How Much Does It Cost to Build a Cold Room?

Several factors influence the final price of a cold room installation, including: Room size & layout (including height) Type of use (cool room vs freezer room) Insulation thickness Type of door (hinged, sliding, auto-close) Compressor capacity and brand Flooring requirements Site access and electrical work

Cool Room Pricing Matrix – 2025 Reference Guide: Price ranges include insulated panels, refrigeration systems, doors, basic controls and installation. Small walk-in (retail) cool rooms sized 6–10 m² operating at 0°C to +5°C typically range from $30,000 to $60,000 AUD. Mid-sized walk-in cool rooms (QSR/hotel) from 10–20 m² operating at -2°C to +4°C range from $60,000 to $120,000 AUD. Large walk-in or freezer rooms from 20–40 m² operating at -18°C to -25°C range from $120,000 to $220,000 AUD. Dual compartment rooms (fridge and freezer) from 15–30 m² operating at -20°C and +4°C range from $150,000 to $280,000 AUD. Food processing facility cool rooms from 40–80 m² operating at -5°C to +5°C range from $250,000 to $400,000 AUD. Cold storage warehouses over 100 m² operating at -18°C to -25°C typically range from $500,000 to $1.5 million AUD or more.

Many of our clients operate in high-compliance industries such as food manufacturing, healthcare, or pharmaceuticals. That’s why we specialise in building cold rooms that meet HACCP, TGA, NHVAS, and council compliance standards. ✔️ Stainless steel or fibreglass internal walls ✔️ Welded or graded coving for hygiene ✔️ Data logging and remote temperature monitoring ✔️ Custom lighting and emergency access systems

When we build a cold room, it’s not just about the walls and the motor — it’s about designing for long-term performance and audit-readiness.

ACRO Refrigeration provides full design-to-installation cold room projects across Brisbane, the Gold Coast, and regional QLD. Each project includes: On-site measure and consultation CAD design and layout planning Supply of insulated panel systems Refrigeration system installation Electrical and drainage coordination Commissioning and compliance testing Optional: HACCP/TGA documentation package

The cost of a cold room isn’t just in the upfront quote — it’s in the lifetime performance, reliability, and compliance. With ACRO, you get more than a build. You get: ✅ Accurate sizing and cooling capacity advice ✅ Transparent, fixed-price quotes ✅ Access to trusted brands like Danfoss, Bitzer, and Skope ✅ Post-installation support and preventative maintenance plans