Air curtains in Belfast
Air curtains for businesses in Belfast — 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 Belfast?
Budget roughly £1,350–£4,550 per doorway ex VAT in Belfast. For a typical job — single shop entrance, electric or heat pump — expect £1,795–£4,550 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.
Working in Belfast
In Belfast, commercial premises range from city-centre office blocks and shopping streets to restaurants, hotels and industrial estates.
Postcode districts we cover in Belfast include BT1, BT2, BT3, BT4, BT5 and BT6. We also work in nearby Castlereagh, Newtownabbey and Lisburn. For air curtains in Belfast, the survey looks at how the space is used, where equipment and ductwork can go and what the electrical supply can take.
Included as standard
- 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 Belfast
Prices below include our regional adjustment for Northern Ireland (8% below the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambient (unheated) air curtain | £1,350–£2,250 | £1,620–£2,700 | per doorway |
| Electrically heated air curtain | £1,795–£3,150 | £2,154–£3,780 | per doorway |
| Heat pump (DX) air curtain | £2,695–£4,550 | £3,234–£5,460 | per doorway |
| Recessed / concealed installation | £365–£915 | £438–£1,098 | per doorway |
Ex VAT, supply and install. Electrical supply upgrades priced after survey.
How we work in Belfast
Measure
We measure the opening and check wind exposure and existing heating. For sites in Belfast we confirm access and parking beforehand.
Select
The right width, air velocity and heat source are chosen.
Install
The unit is mounted and connected to power, water or refrigerant.
Set up
Door contacts and controls are set so it runs only when needed.
Local points to consider
Heat source
Heat pump air curtains are usually cheaper to run than electric ones.
Working hours
Most Belfast businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Controls
Door contacts stop the unit running when the door is closed.
Roof and height work
Flat roofs, high walls and atriums need the right access equipment and edge protection. We plan towers, MEWPs or scaffold before the job, not on the day.
Premises we work in around Belfast
- 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.
- Warehouses and industrial: cooling for offices, mezzanines, control rooms and temperature-sensitive areas.
Two rules matter for most businesses in Northern Ireland: EU F-gas rules that apply in Northern Ireland (leak checks from 5 tonnes CO2e) and the periodic energy inspection for more than 12 kW of air conditioning.
Common questions from businesses in Belfast
How much does an air curtain cost in Belfast?
Guide prices in Belfast run from about £1,350 to £4,550 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) costs £1,795–£4,550 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Castlereagh, Newtownabbey and Lisburn?
Yes. Alongside Belfast, we also cover Castlereagh, Newtownabbey and Lisburn. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Belfast?
All of them, including BT1, BT2, BT3 and BT4. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
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.
Need air curtains in Belfast?
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.