Air curtains in Brent
Air curtains for businesses in Brent — 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 Brent?
Budget roughly £1,850–£6,350 per doorway ex VAT in Brent. For a typical job — single shop entrance, electric or heat pump — expect £2,500–£6,350 plus VAT. Your exact price is fixed in writing once we have surveyed.
An air curtain is a unit mounted above a doorway that blows a controlled stream of air down across the opening.
Where we work around Brent
In Brent, commercial premises range from street-level shops and restaurants to offices in converted and modern buildings, many with managing agents and landlord consents to work through.
Postcode districts we cover in Brent include HA9. Neighbouring towns we cover include Wembley, Harrow and Greenford. For air curtains in Brent, the survey looks at how the space is used, where equipment and ductwork can go and what the electrical supply can take.
What we do
- Door size and exposure assessment
- Ambient, electric, water or heat pump air curtain options
- Door contact and control set-up
- Connection to the air conditioning system where suitable
- Commissioning
Air curtains prices in Brent
These guide prices are adjusted for London, where labour and access costs run about 28% above the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambient (unheated) air curtain | £1,850–£3,150 | £2,220–£3,780 | per doorway |
| Electrically heated air curtain | £2,500–£4,395 | £3,000–£5,274 | per doorway |
| Heat pump (DX) air curtain | £3,795–£6,350 | £4,554–£7,620 | per doorway |
| Recessed / concealed installation | £505–£1,250 | £606–£1,500 | per doorway |
Ex VAT, supply and install. Electrical supply upgrades priced after survey.
How it works in Brent
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 Brent we agree timings around your opening hours.
Set up
Door contacts and controls are set so it runs only when needed.
What to think about in Brent
Exposure
Windy entrances need more powerful units or a lobby.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Brent are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Controls
Door contacts stop the unit running when the door is closed.
Working hours
Most Brent businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Typical premises in Brent
- 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.
Two rules matter for most businesses in England: GB F-gas rules (leak checks from 5 tonnes CO2e) and the periodic energy inspection for more than 12 kW of air conditioning.
Questions about air curtains in Brent
How much does an air curtain cost in Brent?
Guide prices in Brent run from about £1,850 to £6,350 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) costs £2,500–£6,350 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Wembley, Harrow and Greenford?
Yes. Alongside Brent, we also cover Wembley, Harrow and Greenford. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Brent?
All of them, including HA9. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Are they noisy?
Modern units are quiet at normal speeds. We select units sized so they do not need to run flat out.
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.
Need air curtains in Brent?
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.