Air curtains in Hindley
Air curtains for businesses in Hindley — 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 Hindley?
Our guide range in Hindley is £1,395–£4,850 per doorway before VAT; a typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) is £1,895–£4,850 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.
Where we work around Hindley
Hindley has a compact centre of shops, cafés and offices, with business units on its outskirts. Wigan is about 4 km away.
We work across Hindley's postcode districts, including WN2. We also work in nearby Wigan, Westhoughton and Leigh. We plan work in Hindley so the noisy parts happen when they disturb your business least.
What the job covers
- 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 Hindley
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 a job in Hindley works
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 Hindley 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 Hindley
Controls
Door contacts stop the unit running when the door is closed.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Hindley 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.
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.
Who we work with in Hindley
- 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.
- Retail and shops: comfortable shop floors, stockrooms and entrances, even with the door open.
Compliance in England: refrigerant work falls under GB F-gas rules, and buildings with more than 12 kW of air conditioning in total need a periodic energy inspection (often called TM44).
Common questions from businesses in Hindley
How much does an air curtain cost in Hindley?
Guide prices in Hindley 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 Wigan, Westhoughton and Leigh?
Yes. Alongside Hindley, we also cover Wigan, Westhoughton and Leigh. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Hindley?
All of them, including WN2. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
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.
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 Hindley
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.