Air curtains in Basingstoke
Air curtains for businesses in Basingstoke — 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 Basingstoke?
Budget roughly £1,650–£5,695 per doorway ex VAT in Basingstoke. For a typical job — single shop entrance, electric or heat pump — expect £2,250–£5,695 plus VAT. The fixed price follows a free survey.
An air curtain is a unit mounted above a doorway that blows a controlled stream of air down across the opening.
Covering Basingstoke and nearby
Basingstoke is a large town in Hampshire, with a busy centre, retail parks and industrial estates on its edges. Reading is about 23 km away.
We cover every Basingstoke postcode, including RG21. We also work in nearby Alton, Fleet and Thatcham. Buildings across Hampshire range from converted period offices to modern units with deep ceiling voids, so we measure each site rather than relying on a standard package.
What is included
- Door size and exposure assessment
- Surface, recessed or concealed mounting
- Door contact and control set-up
- Connection to the air conditioning system where suitable
- Commissioning
Prices in Basingstoke
These guide prices are adjusted for the South East, where labour and access costs run about 15% above the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambient (unheated) air curtain | £1,650–£2,795 | £1,980–£3,354 | per doorway |
| Electrically heated air curtain | £2,250–£3,950 | £2,700–£4,740 | per doorway |
| Heat pump (DX) air curtain | £3,395–£5,695 | £4,074–£6,834 | per doorway |
| Recessed / concealed installation | £455–£1,150 | £546–£1,380 | per doorway |
Ex VAT, supply and install. Electrical supply upgrades priced after survey.
How it works in Basingstoke
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 Basingstoke screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Set up
Door contacts and controls are set so it runs only when needed.
Before you book in Basingstoke
Exposure
Windy entrances need more powerful units or a lobby.
Working hours
Most Basingstoke businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Heat source
Heat pump air curtains are usually cheaper to run than electric ones.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Basingstoke 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 Basingstoke
- Retail and shops: comfortable shop floors, stockrooms and entrances, even with the door open.
- 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.
Compliance in England: refrigerant work falls under GB F-gas rules, and buildings with more than 12 kW of air conditioning in total need a periodic energy inspection (often called TM44).
Common questions from businesses in Basingstoke
How much does an air curtain cost in Basingstoke?
Guide prices in Basingstoke run from about £1,650 to £5,695 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) costs £2,250–£5,695 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Alton, Fleet and Thatcham?
Yes. Alongside Basingstoke, we also cover Alton, Fleet and Thatcham. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Basingstoke?
All of them, including RG21. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Can an air curtain connect to our air conditioning?
Many heat pump air curtains connect to compatible outdoor units, which is often the most efficient heat source.
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.
Talk to us about your premises in Basingstoke
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.