In the space under a raised floor or deck
Common on Como homes built into the slope.
Works well when: There is enough height and airflow, and a technician can reach it safely for servicing.
Como 2226, on the Georges River
Air Conditioning Como For Homes on the Hills Above the River
Como grew up on the slopes above the Georges River, with the Woronora River to the west. Lots of homes sit on sloping blocks with stairs, decks and not much flat ground, so where the outdoor unit goes is the first question we answer.
Updated October 2026
- Postcode
- 2226
- Rivers
- Georges River to the north, Woronora River to the west
- Typical block
- Sloping, often with stairs and decks
- Main challenge
- Finding a safe, serviceable spot for the outdoor unit
Air conditioning in Como is shaped by the slope of the land. Many homes sit on hillside blocks above the Georges River, so the outdoor unit position, pipe route and service access need planning before anything else. River humidity also keeps systems busy through summer. Alpha & Omega has installed air conditioning across the Sutherland Shire since 1989.
Where does the outdoor unit go?
Outdoor Unit Options for Sloping Como Blocks
There is nearly always a good spot. It just depends on what your block gives us.
Mounted on a side or rear wall
Keeps the unit off sloping ground and away from leaf build-up.
Works well when: The wall is solid, the brackets are rated for the unit, and it can still be reached for maintenance.
A small concrete or composite pad
Gives a stable base where the ground drops away.
Works well when: There is a flat-enough spot near the house with good drainage.
Near the street or the top of the block
Sometimes the easiest access is from the driveway side.
Works well when: Pipe runs to the rooms are reasonable, and the unit will not disturb neighbours. Multi-split →
Long pipe runs and pumped drains are normal here
On a sloping block, the outdoor unit can end up a fair way from the rooms it serves, and water from the indoor unit cannot always run downhill on its own.
We size pipe runs properly and fit condensate pumps where they are needed, so nothing leaks or struggles.
Como services
Air Conditioning Installation and Repairs in Como
From a single bedroom split to a full ducted system in a split-level home.
Split-level and pole homes are common around Como. We plan the install around the levels, not against them.
Split systems
One or two rooms, with the outdoor unit placed for safe access.
Read more →Multi-split
Several rooms from one outdoor unit, ideal when there is only one good spot.
Read more →Ducted for split-level homes
Zoned so each level can run on its own.
Read more →Servicing
Coil, filter and drain care for systems working in river humidity.
Read more →Repairs
Leaks, noise, weak cooling and pump faults sorted.
Read more →Wi-Fi control
Run the system from your phone with Daikin Wi-Fi.
Read more →
Warning signs
Is Your Como Air Conditioner Due for a Repair?
Humid summers by the river mean long run times, and that is when faults show themselves.
Book a technician if:
- It blows air but the room stays muggy and warm
- There is a new rattle, grind or loud hum outside
- You smell mould, damp or burning when it starts
- Water is overflowing from the indoor unit or the drain pump
- The safety switch trips when it comes on
- You can hear the condensate pump running non-stop
What we install
Daikin Systems for Como Homes
Daikin's inverter systems are a good match for Como's humid river summers. They hold the temperature steady and have a proper dry mode for sticky days.
- Five years of Daikin parts and labour cover on our installs
- Dry mode for humid days by the river
- Blue Fin protection on each outdoor coil
- Quiet running for close-set hillside neighbours
Como FAQs
Air Conditioning Questions From Como
Where should the outdoor unit go on a sloping block?
Under a raised floor or deck, on wall brackets, or on a level pad are the usual options. The right spot has good airflow, drains well and can be reached safely for servicing.
What is a condensate pump and do I need one?
Indoor units produce water that normally drains by gravity. If the drain has to run uphill or a long way, a small pump moves the water out. On sloping Como blocks they are quite common.
Can you install ducted air conditioning in a split-level home?
Yes. We usually zone it by level so you can run upstairs and downstairs separately, and plan duct runs around the changes in floor height.
Does river humidity affect my air conditioner?
It keeps systems running longer in summer and means more moisture passes through the indoor unit. Using dry mode on muggy days and keeping drains clean helps a lot.
How often should I service my system?
Once a year for most Como homes. If your unit is close to the water or under heavy trees, every six months is better.
Do you hold the right licences?
Yes, with ARC refrigerant licence AU54289 and NSW contractor licence 329810C.
Around the 2226 area
Suburbs Near Como We Service
The same careful planning suits the other river suburbs around Como.
Jannali 2226Bonnet Bay 2226Oyster Bay 2225Kareela 2232Woronora 2232Sylvania 2224
Como bookings
Let Us Find the Right Spot on Your Block
A licensed technician will look at the block, the rooms and the access, then give you a fixed price for a tidy, serviceable install.
Placement planned for safe servicing
Fixed price* before work starts
Tidy installs inside and out
*Call-out, travel and quote visit fees can vary depending on the job and where you are. We'll confirm any costs with you when you book, before any work starts.
Sources: Como, Wikipedia.
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