Coles Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning, Refrigeration & Catering Equipment Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter Valley
Local Experts
Air Conditioning Newcastle
Your Local Experts in Air Conditioning, Refrigeration & Commercial Kitchen Services
Are you looking for Air Conditioning in Newcastle? Established in 1939, remaining one of the oldest and most reputable names in the business, Coles Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Pty Ltd (“Coles”) has successfully serviced Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Cessnock, Hunter Valley and the NSW Central Coast for the past 80+ years, on both a domestic and commercial scale.
We have recently moved to Unit 1/3 Concord St, Boolaroo.
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Winter Gift Card Campaign 1 April 2025
We would like to announce the launch of our 2025 Winter Gift Card Campaign. This offer entitles our consumers who purchase any selected split or ducted air conditioning unit the opportunity to redeem a BONUS Gift Card.
Our Services
Home Air Conditioning
Cool your home with ultra-high energy efficient domestic air conditioners.
Commercial Air Conditioning
Flexible, tailored and economic solutions for commercial air conditioning.
Refrigeration
Custom commercial fridges, cool / freezer rooms, and refrigerated cabinets to suit all your requirements.
Catering
Equipment
We are your one stop shop for all your commercial equipment needs.
Mechanical & Exhaust
Comprehensive Mechanical And Exhaust Systems In Newcastle & The Hunter.
What We Do
We Install, Service & Supply Air Conditioning, Refrigeration & Catering Equipment in Newcastle & The Hunter
The expert team at “Coles Refrigeration & Air Conditioning” hold both the knowledge and understanding of new technologies, with the skills, confidence and reputation that can only be offered by a long standing company, thus ensuring your demands are met to the highest of standards. Whether it be domestic or commercial air conditioning, or commercial catering and refrigeration, “Coles” ensure quality and functionality from a 100% local business with 24 hr service.
The wide variety of skills acquired by the “Coles Refrigeration & Air Conditioning” team allows the design, installation, maintenance, finance, warranty and after sales service processes to be handled by one company, removing the hassle associated with dealing with multiple companies / consultants.
Client Reviews
“I just thought I would share some feedback with you on this very hot day. In the past, our air conditioning has always struggled badly on these hot days.The guys out the front (with glass windows) would be sweating and they would turn the air right down. The people in the back of the office would need to bring jumpers and cardigans to work on a day like this. BUT NOW – AFTER YOUR TECHNICIAN WAS HERE LAST MONTH. It’s fantastic. We have been in this building for 10 years and the air conditioning has never worked better!! So thank you to everyone there for making that happen for us. We are all very happy and have been mostly unaware that it’s even a hot day out there. We love it!!”
Carol Britts
Complete Business Technologies / Administration ManagerThank you Coles Refrigeration & Air Conditioning for the professional work you produced in installing the bar and kitchen at the Mark Hotel.
“Your professionalism, quality, honesty, and delivery timeframes were outstanding given you were under an extremely tight schedule to get the project completed. I was especially impressed with your effort to accommodate any additions to the original scope, including the client's request to refurbish the entire kitchen two weeks prior to Christmas. I have no hesitation in recommending you and Coles Refrigeration & Air Conditioning to future clients and trust we will continue to further strengthen the relationship between our companies.”
Michael Rigby
RTC Group / Director“Coles have been responsible for the provision, installation and servicing of all our beverage and catering equipment, air conditioning & general refrigeration. I have conducted business with Coles since 1994. I have no hesitation in recommending Coles Refrigeration & Air Conditioning to prospective clients.”
Mike Thomas
Shenanigans at the Imperial / Owner“We were impressed by the excellent sales advise, design, installation and after sales service we received. All equipment restoration was carried out professionally keeping costs to a minimum. Coles Refrigeration & Air Conditioning ensured that our budget was met and that we received the best available equipment within that budget. For future requirement, we will not hesitate to involve Coles Refrigeration & Air Conditioning. Thank you for the professional input and service!”
Kathleen Farley
Salamander Shores / General Manager“Thank you for the excellent work produced by your staff during the fit out of our new kitchen. The stainless steel exhaust and benchwork are second to none. Our cool room, pantry and freezer are working beautifully and the shelving and the layouts are exactly to our requirements. I will always be available to be contacted to recommend the work you and your staff did on our new kitchen.”
Cheryl Bellamy
Shoal Bay Retirement / Catering Supervisor“Throughout all the stages of development and construction, I always found the staff from Coles to be highly professional and diligent in their works. Cole's tradesmen who carried out the works at our site were always helpful and met our stringent OH&S requirements. The buildings that were refurbished present various challenges with timeframes and meeting relevant codes and standards. With Cole's help, we were able to meet and exceed all expectations. I have no hesitation in recommending Coles Refrigeration for any future works in which they tender.”
Michael Ross
New England Trading / Operations Manager“Mitchel Cousins has presented at two workshops held by the Energy Hunter team, helping businesses gain an understanding of real life ways to improve performance, reliability and cost savings of plant and equipment. Mitchell displayed high level of knowledge in both his specific industry, as well as energy efficiency. It was a pleasure working with Mitchell and I would happily do so again.”
