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About FHC Refrigeration

Locally owned and operated in Coffs Harbour. Licensed technicians, honest pricing, work done right.

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Coffs Harbour's Local Aircon & Refrigeration Specialists

Clayton, Founder of FHC Refrigeration

Clayton | Founder & Lead Technician

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Clayton Finch is the founder and lead technician of FHC Refrigeration, an ARCtick-licensed (RTA AU069269) air conditioning and commercial refrigeration business based in Coffs Harbour NSW. Clayton has 8 years of technical experience in air conditioning and refrigeration and started FHC Refrigeration to bring honest pricing and proper workmanship to Coffs Harbour homes and businesses across the Mid North Coast. No upselling, no shortcuts. He personally leads every FHC Refrigeration job, from a single split system installation through to a full commercial cool room fit-out, and works with the FHC Refrigeration team who know the coastal conditions of Coffs Harbour NSW better than most.

Our Mission

To deliver expert airconditioning and refrigeration solutions across Coffs Harbour and surrounding areas, residential and commercial, backed by licensed technicians, quality equipment, and service you can count on.

Our Vision

To be Coffs Harbour's most trusted name in airconditioning and commercial refrigeration, known for reliable workmanship, honest pricing, and technicians who genuinely care about the result.

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Why FHC

Why Coffs Harbour Chooses FHC

ARCtick Licensed Technicians

All FHC technicians hold the required ARCtick refrigerant handling licence. Every job is completed to Australian Standards by fully licensed professionals.

Residential & Commercial

From a single home split system to a commercial cool room installation, FHC has the experience and equipment to handle any scale of work.

The Brands We Install and Service

FHC primarily installs Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric, and Midea, and services and repairs all other major brands.

Free Quotes, Fast Response

Every quote is free and obligation-free. We respond promptly to all enquiries and aim to get to you as quickly as possible.

Fully Insured
ARCtick Certified

Customer Reviews

What Our Customers Say

SamzsG

SamzsG

Google Review

“Installed my Daikin for me, great pricing, good work ethic, did a great job would recommend.”

Sue Garvey

Sue Garvey

Google Review

“Really great job done. Clayton did an absolute fantastic job with care and attention to detail. So friendly. This Air Con is great. Thank you Clayton.”

Carl & Sue Halquist

Carl & Sue Halquist

Google Review

“Our outdoor air con condenser unit was making loud noises and ready to call it quits. Clayton diagnosed it that same afternoon and got it up and running as it should in a short timeframe. We recommend FHC for anything cooling or heating to those needing a quick, qualified and inexpensive air con repair.”

Louise Austin

Louise Austin

Google Review

“I highly recommend Clayton. He arrived on time and discussed with me pros and cons of where I wanted to install the aircon which helped me make a final decision. He installed the aircon without a fuss and cleaned up after and I was really happy.”

Nick Parkinson

Nick Parkinson

Google Review

“Clayton did an amazing job installing our new Mitsubishi split system and deep-cleaning three existing units. He was professional, efficient and easy to work with, and left everything neat and tidy. The new system runs perfectly, and the cleaned units perform noticeably better. I highly recommend Clayton and FHC Refrigeration.”

Jill Linhart

Jill Linhart

Google Review

“Highly recommend, I received prompt service, lovely guy explained everything well, solved the problem. I would go nowhere else.”

Kunal Kambam

Kunal Kambam

Google Review

“Good honest bloke, doesn't rip customers off like some other companies out there. Highly recommended!”

Laycie

Laycie

Google Review

“Fantastic service from Clayton and the FHC team. Professional, on time and great value. Would highly recommend.”

Patrick Monkton

Patrick Monkton

Google Review

“Easy to talk to and great quality work.”

Chris Karam

Chris Karam

Google Review

“Great work, experienced and professional.”

SamzsG

SamzsG

Google Review

“Installed my Daikin for me, great pricing, good work ethic, did a great job would recommend.”

Sue Garvey

Sue Garvey

Google Review

“Really great job done. Clayton did an absolute fantastic job with care and attention to detail. So friendly. This Air Con is great. Thank you Clayton.”

Carl & Sue Halquist

Carl & Sue Halquist

Google Review

“Our outdoor air con condenser unit was making loud noises and ready to call it quits. Clayton diagnosed it that same afternoon and got it up and running as it should in a short timeframe. We recommend FHC for anything cooling or heating to those needing a quick, qualified and inexpensive air con repair.”

Louise Austin

Louise Austin

Google Review

“I highly recommend Clayton. He arrived on time and discussed with me pros and cons of where I wanted to install the aircon which helped me make a final decision. He installed the aircon without a fuss and cleaned up after and I was really happy.”

Nick Parkinson

Nick Parkinson

Google Review

“Clayton did an amazing job installing our new Mitsubishi split system and deep-cleaning three existing units. He was professional, efficient and easy to work with, and left everything neat and tidy. The new system runs perfectly, and the cleaned units perform noticeably better. I highly recommend Clayton and FHC Refrigeration.”

Jill Linhart

Jill Linhart

Google Review

“Highly recommend, I received prompt service, lovely guy explained everything well, solved the problem. I would go nowhere else.”

Kunal Kambam

Kunal Kambam

Google Review

“Good honest bloke, doesn't rip customers off like some other companies out there. Highly recommended!”

Laycie

Laycie

Google Review

“Fantastic service from Clayton and the FHC team. Professional, on time and great value. Would highly recommend.”

Patrick Monkton

Patrick Monkton

Google Review

“Easy to talk to and great quality work.”

Chris Karam

Chris Karam

Google Review

“Great work, experienced and professional.”

SamzsG

SamzsG

Google Review

“Installed my Daikin for me, great pricing, good work ethic, did a great job would recommend.”

Sue Garvey

Sue Garvey

Google Review

“Really great job done. Clayton did an absolute fantastic job with care and attention to detail. So friendly. This Air Con is great. Thank you Clayton.”

Carl & Sue Halquist

Carl & Sue Halquist

Google Review

“Our outdoor air con condenser unit was making loud noises and ready to call it quits. Clayton diagnosed it that same afternoon and got it up and running as it should in a short timeframe. We recommend FHC for anything cooling or heating to those needing a quick, qualified and inexpensive air con repair.”

Louise Austin

Louise Austin

Google Review

“I highly recommend Clayton. He arrived on time and discussed with me pros and cons of where I wanted to install the aircon which helped me make a final decision. He installed the aircon without a fuss and cleaned up after and I was really happy.”

Nick Parkinson

Nick Parkinson

Google Review

“Clayton did an amazing job installing our new Mitsubishi split system and deep-cleaning three existing units. He was professional, efficient and easy to work with, and left everything neat and tidy. The new system runs perfectly, and the cleaned units perform noticeably better. I highly recommend Clayton and FHC Refrigeration.”

Jill Linhart

Jill Linhart

Google Review

“Highly recommend, I received prompt service, lovely guy explained everything well, solved the problem. I would go nowhere else.”

Kunal Kambam

Kunal Kambam

Google Review

“Good honest bloke, doesn't rip customers off like some other companies out there. Highly recommended!”

Laycie

Laycie

Google Review

“Fantastic service from Clayton and the FHC team. Professional, on time and great value. Would highly recommend.”

Patrick Monkton

Patrick Monkton

Google Review

“Easy to talk to and great quality work.”

Chris Karam

Chris Karam

Google Review

“Great work, experienced and professional.”

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Air conditioning installation costs in Coffs Harbour depend on the system type (split system vs ducted), the size of the space, the number of zones, whether new electrical work is needed, and the outdoor-unit mounting location. The fastest way to get an accurate figure for your home is the FHC Instant Price Guide, answer a few short questions and get an indicative range in under a minute. For a firm written quote, call 0488 281 979 or request an on-site assessment; quotes are free and no obligation.

For most Coffs Harbour homes, a general service every 6 months and a comprehensive chemical clean every 12 months is the schedule that keeps a system working the way it should. The 6 month interval is about salt more than anything else, and usage moves you within that band rather than outside it.

FHC prefers to install Daikin and Mitsubishi Electric based on installation experience across Coffs Harbour and the Mid-North Coast. Midea is also available as the budget option in the quoting system. Note that none of the major manufacturers produce dedicated coastal-variant models, the difference between brands comes down to build quality and the durability of the factory finish. Call 0488 281 979 to discuss what suits your home.

FHC offers same-day emergency air conditioning diagnostics across Coffs Harbour and surrounding suburbs where scheduling allows. Actual repair completion time depends on part availability, most faults require specific replacement parts to be sourced. The most common faults FHC sees on local systems are PCB (circuit board) failures, fan motor failures, and compressor issues. PCB failures in particular are accelerated by salt-air exposure on the Mid-North Coast. Call 0488 281 979 for urgent jobs.

FHC is based in Coffs Harbour and services the surrounding Mid North Coast. See our service areas page for the full list of localities we cover.

Yes. FHC installs and services commercial refrigeration equipment including cool rooms, freezer rooms, display cabinets, and commercial refrigeration plant rooms.

FHC primarily installs Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric, and Midea. Daikin and Mitsubishi Electric are the two brands Clayton actively recommends based on 8 years of hands-on experience, and Midea is the budget option in FHC's quoting system. FHC services and repairs all other major brands, including Mitsubishi Heavy Industries.

Yes. All FHC technicians hold an ARCtick refrigerant handling licence as required by Australian law for all refrigerant work. RTA Licence: AU069269.

Yes. Quotes are free and obligation-free. Call 0488 281 979 or submit an online request and we will get back to you promptly.

Absolutely. FHC services all makes and models of air conditioners, filter cleaning, coil checks, refrigerant inspections, and full system health checks.

Yes. FHC installs ducted air conditioning systems for both residential and commercial properties across Coffs Harbour and surrounding areas.