Air curtains in Letchworth Garden City
A free survey, a clear specification and a fixed price for air curtains in Letchworth Garden City.
- 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 Letchworth Garden City?
In Letchworth Garden City, guide prices run from about £1,550 to £5,350 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) usually comes to £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.
Where we work around Letchworth Garden City
In Letchworth Garden City, typical premises are high-street shops, offices above them, surgeries, salons and local industrial units. Luton is about 17 km away.
We cover every Letchworth Garden City postcode, including SG4, SG5, SG6, SG7 and SG15. We also cover Hitchin, Stevenage and Luton, all within easy reach of Letchworth Garden City. Air curtains in Letchworth Garden City is priced from a written specification that lists the equipment, positions, controls and commissioning.
What is included
- Door size and exposure assessment
- Surface, recessed or concealed mounting
- Door contact and control set-up
- Connection to the air conditioning system where suitable
- