In Madrid, there is a custom that no one admits: remembering the air conditioning on the first day of 38 degrees. That day, half the city calls at once, schedules fill up until August, and the standing fan becomes the most beloved appliance in the house again.
Delaire 2000, a air conditioning installation company in Madrid since 2000 and based in Pinto, has seen this scene repeat every June, and their advice is not very romantic but very practical: install in autumn, when there is time to do it right.
Before letting anyone into your home with a drill, it's wise to check what other customers think. The Google profile of Delaire 2000 gathers hundreds of reviews with a rating close to five, something hard to fake when we talk about work in other people's homes. To request a visit or a quote, the phone number is 918 098 383.
Why Not Wait Until June
The logic is simple. In the middle of summer, deadlines are extended and the options for selection are reduced. One ends up accepting the equipment that is available in the warehouse and the first free date, which might fall in the week of the August bank holiday.
In October or November, the conversation is different. The technician can come to see the home without rush, measure the area, check the orientation, and explain why your living room with a west-facing window doesn't need the same as the interior bedroom. At Delaire 2000, the average installation time is around 48 hours, and the preliminary commercial visit is free.
Moreover, almost all current units function as heat pumps. That is, the unit you install now will also heat your home this winter. Waiting until summer is starting to make less sense.
What Equipment Does Your Home Need
There is no perfect air conditioning; there is only the one that fits your home. This is the part where it is wise to distrust anyone who offers you the same without having seen the flat.
Split and Multisplit
The wall-mounted split is the classic: one unit inside, another outside, and one room climatized. It is the most common option for bedrooms and living rooms, and it usually takes a day to install.
If you want to climatize several rooms without turning the facade into a catalogue of machines, the multisplit connects several indoor units (up to five) to a single outdoor unit. Your community of neighbours will thank you, or at least complain less.
Ducted Systems
This is the most discreet option. The unit is hidden in the false ceiling and distributes air through vents in each room. It is not visible, hardly audible, and allows for temperature regulation by zones. In return, it usually requires some construction work, which is budgeted separately.
Commercial Spaces, Offices, and Warehouses
For shops and offices, cassette units work well, embedded in the ceiling and with air outlets in four directions. In large buildings, hotels, or warehouses, VRV or VRF systems are used, capable of providing cooling and heating simultaneously in different areas. Delaire 2000 works in both residential and industrial climatization, with prior technical study and legalisation according to RITE.
What Should Be Included in a Good Quote
This is where professionals separate themselves from those who install a split on a Saturday morning “because I have a brother-in-law who knows how.” A serious quote details what is included and what is not, without small print that appears later.
A standard installation should include the preliminary visit, the equipment, the supports, the refrigerant connection, pipe insulation, the drainage, the leak test, the start-up, and the removal of the old unit. And they should explain how the remote control works, which is no small matter.
Warranty and Additional Work
Always ask about the warranty and get it in writing. At Delaire 2000, they speak of three years on the equipment and two on the installation, with the invoice as proof. Periodic maintenance is contracted separately.
It is also good to know what is charged separately. Masonry work for duct installations, condensate pumps, long runs of piping, or cranes to lift the unit are common charges. Community permits are the owner's responsibility, so it's better to talk to the administrator beforehand rather than afterwards.
Efficiency and Electricity Bill
A cheap unit that consumes like an oven is not cheap at all. Pay attention to two things. The first is the inverter technology, which adjusts the compressor speed instead of turning on and off abruptly, and can reduce consumption by up to 40% compared to older models.
The second is the gas. The R-32 has a climate impact about three times lower than the R-410A that many units from a decade ago used. If you are offered something with old gas, ask why.
As for brands, Delaire 2000 is a Daikin Partner and also works with Mitsubishi, Giatsu, and Vaillant, with its own stock. And for those who want to control the temperature from the sofa or from the office, there are remotes that can be operated via mobile and are compatible with Alexa or Google Home.
Financing and Grants
A complete installation can represent a significant outlay, especially if we are talking about duct systems or the entire home. Some companies allow payment in instalments without interest. In the case of Delaire 2000, financing is offered at 0% TIN, with bank approval in 24 to 48 hours.
Regarding grants, it is wise to ask before signing. Delaire 2000 does not process the grants, but they do provide the installation documentation and manage the industry registration, which is usually a requirement to apply for them. They work in Madrid city, surrounding municipalities, and Toledo, and to request a quote, just call 918 098 383.
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