Air curtains in Ashton-under-Lyne
Air curtains for businesses in Ashton-under-Lyne — surveyed, designed and priced in writing before any work starts.
- Free site survey and fixed written quote
- Equipment, positions and price set out in writing
- Work planned around your opening hours
How much does an air curtain cost in Ashton-under-Lyne?
Budget roughly £1,395–£4,850 per doorway ex VAT in Ashton-under-Lyne. For a typical job — single shop entrance, electric or heat pump — expect £1,895–£4,850 plus VAT. You get a fixed written quote after the free survey.
An air curtain is a unit mounted above a doorway that blows a controlled stream of air down across the opening.
Working in Ashton-under-Lyne
Businesses in Ashton-under-Lyne range from independent shops and restaurants to offices, clinics and warehouses. Oldham is about 6 km away.
Postcode districts we cover in Ashton-under-Lyne include OL7. Nearby, we also cover Dukinfield (about 2 km), Stalybridge (about 3 km) and Hyde (about 4 km). Air curtains in Ashton-under-Lyne is priced from a written specification that lists the equipment, positions, controls and commissioning.
What is included
- Door size and exposure assessment
- Ambient, electric, water or heat pump air curtain options
- Surface, recessed or concealed mounting
- Connection to the air conditioning system where suitable
- Commissioning
Guide prices in Ashton-under-Lyne
Guide prices for Ashton-under-Lyne, set for the North West. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambient (unheated) air curtain | £1,395–£2,395 | £1,674–£2,874 | per doorway |
| Electrically heated air curtain | £1,895–£3,395 | £2,274–£4,074 | per doorway |
| Heat pump (DX) air curtain | £2,895–£4,850 | £3,474–£5,820 | per doorway |
| Recessed / concealed installation | £385–£975 | £462–£1,170 | per doorway |
Ex VAT, supply and install. Electrical supply upgrades priced after survey.
From enquiry to handover in Ashton-under-Lyne
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. We keep work areas in Ashton-under-Lyne screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Set up
Door contacts and controls are set so it runs only when needed.
Points to plan for in Ashton-under-Lyne
Exposure
Windy entrances need more powerful units or a lobby.
Neighbours and noise
Outdoor units near flats — common above shops — need careful siting so noise at neighbours' windows stays low. We choose positions and quieter units with that in mind.
Heat source
Heat pump air curtains are usually cheaper to run than electric ones.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Ashton-under-Lyne 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.
Types of premises we cover in Ashton-under-Lyne
- Warehouses and industrial: cooling for offices, mezzanines, control rooms and temperature-sensitive areas.
- Retail and shops: comfortable shop floors, stockrooms and entrances, even with the door open.
- Restaurants and cafés: dining rooms that stay comfortable next to a hot kitchen and a busy service.
In England, systems holding 5 tonnes CO2 equivalent of refrigerant or more fall under GB F-gas rules, with regular leak checks and records; buildings with more than 12 kW of air conditioning in total also need a periodic energy inspection.
Common questions from businesses in Ashton-under-Lyne
How much does an air curtain cost in Ashton-under-Lyne?
Guide prices in Ashton-under-Lyne run from about £1,395 to £4,850 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) costs £1,895–£4,850 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Dukinfield, Stalybridge and Hyde?
Yes. Alongside Ashton-under-Lyne, we also cover Dukinfield, Stalybridge and Hyde. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Ashton-under-Lyne?
All of them, including OL7. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Do air curtains really work?
Yes, when they are sized and set up correctly for the door and its exposure. They significantly reduce heat exchange through an open door.
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 Ashton-under-Lyne
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.