrigerant must be carried out by a technician holding a current Australian Refrigeration Council licence, and electrical work requires appropriate electrical licensing. Always confirm a provider’s licensing before work begins.

Is reverse-cycle better than gas heating for Hobart?

For most homes, yes. Reverse-cycle air conditioning is the most energy-efficient combined heating and cooling system available to households, and it avoids the carbon monoxide safety considerations that come with gas heating. Gas can still suit specific homes, particularly where ducted gas heating is already installed.

Booking air conditioning service in Hobart

Hobart has strong local specialists, and the right one for you depends on whether you are installing a new system, servicing an existing one, or fixing a breakdown. If same-day availability, fixed upfront pricing and a workmanship guarantee are what you are after, call QuickAir on 1300 730 896 or book online. Same day. Fixed price. On time guaranteed.