Do I need a licensed refrigeration mechanic for a heat pump?

Yes — split-system and heat pump installation requires a licensed refrigeration and air conditioning technician as well as an electrician. Confirm both are covered, as refrigerant handling is a separate licence.

Will a heat pump heat a Tasmanian home in winter?

A correctly sized cold-climate reverse-cycle heat pump works well in Tasmania, but sizing and model choice matter a lot in colder areas. A proper heat-load assessment avoids an undersized system that struggles on frosty mornings.

How does servicing affect performance?

Filters, coils and refrigerant charge affect efficiency and running cost, and regular servicing keeps the system performing in cold weather. Annual servicing is worthwhile in Tasmania's climate.

Do HVAC businesses service rural and island properties?

Many do, though travel to remote and island locations adds cost and lead time. Mention any access or freight considerations when booking.

Do tradespeople here cover the whole of greater Hobart?

Most businesses based in Hobart cover the greater area — the northern suburbs and Glenorchy, the eastern shore through to Sorell, and south through Kingston and the Channel — but some restrict their radius or charge travel beyond a set point. Say where you are when you call.

Does the mountain and valley frost affect what work can be done?

Cold mornings, frost and occasional snow on the higher slopes can delay roofing, concreting and external painting, and they matter for heating design. A business used to the area will plan around the seasons rather than promise a fixed date.

Best Heating & Cooling in Hobart

10 heating & cooling across Hobart and the surrounding area, ranked — with what each business actually does, taken from their own websites.

Listings checked 9 October 2026.

About heating & cooling in Hobart

Hobart sits between the Derwent estuary and kunanyi / Mount Wellington, and the work here is a mix of heritage homes in Battery Point and North Hobart, post-war brick through the northern suburbs and Glenorchy, and newer builds on the eastern shore and out toward the Huon. Frost on winter mornings in the Derwent Valley and snow on the mountain are routine rather than unusual, so roofing, gutters, drainage and heating are seasonal jobs, not cosmetic ones.

The ranking

Featured listings are marked and appear first. The remaining businesses are ordered editorially by what we could verify from their own material. Order is not a paid ranking, and we do not list businesses we cannot confirm.

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4Front Services

Kingston, 7050 ·

An electrical and energy business founded in 2016 at Kingston that supplies and installs heat pumps and split and ducted systems alongside solar, batteries, security cameras and lighting, and is an authorised dealer for Daikin and Actron Air. Its site describes a quoted design process that starts with an on-site meeting before work is scheduled. Well suited to new builds and renovations across greater Hobart where heating, cooling and electrical work are happening together.

Heat pumps · Split systems · Ducted systems · Underfloor heating · Solar · Batteries
- Daikin & Actron Air dealer
- Est. 2016
0468 059 603 Website (opens in a new tab) Email Details

Shop 91/29 Channel Hwy, Kingston, 7050
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All Aspects Heating & Refrigeration

Margate ·

A Margate-based heating and refrigeration business whose owner Shane Clark reports over 30 years in the industry, servicing the Huon and Kingborough regions as well as greater Hobart. Its site specialises in commercial and marine refrigeration and handles split, multi, ducted and underfloor heating, promoting troubleshooting to get more out of an existing system. Suited to households and marine or small-commercial customers in the Channel and Huon area who want a refrigeration trade rather than a general electrician.

Refrigeration · Commercial refrigeration · Marine refrigeration · Split systems · Ducted heating · Underfloor heating
- 30+ years
0400 505 152 Website (opens in a new tab) Email Details

Margate
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EGS Electric Gas Solar

Hobart, 7000 ·

A Hobart business that states it has traded since 1938 and runs a showroom at 1 Warwick St, describing itself as a Daikin specialist dealer and Fujitsu partner. It supplies and installs heat pumps, ducted systems, smart air controls, solar and heat pump hot water, and services heat pumps, hot water and solar across greater Hobart and the East Coast. Suited to households wanting heating, cooling and energy work from an established local firm with a showroom and licensed trades.

Heat pumps · Ducted systems · Smart air controls · Solar & battery · Heat pump hot water · Servicing
- Daikin specialist dealer
- Since 1938
03 6211 0444 Website (opens in a new tab) Email Details

1 Warwick St, Hobart, 7000
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4
Emery Air

Kingston ·

A southern Tasmanian heat pump, air conditioning and refrigeration business established in August 2008 and ARC registered (AU41597). Its site covers heat pump servicing, repairs and installation, ventilation compliant with AS1668, and servicing of cool rooms and freezers for supermarkets, pubs and small shops. Best suited to homeowners and small commercial operators wanting one licensed technician for both air conditioning and light refrigeration work.

Heat pumps · Air conditioning · Refrigeration · Ventilation
- ARC registered
- Est. 2008
0418 616 942 Website (opens in a new tab) Email Details

Kingston
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Iconic Energy

Kingston, 7050 ·

A Kingston-based electrical and energy business whose site takes a whole-home approach to air conditioning, assessing a home's layout, electrical capacity, insulation and usage before recommending split or ducted systems, ceiling fans and smart controls. It also cleans and services systems across southern Tasmania and publishes electrical licence 216945337. Suited to households that want the system correctly sized and integrated with their electrical setup rather than fitted as an afterthought.

