Air curtains in Horwich
Air curtains for businesses in Horwich — 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 Horwich?
Our guide range in Horwich 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. 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.
Where we work around Horwich
In a town like Horwich, a single wall unit for a shop or a cassette for a surgery makes a real difference in summer. Bolton is about 8 km away.
We cover every Horwich postcode, including BL6. Nearby, we also cover Westhoughton (about 6 km), Chorley (about 7 km) and Hindley (about 8 km). Air curtains in Horwich is priced from a written specification that lists the equipment, positions, controls and commissioning.
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
Local guide prices for Horwich
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 Horwich 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. We keep work areas in Horwich screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Set up
Door contacts and controls are set so it runs only when needed.
Points to plan for in Horwich
Sizing
The curtain should cover the full door width and reach the floor at the right velocity.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Horwich are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Exposure
Windy entrances need more powerful units or a lobby.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Horwich 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.
Premises we work in around Horwich
- 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.
FAQs for Horwich
How much does an air curtain cost in Horwich?
Guide prices in Horwich 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 Westhoughton, Chorley and Hindley?
Yes. Alongside Horwich, we also cover Westhoughton, Chorley and Hindley. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Horwich?
All of them, including BL6. 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.
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 Horwich
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.