Air curtains in Argyll and Bute
Air curtains for businesses in Argyll and Bute — surveyed, designed and priced in writing before any work starts.
- Free survey; remote and island locations by arrangement
- Equipment, positions and price set out in writing
- Work planned around your opening hours
How much does an air curtain cost in Argyll and Bute?
Budget roughly £1,500–£5,195 per doorway ex VAT in Argyll and Bute. For a typical job — single shop entrance, electric or heat pump — expect £2,050–£5,195 plus VAT. For remote and island locations, a travel charge (ferry fares and any accommodation at cost, plus travel time) is quoted as a fixed amount in writing before anything is booked.
An air curtain is a unit mounted above a doorway that blows a controlled stream of air down across the opening.
Our coverage in Argyll and Bute
We cover all of Argyll and Bute, including Helensburgh, Dunoon, Oban and Rothesay. Remote and island locations are covered by arrangement.
Postcode districts we cover include FK17, PA23, PA30, PA37, PA46, PA63, PA71 and PA78. Buildings across Argyll and Bute range from converted period offices to modern units with deep ceiling voids, so we measure each site rather than relying on a standard package.
Remote and island locations in Argyll and Bute are covered by arrangement: a travel charge (ferry fares and any accommodation at cost, plus travel time) is quoted as a fixed amount in writing before anything is booked. We group visits where we can to keep it down.
What the job covers
- Door size and exposure assessment
- Ambient, electric, water or heat pump air curtain options
- Surface, recessed or concealed mounting
- Door contact and control set-up
- Connection to the air conditioning system where suitable
Air curtains prices in Argyll and Bute
Prices below include our regional adjustment for the north of Scotland (5% above the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambient (unheated) air curtain | £1,500–£2,550 | £1,800–£3,060 | per doorway |
| Electrically heated air curtain | £2,050–£3,595 | £2,460–£4,314 | per doorway |
| Heat pump (DX) air curtain | £3,095–£5,195 | £3,714–£6,234 | per doorway |
| Recessed / concealed installation | £415–£1,050 | £498–£1,260 | per doorway |
Ex VAT, supply and install. Electrical supply upgrades priced after survey.
How a job in Argyll and Bute works
Measure
We measure the opening and check wind exposure and existing heating.
Select
The right width, air velocity and heat source are chosen.
Install
The unit is mounted and connected to power, water or refrigerant. In Argyll and Bute we agree timings around your opening hours.
Set up
Door contacts and controls are set so it runs only when needed.
Before you book in Argyll and Bute
Sizing
The curtain should cover the full door width and reach the floor at the right velocity.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Argyll and Bute are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Exposure
Windy entrances need more powerful units or a lobby.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Argyll and Bute often come down to access — loading restrictions, parking for the van and getting equipment onto a roof. We check this at survey and plan deliveries around it.
Premises we work in around Argyll and Bute
- Warehouses and industrial: cooling for offices, mezzanines, control rooms and temperature-sensitive areas.
- Restaurants and cafés: dining rooms that stay comfortable next to a hot kitchen and a busy service.
- Retail and shops: comfortable shop floors, stockrooms and entrances, even with the door open.
Two rules matter for most businesses in Scotland: GB F-gas rules (leak checks from 5 tonnes CO2e) and the periodic energy inspection for systems of 12 kW or more.
Questions about air curtains in Argyll and Bute
How much does an air curtain cost in Argyll and Bute?
Guide prices in Argyll and Bute run from about £1,500 to £5,195 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) costs £2,050–£5,195 plus VAT. For remote and island locations in Argyll and Bute, a travel charge is added and quoted in writing before the survey is booked.
Do you also cover Renfrewshire and Inverclyde, Dunbartonshire and Ayrshire?
Yes. Alongside Argyll and Bute, we also cover Renfrewshire and Inverclyde, Dunbartonshire and Ayrshire. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Will it keep insects out?
An air curtain can help discourage flying insects, but it is not a substitute for proper insect screening where hygiene rules require it.
Are they noisy?
Modern units are quiet at normal speeds. We select units sized so they do not need to run flat out.
Get a guide price for Argyll and Bute
Free survey for mainland installations; remote and island locations in Argyll and Bute are by arrangement, and a travel charge (ferry fares and any accommodation at cost, plus travel time) is quoted as a fixed amount in writing before anything is booked.