Air curtains in Dereham
Air curtains for businesses in Dereham — 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 Dereham?
Budget roughly £1,550–£5,350 per doorway ex VAT in Dereham. For a typical job — single shop entrance, electric or heat pump — expect £2,095–£5,350 plus VAT. You get a fixed written quote after the free survey.
An air curtain is a unit mounted above a doorway that blows a controlled stream of air down across the opening.
Covering Dereham and nearby
Most commercial premises in and around Dereham are shops, offices, salons, pubs and small industrial units. Norwich is about 25 km away.
We work across Dereham's postcode districts, including NR19. Neighbouring towns we cover include Norwich, Thetford and King's Lynn. Buildings across Norfolk 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
Prices in Dereham
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 Dereham
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 Dereham 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 Dereham
Heat source
Heat pump air curtains are usually cheaper to run than electric ones.
Working hours
Most Dereham businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Exposure
Windy entrances need more powerful units or a lobby.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Dereham 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.
Typical premises in Dereham
- 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.
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.
Questions about air curtains in Dereham
How much does an air curtain cost in Dereham?
Guide prices in Dereham 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 Norwich, Thetford and King's Lynn?
Yes. Alongside Dereham, we also cover Norwich, Thetford and King's Lynn. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Dereham?
All of them, including NR19. 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.
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 Dereham
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.