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Aircon chemical overhaul in Singapore

5 companies whose name or customers' public reviews mention chemical overhaul. Full strip-down and clean, for badly neglected units.

An overhaul is the deepest clean. Technicians completely dismantle the indoor and outdoor units, clean each component separately, and inspect worn parts such as capacitors, bearings and gaskets. Helpling suggests one every 3 to 5 years (Helpling, Feb 2026).

What it costs

Helpling publishes a chemical overhaul from S$160 a unit (9k to 18k BTU), S$180 (24k BTU) and S$350 for a ceiling unit (Helpling price list); its February 2026 guide gives S$150 to S$250 a unit generally (Helpling).

Signs you need it

  • The unit has not been serviced for over a year
  • Heavy dirt or mould a wash did not shift
  • Leaking and smells that keep coming back
  • Weak cooling with clean filters

What to ask the company

  • What will be replaced, and is it included?
  • How long will the unit be out?
  • Is the outdoor unit included?
  • What warranty comes with it?

More detail: Aircon Chemical Wash vs Chemical Overhaul: Which Do You Need?.

Companies for chemical overhaul

Most based in: Jurong West (2) ยท Paya Lebar (2)

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Chemical overhaul: questions

Is a chemical overhaul worth it?

For a unit that has gone a year or more without servicing, or that still smells or leaks after a wash, an overhaul cleans parts a wash cannot reach. For a regularly serviced unit, a wash is usually enough.

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