Air conditioning · Ducted systems · Split systems · Ceiling fans · Servicing
- Licensed & insured
0417 297 917 Website (opens in a new tab) Email Details

3/20 Mertonvale Circuit, Kingston, 7050
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Kibbey & Cooper

Margate, 7054 ·

A family-owned and run refrigeration and air conditioning business established in 1986 and based at Margate, south of Hobart. Its site covers commercial, industrial, ammonia, marine and transport refrigeration plus commercial, domestic and automotive air conditioning, and advertises a 24/7 after-hours service for breakdowns. The strongest fit for commercial and industrial clients and marine or transport operators wanting a refrigeration specialist that also handles air conditioning.

Commercial refrigeration · Industrial refrigeration · Ammonia refrigeration · Marine refrigeration · Transport refrigeration · Air conditioning
- Family owned
- Est. 1986
- 24/7 service
03 6267 1052 Website (opens in a new tab) Email Details

54 Gemalla Rd, Margate, 7054
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7
Parr's Heat Pump Centre

Derwent Park ·

A Hobart heat pump retailer that describes itself as southern Tasmania's leading air conditioning outlet and Tasmania's largest Daikin dealer, and states over 50 years in business with more than 250 years of combined experience. Its site covers split, multi and ducted systems, underfloor heating and heat pump hot water at home, plus small-to-large commercial air conditioning and refrigeration for business. Best suited to buyers who want a long-established, brand-authorised dealer to design, supply and install a system and then service it.

Split systems · Ducted systems · Underfloor heating · Heat pump hot water · Commercial refrigeration
- Daikin Premium Partner
- 50+ years
03 6273 1577 Website (opens in a new tab) Email Details

41 Lampton Avenue, Derwent Park
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RBR Refrigeration Sales & Services

Glenorchy, 7010 ·

A second-generation, family-owned commercial refrigeration business at 7 Massey St, Glenorchy, founded by Robert Burns and now run by his sons Mark and Scott, stating over 100 years of combined experience and ARC Tick certification. Its site covers commercial refrigeration supply, installation, servicing and repairs, custom coolrooms and freezer rooms, and a 24/7 emergency service that includes mobile coolrooms for events or breakdowns. A clear fit for hospitality, retail and food businesses needing a refrigeration specialist on call.

Commercial refrigeration · Coolrooms & freezer rooms · Mobile coolrooms · Refrigeration repairs · 24/7 emergency
- Family owned
- ARC Tick
- 24/7 emergency
03 6272 7338 Website (opens in a new tab) Email Details

7 Massey St, Glenorchy, 7010
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Sackett Services

Cambridge ·

A Tasmanian family-owned and operated business trading since 1992 that describes itself as providing electrical, mechanical engineering, air conditioning, heating and pool services to commercial, industrial and residential customers across southern Tasmania, with reciprocal arrangements with northern contractors for statewide jobs. Its site covers heat pump installation and servicing and states it tackles complex engineering work. Best suited to commercial and industrial clients, and homeowners wanting one contractor for heating, cooling and the electrical work around it.

Heat pumps · Air conditioning · Commercial HVAC · Pool heating · EV charging · Electrical
- Family owned
- Est. 1992
03 6272 7776 Website (opens in a new tab) Details

Cambridge
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Southern Air

Glenorchy ·

A Hobart heating and cooling retailer operating since 1991 and now run by its second generation of owners, with a Glenorchy showroom where customers can see products before buying. Its site covers heat pumps, ducted systems and hydronic heating for homes and businesses, and it is a Daikin authorised specialist that also does servicing and maintenance. Suited to households wanting to compare systems in person and have one local firm handle design, installation and ongoing servicing.

Heat pumps · Ducted systems · Hydronic heating · Servicing & maintenance
- Daikin authorised specialist
- Est. 1991
03 6274 1111 Website (opens in a new tab) Email Details

41 Chapel Street, Glenorchy
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Heating & Cooling in Hobart — common questions

Do I need a licensed refrigeration mechanic for a heat pump?: Yes — split-system and heat pump installation requires a licensed refrigeration and air conditioning technician as well as an electrician. Confirm both are covered, as refrigerant handling is a separate licence.
Will a heat pump heat a Tasmanian home in winter?: A correctly sized cold-climate reverse-cycle heat pump works well in Tasmania, but sizing and model choice matter a lot in colder areas. A proper heat-load assessment avoids an undersized system that struggles on frosty mornings.
How does servicing affect performance?: Filters, coils and refrigerant charge affect efficiency and running cost, and regular servicing keeps the system performing in cold weather. Annual servicing is worthwhile in Tasmania's climate.
Do HVAC businesses service rural and island properties?: Many do, though travel to remote and island locations adds cost and lead time. Mention any access or freight considerations when booking.
Do tradespeople here cover the whole of greater Hobart?: Most businesses based in Hobart cover the greater area — the northern suburbs and Glenorchy, the eastern shore through to Sorell, and south through Kingston and the Channel — but some restrict their radius or charge travel beyond a set point. Say where you are when you call.
Does the mountain and valley frost affect what work can be done?: Cold mornings, frost and occasional snow on the higher slopes can delay roofing, concreting and external painting, and they matter for heating design. A business used to the area will plan around the seasons rather than promise a fixed date.

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