Cool You's fully internal water cooled air conditioning systems have been specially designed and developed for apartments and listed buildings in London where an outside condenser is not permitted. Our water-cooled systems deliver exceptional performance, surpassing even industry-leading conventional air conditioning brands with an outside condenser.
Unlike a traditional air conditioning system that removes heat using air (via an external condenser), our systems use water through an internal condenser to remove heat, making them ideal for apartments and listed buildings in London with installation restrictions.
Have you been told that you can't have air conditioning in your London apartment or Listed Building? If so, water cooled air conditioning is the solution you have been looking for!
Most air conditioning systems on the market have an external condenser containing the air conditioner's 'engine'. If you cannot install an air conditioner with an external condenser box, a water-cooled air conditioning system from Cool You is the solution you've been looking for.
The Benefits of our Fully Internal
Water Cooled Air Conditioning Systems
Water Cooled Air Conditioning Systems
Providing a high level of comfort, low noise and cost effective installation, our water cooled internal air conditioning systems provide many benefits whilst cooling your property.
- Installation from just one day by our specialist FGAS refrigeration engineers.
- Our air conditioning system offers a cost-effective solution. We can cool multiple rooms with just one internal condenser, tailoring the service to your property's cooling needs. So, it may not cost as much as you think - speak to an expert today!
- No outside unit—our water–cooled air conditioning solutions solve stringent property restrictions and apartments with limited exterior space. Everything is contained internally.
- No planning permission is required - everything is internal!
- Energy-efficient DC inverter technology significantly reduces energy consumption compared to non-inverters and is comparable to the latest conventional AC systems, which can have an external condenser.
- Compact design – The smallest and most energy-efficient condensers, designed and built by us, without compromise, for London apartments with whisper-quiet operation
- Cool one or more rooms with every room controlled individually
- Ducted room units available
- It provides cooling simply by being plumbed into your property's cold water supply, just like a dishwasher or washing machine
- No pipe work on show
- Extensive maintenance programme available with complete parts backup
- A bulletproof 6-year parts and labour warranty
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Key Features Of Our Fully Internal Water
Cooled Air Conditioning Systems
Cooled Air Conditioning Systems
Our fully internal water cooled air conditioning solutions have been specially designed and developed for apartments and listed buildings in London where you cannot have an outside condenser.
- Everything is enclosed in your property
- No outside access required - Our air conditioning systems operate entirely within your property. We install everything inside, so there's no need for external installations, and we won't need access to the outside of your property to fit your system.
- Ideal for retrofitting in your London apartment or listed building
- Easily concealed condensing unit - we designed our water-cooled condenser units to be concealed and maximise space efficiency for small London apartments. Their small size allows them to be easily installed in cupboards or under sinks, which is perfect for properties where space is limited.
- ‘A++’ rated for Energy Efficiency
- Whisper quiet room units - our internal wall-mounted room units are the quietest available
- Energy efficient DC inverter technology
- The latest environmentally friendly R32 refrigerant
- We can air condition up to three rooms from one compact multi-split internal condenser
- Different room unit options - you can connect our water-cooled condenser units to various indoor units like a conventional split system. This setup offers multiple customisable wall unit options and ducted units that stay discreetly hidden behind a grill, given that you have enough void space above your ceiling.
- Great for home-workers
- Dehumidifies rooms in cooling mode
- i-FEEL closer-to-you temperature control as standard on all DC inverter systems (wi-fi enabled!) i-Feel lets you set the temperature remotely, so you'll never have to worry about returning to a hot, stuffy apartment.
- No outside condenser - No planning permission!
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To find out more, watch the video below about our water cooled air conditioning systems
What is an Internal Water Cooled
Air Conditioning System and How Does it Work?
Air Conditioning System and How Does it Work?
With most London apartment buildings, you are not permitted to use external condensers or make penetrations through the exterior walls of the building. Our internal water-cooled air conditioning systems are a no-compromise solution for fully-fledged air conditioning where you cannot have an external condenser box.
Water-cooled air conditioning systems operate like traditional split-type systems with an external unit. However, our system uniquely uses water to cool the heated gas refrigerant instead of relying on outside air.
The key advantage of this design for you as a London homeowner is that it functions entirely indoors. It eliminates the need for an outdoor condenser. It only requires a water supply and a drain to connect to the indoor condenser.
