Bulkhead Air Conditioner Installation in Melbourne

Celik Group Air Conditioning installs bulkhead air conditioning for townhouses, apartments and homes with flat roofs or shallow ceiling cavities that cannot take a conventional ducted system. A compact reverse cycle indoor unit sits inside a bulkhead or ceiling void, so only slim supply and return grilles show in the room.

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Professional Bulkhead Split System Installation in Melbourne

A bulkhead AC installation in Melbourne puts a ducted split system into a smaller package. The indoor unit hides in a bulkhead, a hallway ceiling void or above a built-in cupboard, and short duct runs deliver air to one room or a few rooms next to each other. Outside, a refrigerant line set links it to the outdoor unit, much like a wall-mounted split system, but nothing hangs on your wall.

Before any bulkhead split system installation in Melbourne, we assess the ceiling cavity, plan the condensate drain and work out the heat load for each room being served. Single-room setups suit a bedroom or living area, while two or three bulkhead indoor units can run from one multi-split outdoor unit for wider coverage. Where the roof space is big enough, full ducted systems may be the better choice, and we tell you that upfront.

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Five-star reviews for our bulkhead projects often mention the clean ceiling finish, well-planned condensate drainage and units that were tested before the technician left.

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I highly recommend Celik Air Conditioning. From the initial quote through to the installation, the entire experience was outstanding. The team was professional, punctual, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable. They took the time to explain everything clearly, completed the installation to a very high standard, and left the work area clean and tidy. The air conditioning system is fantastic and works perfectly. I couldn’t be happier with the quality of the workmanship and the excellent customer service. Thank you to the entire Celik Air Conditioning team for a smooth and stress-free experience. I would definitely recommend your services to anyone looking for a reliable and professional air conditioning company.
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Special thanks to Harun for completing my last 3 jobs stress free. I would not hesitate to recommend Celik group for any heating/cooling works. On one of my Jobs two other companies said only bulk heads/split systems was possible, but after spending 1 hour with Harun on site he made if possible to have a ducted unit by innovating slightly which saved me big $’s. Best in the business.
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I had a great experience with Celik Group Air Conditioning. They responded very quickly and came out promptly to repair my home air conditioning system. The issue was diagnosed and fixed efficiently, and the whole process was professional and hassle-free. I’m very happy with their service and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and fast air conditioning repairs. Thank you!
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I’ve recently had the pleasure of Celik Group install a 6.8kw unit and couldn’t be happier with the service , the team were punctual and completed the installation to a very high standard, highly recommend their service !!
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Harry was amazing to deal with for our renovation in Essendon. Went through each stage of the works & explained exactly what each device/controller will do. Works amazing. Not a single issue. An absolute pleasure to deal with.
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Harun and the team at Celik Group Air Conditioning were amazing to deal with from start to finish. Their team was highly organised, respectful, and kept everything clean throughout the job. The quality of their workmanship was outstanding, and they completed the work to a very high standard. I would highly recommend Harun and his team to anyone looking for reliable and professional air conditioning services.
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Harun and his team at Celik Group Air Conditioning are absolute professionals and first class operators. It starts with their leadership with how organised and professional they are. Always on time when scheduled, very diligent and thorough in their work. They are also very reliable when it comes to after-care service and maintenance. I've used Celik Group Air Conditioning on several projects and couldn't recommend them any more highly!
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Professional, prompt, organised and pleasure to deal with. No better team in the business. Highly recommend.
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We recently had Celik Group install the complete heating and cooling system for our newly built home in Greenvale, and we could not be happier with the result. From the very first consultation, Harun — the director — impressed us with his professionalism, his deep knowledge of the systems available, and his clear, honest communication throughout the entire project. What really stood out was Harun's reliability. Every appointment was kept on time, every milestone was delivered as promised, and any questions we had were answered promptly and thoroughly. In an industry where delays and poor communication are all too common, this level of professionalism genuinely made a difference. The quality of the installation work itself was outstanding — clean, neat, and done properly the first time. Celik Group also offered very competitive pricing without any compromise on the standard of materials or workmanship. We received quotes from several other companies, and Harun's pricing was not only fair but represented excellent value for the quality delivered. We would not hesitate to recommend Celik Group to anyone looking for a reliable, skilled, and professional heating and cooling contractor. Harun and his team are a credit to their trade. Five stars, without question.
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AirTouch 2 adds a wall-mounted touchscreen and free mobile app to your ducted system, so every zone gets its own airflow control. Browse our installed pricing from Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric, Panasonic and Rinnai.

