How Much Does It Cost to Build a Cold Room?
If you’re planning to open a new venue, upgrade your current facility, or expand your cold storage capacity, one of the first questions you’re likely asking is: “How much does it cost to build a cold room?”
The short answer? It depends.
The long answer? We’ve broken it down for you with an easy reference table showing the approximate sizes and costs based on our experience building compliant, efficient, and durable cold rooms across Queensland.
📏 What Affects the Cost of a Cold Room?
Several factors influence the final price of a cold room installation, including:
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Room size & layout (including height)
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Type of use (cool room vs freezer room)
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Insulation thickness
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Type of door (hinged, sliding, auto-close)
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Compressor capacity and brand
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Flooring requirements
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Site access and electrical work
We’ve included a table below outlining approximate turnkey costs for common cold room sizes to give you a starting point.
💡 Are You Building for HACCP, TGA or Food Safety Compliance?
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.
🛠️ What’s Included in Our Build Service?
ACRO Refrigeration provides full design-to-installation cold room projects across Brisbane, the Gold Coast, and regional QLD. Each project includes:
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On-site measure and consultation
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CAD design and layout planning
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Supply of insulated panel systems
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Refrigeration system installation
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Electrical and drainage coordination
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Commissioning and compliance testing
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Optional: HACCP/TGA documentation package
🧾 Final Word: Budget Smarter, Build Better
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:
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✅ Accurate sizing and cooling capacity advice
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✅ Transparent, fixed-price quotes
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✅ Access to trusted brands like Danfoss, Bitzer, and Skope
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✅ Post-installation support and preventative maintenance plans
📞 Have a cold room project in mind?
Call us on 1300 227 600 or email workshop@acrorefrigeration.com.au for a tailored quote — or explore our Gallery to see our recent builds.