How a Cool You state-of-the-art fully internal water cooled condenser works
The condenser's function in a water cooled air conditioning system is primarily to cool the refrigerant and remove heat from the space. Connections to this condenser are similar to those required to plumb a residential washing machine or dishwasher. It has water-in and water-out connections. When needed, the motorised 3000-stage water valve opens up, allows controlled water flow through the condenser only, and shuts off automatically when not required. The condenser is set up to use the minimum amount of water to take the maximum amount of heat away.
The water being supplied can come from a condenser water loop system (if available), as typically found in multi-unit retail complexes or other clean water supplies, as long as the correct flow and pressure are available. Alternatively, as is the case in many apartments, it must come directly from the property’s main cold water supply. The water feeding the system goes through a check valve to prevent backflow, and the water being discharged from the condenser (typically 20-30 degrees warmer than the water going in) has the appropriate air gap and trap. This ensures that the system and the installation are compliant with regulations.
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It's all on the inside...
Our entirely internal solution includes a whisper-quiet room unit (fan coil). This is installed in the room that's going to be air-conditioned. We typically specify a wall-mounted unit for a retrofit installation. Still, it can also be a concealed ducted unit, usually specified during complete home refurbishments. The room units are sleek and neutral, so they will not clash with your colour scheme.
Easily concealed water cooler condenser
The internal condenser is easily conscealed in a hall cupboard or even in a kitchen cupboard
The internal condenser is easily conscealed in a hall cupboard or even in a kitchen cupboard
A whisper-quiet room unit
Cooling the open plan kitchen/living/dining area
Cooling the open plan kitchen/living/dining area
Two water-cooled condensers
These were installed within a built-in wardrobe in a bathroom
Effortless cooling
With a whisper-quiet room unit in a kitchen
Space-saving installation
Internal condenser built into the ceiling void to save space in this apartment
Space-saving installation
Internal condenser built into the ceiling void to save space in this apartment
Water cooled air conditioning units - No visible pipework and no ugly condenser outside...
Our system's installation is designed for your convenience. The refrigeration pipework typically runs from the room unit into the ceiling void, which is concealed to the condenser box. Our innovative approach places the condenser on the inside, hidden from view in your London apartment, unlike traditional systems with unsightly external condensers.
In most cases, we strategically position the unit in the utility space or under a kitchen counter, ensuring it remains conveniently hidden yet near the required services. The exact location will be discussed during your site survey, providing a tailored approach that perfectly meets your needs.
Unlike conventional systems, our internal condensers (water cooled air conditioning units) utilise water to dissipate heat in a controlled and highly efficient manner. This pioneering design has allowed us to manufacture a condenser that is a fraction of the size of an external air-cooled box. Our internal condensers are compact, remarkably quiet, and incredibly efficient, a testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering the best product to you, our customer.
How long does it take to install a
Cool You Internal Water Cooled Air Conditioning System?
In most cases, we will install your water-cooled air conditioning system in one day, usually within seven days of your initial enquiry!
At Cool You, we pride ourselves on providing a seamless user experience. We prioritise your convenience and aim to simplify the entire process at every stage, from the survey to the installation. We will work around your schedule and ensure we arrive on time, keeping you informed throughout the process.
Our installations are designed to be completed in just one day, minimising disruption to your daily routine. Upon receiving your enquiry and confirmation for installing your entire internal air conditioning system, our highly professional team will strive to arrive at your residence promptly at 8 am. Depending on your apartment and the type of installation, we could complete the installation as early as 4 pm, ensuring a swift and efficient service.
There will be no need for a follow-up appointment, as our team will provide all the necessary information to keep the system running smoothly. The installation process is non-invasive, ensuring that your room remains as spotless as it was before our team entered.
We encourage you to watch our latest videos below if you have any doubts, or check out our case studies. In these videos, our managing director, Savva, answers the question: How long do your fully internal air conditioning systems take to install? He provides a detailed explanation of the installation process and the factors that can affect the installation time.
How Long Do Things Take?
How much disruption and mess with there be?
To enquire about air conditioning in your London home, please contact the team at Cool You at (0207) 043 2275 or fill in the form below and we will get straight back to you.