Kyle Furner
Energy Hunter / Project Coordinator“I was on site this morning at 47 Darby Street for the RMS Fitout project, and the foreman was heaping a fair bit of praise on you guys for the quality and speed of work! Thanks for helping us out on this one.”
Chris Vlatko
Schreiber Hamilton Architecture / Associate Director
Air Conditioning
HOME Air Conditioning
Coles Refrigeration are your one stop shop for Home Air Conditioning
Trust Newcastle’s longest and most trusted air conditioning firm to provide you with the best residential air conditioning experience! Coles Refrigeration & Air Conditioning are your local experts in supplying, installing and maintenance of a range of Air Conditioner units for the home, from split systems to ducted, we do it all!
COMMERCIAL Air Conditioning
Your Best Choice for Commercial Air Conditioning in Newcastle
At Coles Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, we understand the importance of a well-functioning air conditioning system for your business. Our team of experienced technicians has the expertise and knowledge to help you find the best solution for your commercial air conditioning needs.
Our History
Humble Beginnings - Reliable Since
Coles Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Pty Ltd was founded by the late Sidney Harold Cole in 1939. Mr Cole was the son of a British mechanical engineer who came to Australia in the 1880’s to establish Adelaide’s first ice works and meat chilling plant.
The 1920’s saw (our founder) the late Mr Cole construct New South Wales’ first dairy cool room. This came as a response to refrigeration in Sydney becoming more popular for small shops and homes. In 1931 Mr Cole opened the Newcastle branch of ‘New Systems Telephones’ (later to become Email Limited) at 91 Hunter Street, Newcastle. Between 1933-1938 Mr Cole was appointed engineer/ manager. [Upon Mr Cole’s arrival to Newcastle & The Hunter there were less than thirty (30) commercial refrigeration installations.]
When ‘New Systems Telephones’ Newcastle branch closed, Mr Cole decided to venture into his own business (Coles Refrigeration). His first customer became BHP Shipping, a valued client continuously maintained until the closure of the Newcastle BHP Steelworks. A refrigeration cabinet factory was opened, at Broadmeadow in 1946, and it produced commercial refrigeration for sale all over Australia.
In March 1964 the business was sold to two (2) of Mr Cole’s senior staff. Always a leader in technical fields, Sid Cole used this early example of “worker participation” to good effect. The company grew and expanded. This model of worker participation has continued to this day.
Today, Coles Refrigeration & Air Conditioning is proud to continuously trade for 80+ years, still 100% locally owned and managed, and offering quality, energy-efficient, commercial and home / residential air conditioning, commercial refrigeration, commercial catering equipment / kitchens & mechanical ventilation services.
Refrigeration
COMMERCIAL Refrigeration
Your Trusted Provider for Commercial Refrigeration Services
Coles Refrigeration & Air Conditioning is a leading provider of commercial refrigeration services for a wide range of businesses across various industries. Their team of highly skilled technicians has extensive experience in designing, installing, and maintaining commercial refrigeration systems, including walk-in coolers and freezers, display cases, and refrigerated warehouses. We offer comprehensive services, including system design and installation, routine maintenance, emergency repairs, and upgrades to ensure optimal efficiency and performance of their clients’ refrigeration systems.
Cool Rooms
Cool Room Services for Optimal Temperature Control and Storage Efficiency
We offer expert cool room services designed to optimise temperature control and storage efficiency for businesses in various industries. our team are able to design, install, and maintain a range of cool room systems to suit the specific needs of their clients. These systems include walk-in coolers and freezers, blast chillers, and other customized refrigeration solutions. Coles Refrigeration & Air Conditioning’s cool room services include routine maintenance to ensure that the equipment is operating at maximum efficiency, reducing the risk of equipment failure and costly downtime.
Contact Information
LOCATION
EMERGENCY 24 HOUR SERVICE
BACKUP AFTER HOURS - IF MAIN UNANSWERED ONLY
CATERING EQUIPMENT
COMMERCIAL KITCHENS
Commercial Kitchen Services for Safe, Efficient, and Cost-Effective Food Preparation and Storage
Coles Refrigeration & Air Conditioning is a leading provider of commercial kitchen services in Newcastle. Our team of experienced technicians have the expertise to design, install, and maintain a variety of kitchen equipment, including ovens, dishwashers, fryers, grills, and refrigeration systems. We offer customised solutions tailored to the unique needs of each business to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective food preparation and storage.
sERVICING CATERING EQUIPMENT
Catering Equipment Repair Services to Minimize Downtime and Maximize Kitchen Efficiency
We offer efficient and reliable catering equipment servicing to ensure that your kitchen can operate at it’s peak. Our team of skilled technicians have extensive experience in servicing a wide range of catering equipment. Our services include routine maintenance, cleaning, and calibration of equipment to prevent breakdowns and ensure optimal performance. In the event of unexpected equipment failure, we are able to provide emergency repair services.
