Homeowner's Pre-Installation Checklist — 15 Things to Prepare Before Your Aircond Arrives

15 Things to Prepare Before Your Aircond Installation

A well-prepared installation goes faster, cleaner, and with better results. Our installation specialists have compiled this checklist from 500+ installations — tick off each item before your technician arrives for the smoothest experience possible.

Before Booking (Planning Phase)

✅ 1. Choose the Right HP for Each Room

Measure your rooms (length × width) and use our free BTU Calculator or HP sizing guide to determine the correct capacity. Wrong HP = poor cooling or wasted electricity.

✅ 2. Decide Indoor Unit Positions

For each room, choose where the indoor unit will go. Best positions are:

• Above the bed headboard (bedrooms) — cool air flows over you while sleeping
• Opposite the main seating area (living rooms) — even distribution
• Away from direct sunlight and heat sources
• On a wall with easy access to the outdoor unit position

✅ 3. Choose the Outdoor Unit Position

The outdoor unit needs: shade (or sun shield), 30cm+ clearance all around, accessible for maintenance, away from bedroom windows (yours and neighbours'). See our outdoor placement guide.

✅ 4. Check Your Electrical Capacity

Open your DB box and check: are there spare MCB slots? Is the main supply adequate? For 2.0 HP+ units, you'll need a dedicated circuit. See our old wiring guide if your home is pre-2005.

✅ 5. Plan Pipe Routing

Think about how the copper pipes will run from indoor to outdoor unit. Shorter, straighter runs = less extra pipe cost. Our technician will confirm the best route during the site survey.

Day Before Installation

✅ 6. Clear the Work Area

Move furniture, curtains, and fragile items at least 2 meters away from the planned indoor unit position. Our team brings drop sheets, but clearing the area speeds up work and protects your belongings.

✅ 7. Clear Outdoor Unit Access

Remove plants, pots, laundry, and obstacles from the outdoor unit position. Ensure the technician has clear access to the wall/ledge/balcony.

✅ 8. Inform Building Management (Condo)

If you live in a condo, submit the installation application to your JMB/MC office. Most require 3-7 days advance notice. See our condo rules guide.

✅ 9. Book the Service Lift (High-Rise)

For floors above 5, book the service lift for your installation time slot. Some buildings require 2-3 days advance booking.

✅ 10. Confirm Parking for Technician

Arrange visitor parking or inform security about the technician's vehicle. This saves 15-30 minutes of the technician's time (and your installation time).

Installation Day

✅ 11. Be Present for the Site Survey

The first 15-20 minutes involve a walkthrough where the technician assesses positions, pipe routing, and electrical. Your input on preferences is important at this stage.

✅ 12. Approve the Final Quote

After the site survey, the technician will confirm the final price including any extras (additional pipe, bracket, MCB). Approve or discuss before work begins — no surprises.

✅ 13. Keep Children & Pets Away from Work Area

Drilling, pipe cutting, and electrical work create hazards. Keep children and pets in a different room during the 2-3 hour installation.

✅ 14. Test the Unit Before Technician Leaves

Before signing the job card, run the unit and verify:

• Cool air is flowing from the indoor unit
• All fan speeds work (low, medium, high, auto)
• Remote control responds correctly
• No water dripping from indoor unit
• No unusual noises from indoor or outdoor unit
• Outdoor unit fan is running and expelling hot air

✅ 15. Collect Your Job Card & Warranty Details

The job card is your warranty document. It records: unit model, serial number, gas type, pipe length, installation date, and warranty start date. Keep it safe — you'll need it for any warranty claim or future service.

After Installation

• Run the unit for 24 hours to verify stable operation
• Set thermostat to 24°C for optimal comfort and efficiency
• Clean filters every 2-4 weeks
• Book your first professional service in 6 months
• Save our WhatsApp number: +60 18-298 3573 for any future needs

Ready to Book?

Our expert installation team is ready to serve you across KL & Selangor. Same-day available for bookings before 11 AM. From RM 199, transparent pricing, 1-month warranty.

WhatsApp +60 18-298 3573 — tell us your unit type, HP, and area for an instant quote.