Moved without losing refrigerant
AC removal & refitting in Madinat Al Sultan
In Madinat Al Sultan, south Jeddah, moving AC units in villas and modern residential complexes demands high precision because the area maintains strict building standards. Alrabih's team fully evacuates the refrigerant, transports units with great care, and installs them with comprehensive performance and compatibility testing.
- Refrigerant saved
- Fresh copper
- Holes sealed
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When you need removal and refitting
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Moving to a new home
You want to take your units to the new home without losing the refrigerant charge or arriving with a unit that no longer cools properly. The right removal keeps the charge locked in the outdoor unit until refitting.
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Renovation or repainting
Contractors need a clear wall for painting or plastering. We remove the indoor unit after saving the refrigerant, and once the renovation is done, we refit and close old holes that would otherwise spoil the fresh wall finish.
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Repositioning a unit in the same building
The current position may no longer suit new furniture, or the old wall core is in the wrong place. We move it to the better spot and plan the new copper and drain route before drilling anything.
Who it's for
Renovating your flat and need walls cleared
We remove indoor units after pump-down, seal old holes, then refit once finishing work is complete so your units are never handled by the renovation crew.
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We survey both premises, pump down, remove the units from the current site, then refit them at the new location with copper runs and drain lines suited to the new building layout.
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What the service covers
- Pump-down into outdoor unit
- Remove both units cap pipes
- Seal old wall holes
- Mueller copper insulated on site
- Vacuum test and start-up
How we work
How we work
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Survey both sites
We visit the removal site and the new location to plan the copper route, drain line and run length, and tell you if new copper or extra materials are needed.
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Pump down and remove
We run the unit in pump-down mode until all refrigerant moves into the outdoor unit, then close the service valves and remove both units carefully.
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Seal holes and transport
We close the old wall cores with suitable material so they do not let in hot air or insects, then transport both units to the new location.
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Refit, vacuum and start
We mount both units, run Mueller copper in runs of up to 30 metres without welded joints, vacuum the line, test the joints, then release the saved refrigerant and verify cooling with you present.
Proper removal or an unprepared one?
| Alrabih | The usual way | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerant | Saved by pump-down | Lost to the air |
| Copper pipes | Capped at removal | Open, moisture enters |
| Old holes | Sealed after removal | Left open, air leaks in |
| New-site copper | New Mueller, insulated | Old copper reused |
| Drain at new site | Drain fall planned at survey | Left to chance during fitting |
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From system design and duct fabrication to installation, commissioning and maintenance.
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Some of our work
Ductwork, rooftop units and diffusers, from work we've completed in Jeddah.
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What our customers say
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“MashaaAllah. Services are so good. Behaviour and kindness 100/100. Prices are less then Market. Fully recommended”
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We come to you anywhere in Jeddah
From Al Shiraa and Al Yaqout in the north to Al Thaghr and Al Quraiyat in the south, with our base in Al Aziziyah.
What sets this district apart
Madinat Al Sultan is an upmarket residential area with modern villas, mansions and premium complexes, where most buildings are new and follow high construction standards with advanced thermal insulation. Villa owners may relocate units for renovation or expansion, and outdoor spaces are usually spacious and well-organised. However, residential management and contractors enforce strict standards on outdoor unit placement and copper routing to ensure overall aesthetics and quality.
Madinat Al Sultan sits in upmarket south Jeddah, a modern residential complex of contemporary villas, mansions and high-level planned communities.
Most villas in Madinat Al Sultan have modern split units or central systems, with outdoor units mounted according to strict architectural standards set by contractors and residential management.
The AC setup in Madinat Al Sultan
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Modern split unit in a contemporary villa with planned outdoor space
Most modern villas in Madinat Al Sultan have planned, uniform outdoor spaces, and outdoor unit installation follows specific architectural standards.
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Central AC system with a designated platform for the outdoor unit
Premium villas may have central AC systems with a powerful outdoor unit on an architect-specified platform meeting residential management standards.
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Copper tubes concealed in walls or concealed ducts
Some premium villas require copper tubes to be concealed in walls or ducts for aesthetic reasons, demanding precise coordination with contractors.
Before the visit
Before our visit in Madinat Al Sultan
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Request residential management approval for the relocation plan
Submit the relocation plan and new location to residential management before our visit, and provide documentation of their approval.
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Ensure pathways and entrances are clear for equipment
Check that pathways from the main entrance to the new outdoor location are wide enough for safe and easy unit transport.
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Obtain the new unit layout and required tube specifications
Ask the contractor or engineer for the new location layout with indoor and outdoor unit positions and expected tube routing marked.
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FAQ
Questions about AC removal & refitting
Can the old copper pipes be reused at the new site?
It depends on the condition of the pipes and the layout at the new site. If the pipes are free of oxidation and insulation cracking, and the length fits the new run, they can be reused after inspection. If the new site needs a longer route or the existing pipes show wear, fresh Mueller copper pipe at 99% pure copper is run to suit the new layout. The site survey decides.
Why not just remove the unit without pumping down first?
Before any connection is opened, the compressor is run to pump the refrigerant charge into the outdoor unit and the service valves are closed on it. If the connections are opened first, the refrigerant escapes into the air and is lost entirely, which is both costly and harmful to the environment. Pumping down first keeps the full charge sealed inside the outdoor unit, ready to use at the new site.
What happens to the old wall hole after the unit is removed?
Once the pipes and cable are pulled out, the hole is cleared of insulation remnants and sleeve material, then sealed with a filler suited to the wall type, whether concrete, brick or gypsum board. The aim is a tight closure that stops humid air and insects from entering and leaves the wall surface clean before the site is handed back.
Can a unit be moved to a different floor in the same building?
Yes, but moving to a different floor means a completely new pipe route, a different cable length, and possibly a changed drain line fall. The site survey defines the pipe path, the required run length and the outdoor unit position. Mueller copper pipe at 99% pure copper is then laid along a route that accounts for the floor difference, and a vacuum test and pressure test are carried out before the unit is started.
Can a unit be moved to a different floor in the same building?
Yes, but a different floor changes the copper run length, the drain route and where the outdoor unit is fixed. At the survey we establish whether extra copper is needed and where the drain can fall correctly, then plan the full route before any removal begins.
The residential management has strict standards for outdoor unit placement, do you work within these constraints?
Yes, we ask you to provide the new location plan from management before our visit, and we ensure the installation meets their standards.
My new villa has central AC, can we relocate the old unit instead of replacing it?
It depends on compatibility of your old unit with the new central system. We ask for photos of the new layout and old unit specs, then advise the best option.
Heat and humidity are high in the south, do modern units handle this better?
Modern units have better insulation and perform more efficiently in high heat and coastal humidity. After relocation we test actual performance to ensure optimal cooling.
How do you handle copper tubes in the new villa if management standards require them to be hidden?
We work with the contractor or interior designer to conceal tubes in walls or hidden ducts, provided there is sufficient space and airflow for the lines.
