Air curtains in Ipswich
Air curtains for businesses in Ipswich — 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 Ipswich?
Our guide range in Ipswich is £1,550–£5,350 per doorway before VAT; a typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) is £2,095–£5,350 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.
Working in Ipswich
In Ipswich, commercial premises range from city-centre office blocks and shopping streets to restaurants, hotels and industrial estates.
We work across Ipswich's postcode districts, including IP1, IP3 and IP4. Neighbouring towns we cover include Harwich, Felixstowe and Stowmarket. Air curtains in Ipswich is priced from a written specification that lists the equipment, positions, controls and commissioning.
What you get
- 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
Air curtains prices in Ipswich
Guide prices for Ipswich, set for the East of England. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| 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 it works in Ipswich
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 Ipswich we agree timings around your opening hours.
Set up
Door contacts and controls are set so it runs only when needed.
Points to plan for in Ipswich
Controls
Door contacts stop the unit running when the door is closed.
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.
Sizing
The curtain should cover the full door width and reach the floor at the right velocity.
Working hours
Most Ipswich businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Typical premises in Ipswich
- Warehouses and industrial: cooling for offices, mezzanines, control rooms and temperature-sensitive areas.
- Retail and shops: comfortable shop floors, stockrooms and entrances, even with the door open.
- 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.
Common questions from businesses in Ipswich
How much does an air curtain cost in Ipswich?
Guide prices in Ipswich 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 Harwich, Felixstowe and Stowmarket?
Yes. Alongside Ipswich, we also cover Harwich, Felixstowe and Stowmarket. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Ipswich?
All of them, including IP1, IP3 and IP4. 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.
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 Ipswich
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.