Air curtains in Bishops Stortford
Air curtains for businesses in Bishops Stortford — 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 Bishops Stortford?
Budget roughly £1,550–£5,350 per doorway ex VAT in Bishops Stortford. For a typical job — single shop entrance, electric or heat pump — expect £2,095–£5,350 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 Bishops Stortford
Bishops Stortford has a compact centre of shops, cafés and offices, with business units on its outskirts. Chelmsford is about 26 km away.
We cover every Bishops Stortford postcode, including CM22 and CM23. Neighbouring towns we cover include Harlow, Hoddesdon and Hertford. Air curtains in Bishops Stortford is priced from a written specification that lists the equipment, positions, controls and commissioning.
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
Air curtains prices in Bishops Stortford
Guide prices for Bishops Stortford, set for the East of England. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambient (unheated) air curtain | £1,550–£2,650 | £1,860–£3,180 | per doorway |
| Electrically heated air curtain | £2,095–£3,750 | £2,514–£4,500 | per doorway |
| Heat pump (DX) air curtain | £3,195–£5,350 | £3,834–£6,420 | per doorway |
| Recessed / concealed installation | £425–£1,050 | £510–£1,260 | per doorway |
Ex VAT, supply and install. Electrical supply upgrades priced after survey.
How it works in Bishops Stortford
Measure
We measure the opening and check wind exposure and existing heating. For sites in Bishops Stortford 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.
Before you book in Bishops Stortford
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 Bishops Stortford are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Heat source
Heat pump air curtains are usually cheaper to run than electric ones.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Bishops Stortford 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.
Who we work with in Bishops Stortford
- 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.
- Retail and shops: comfortable shop floors, stockrooms and entrances, even with the door open.
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 Bishops Stortford
How much does an air curtain cost in Bishops Stortford?
Guide prices in Bishops Stortford run from about £1,550 to £5,350 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) costs £2,095–£5,350 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Harlow, Hoddesdon and Hertford?
Yes. Alongside Bishops Stortford, we also cover Harlow, Hoddesdon and Hertford. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Bishops Stortford?
All of them, including CM22 and CM23. 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.
Get a guide price for Bishops Stortford
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.