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Request a free measure from Celik Group Air Conditioning and a fixed written quote for bulkhead AC installation in Melbourne, with the ceiling void checked and unit capacity confirmed before any work is booked.

Why Townhouse and Apartment Owners Choose Us for Bulkhead Work

Each bulkhead air conditioner installation in Melbourne goes to the licensed team at Celik Group Air Conditioning, never to subcontractors. The crew mounts the indoor unit inside the bulkhead, runs insulated copper pipework, and installs a condensate drain line with a pump where gravity drainage will not work. Electrical work is completed with a dedicated circuit and outdoor isolator switch; owners corporation approval for the outdoor unit is sorted before work starts, and the price stays exactly as quoted.

Bulkhead Split System Installation in Melbourne From a Team Working Since 2004

Our bulkhead split system installation in Melbourne work spans apartments and townhouses in Box Hill, Burwood and Brighton, low-ceiling period homes in Canterbury and Camberwell, renovations in Blackburn, Balwyn and Bulleen, and new builds in Epping, Craigieburn, Wollert, Bundoora, Broadmeadows and Campbellfield. ARCtick licensing and CCM3accreditation sit behind Celik Group Air Conditioning, which hands every bulkhead customer a certificate of compliance when the work is done.

Bulkhead units are only one part of what we install. The team also handles air conditioning of every type, including reverse cycle air conditioning, evaporative cooling, VRV systems, zone management systems with AirTouch 5 control, as well as ducted heating and gas or electric heating. For faults, our repair service takes on Daikin air conditioning, split systems, Mitsubishi air conditioning, ducted heating, reverse cycle air conditioning and evaporative cooling.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a bulkhead AC installation in Melbourne?

It is the fit-out of a compact ducted indoor unit inside a ceiling bulkhead, connected to an outdoor unit and short duct runs. Only the discharge and return grilles are visible, which makes it a neat option where a wall-mounted split or a full ducted system will not fit.

Is a bulkhead split system installation in Melbourne cheaper than ducted?

For a single room, or two or three rooms side by side, a bulkhead system usually costs less than whole-home ducted because the duct runs are short and the unit is smaller. A whole house is usually better value with ducted, and your written quote compares both.

Which homes suit a bulkhead split system installation in Melbourne?

Apartments, townhouses, homes with flat roofs, single-storey houses with shallow ceiling cavities and renovations where a bulkhead is already planned all suit it. Heritage homes that want no visible wall unit are also good candidates, subject to outdoor unit placement.

How long does a bulkhead air conditioner installation in Melbourne take?

One day is typical for a single unit going into an existing bulkhead. Building a new bulkhead, running longer pipework or fitting two or three indoor units on a multi-split takes longer, and the timeline is listed in your quote.

Do I need approval before a bulkhead split system installation in Melbourne?

Apartments and townhouses usually need owners corporation approval for the outdoor unit location, and some heritage properties need council planning approval. We confirm what applies during the site visit.

Which brands do you install in bulkheads?

We supply compact Daikin and Mitsubishi Electric bulkhead units, chosen for their low height, quiet running and reverse cycle heating and cooling. The model is matched to the room size and the depth of the ceiling void.

Can a bulkhead system heat as well as cool?

Yes. Reverse cycle bulkhead units heat in winter and cool in summer from the same indoor and outdoor unit, and you can run them from a wired wall controller or a Wi-Fi adapter.

How is condensate drained from a ceiling bulkhead?

The drain line is planned before installation. Where the unit sits above a fall to an outside wall, water drains by gravity, and where it does not, a condensate pump is fitted. Getting this right keeps water out of your ceiling.

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