Air curtains in Greater Manchester
Air curtains for businesses in Greater Manchester — 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 Greater Manchester?
Budget roughly £1,395–£4,850 per doorway ex VAT in Greater Manchester. For a typical job — single shop entrance, electric or heat pump — expect £1,895–£4,850 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.
Greater Manchester and surrounding areas
We cover all of Greater Manchester, including Manchester, Oldham, Wigan, Bolton and Stockport. Wherever your premises are, the survey, quote and installation follow the same steps.
Postcode districts we cover include BL0, M2, M16, M29, M50, OL9, SK7 and WN7. We plan work in Greater Manchester so the noisy parts happen when they disturb your business least.
What we do
- 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
- Commissioning
Air curtains prices in Greater Manchester
These guide prices are adjusted for the North West, where labour and access costs run about 2% below the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambient (unheated) air curtain | £1,395–£2,395 | £1,674–£2,874 | per doorway |
| Electrically heated air curtain | £1,895–£3,395 | £2,274–£4,074 | per doorway |
| Heat pump (DX) air curtain | £2,895–£4,850 | £3,474–£5,820 | per doorway |
| Recessed / concealed installation | £385–£975 | £462–£1,170 | per doorway |
Ex VAT, supply and install. Electrical supply upgrades priced after survey.
How we work in Greater Manchester
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 Greater Manchester screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Set up
Door contacts and controls are set so it runs only when needed.
Local points to consider
Exposure
Windy entrances need more powerful units or a lobby.
Leased premises
If your Greater Manchester premises are leased, the landlord's written consent is usually needed for external units, wall penetrations and roof access. We provide drawings and data sheets for the request.
Sizing
The curtain should cover the full door width and reach the floor at the right velocity.
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.
Types of premises we cover in Greater Manchester
- 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.
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.
Your questions answered
How much does an air curtain cost in Greater Manchester?
Guide prices in Greater Manchester run from about £1,395 to £4,850 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) costs £1,895–£4,850 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Cheshire, Lancashire and Merseyside?
Yes. Alongside Greater Manchester, we also cover Cheshire, Lancashire and Merseyside. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
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.
Are they noisy?
Modern units are quiet at normal speeds. We select units sized so they do not need to run flat out.
Get a guide price for Greater Manchester
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.