Air curtains in Cambridge
A free survey, a clear specification and a fixed price for air curtains in Cambridge.
- 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 Cambridge?
Budget roughly £1,550–£5,350 per doorway ex VAT in Cambridge. 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.
Covering Cambridge and nearby
Cambridge supports a mix of high-street retail, professional offices, hospitality and light industry.
That includes premises in CB5, CB21, CB22, CB23, CB24 and GL2 and the surrounding districts. Nearby, we also cover Newmarket (about 20 km), Ely (about 24 km) and Huntingdon (about 25 km). Buildings across Cambridgeshire 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
- Ambient, electric, water or heat pump air curtain options
- Surface, recessed or concealed mounting
- Door contact and control set-up
- Connection to the air conditioning system where suitable
Guide prices in Cambridge
These guide prices are adjusted for the East of England, where labour and access costs run about 8% above the UK guide.
| 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 we work in Cambridge
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 Cambridge screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Set up
Door contacts and controls are set so it runs only when needed.
Things to check in Cambridge
Controls
Door contacts stop the unit running when the door is closed.
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.
Exposure
Windy entrances need more powerful units or a lobby.
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.
Typical premises in Cambridge
- Restaurants and cafés: dining rooms that stay comfortable next to a hot kitchen and a busy service.
- 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.
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.
FAQs for Cambridge
How much does an air curtain cost in Cambridge?
Guide prices in Cambridge 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 Newmarket, Ely and Huntingdon?
Yes. Alongside Cambridge, we also cover Newmarket, Ely and Huntingdon. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Cambridge?
All of them, including CB5, CB21, CB22 and CB23. 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.
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.
Need air curtains in Cambridge?
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.