Air curtains in Heywood
A free survey, a clear specification and a fixed price for air curtains in Heywood.
- 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 Heywood?
Budget roughly £1,395–£4,850 per doorway ex VAT in Heywood. For a typical job — single shop entrance, electric or heat pump — expect £1,895–£4,850 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.
Our coverage in Heywood
In Heywood, typical premises are high-street shops, offices above them, surgeries, salons and local industrial units. Oldham is about 9 km away.
We cover every Heywood postcode, including BA13 and OL10. Neighbouring towns we cover include Middleton, Rochdale and Bury. Air curtains in Heywood is priced from a written specification that lists the equipment, positions, controls and commissioning.
What the job covers
- Door size and exposure assessment
- Ambient, electric, water or heat pump air curtain options
- Surface, recessed or concealed mounting
- Connection to the air conditioning system where suitable
- Commissioning
Local guide prices for Heywood
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.
The steps for a project in Heywood
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 Heywood we agree timings around your opening hours.
Set up
Door contacts and controls are set so it runs only when needed.
Things to check in Heywood
Heat source
Heat pump air curtains are usually cheaper to run than electric ones.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Heywood 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.
Controls
Door contacts stop the unit running when the door is closed.
Working hours
Most Heywood businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Types of premises we cover in Heywood
- 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.
Common questions from businesses in Heywood
How much does an air curtain cost in Heywood?
Guide prices in Heywood 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 Middleton, Rochdale and Bury?
Yes. Alongside Heywood, we also cover Middleton, Rochdale and Bury. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Heywood?
All of them, including BA13 and OL10. 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.
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.
Talk to us about your premises in Heywood
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.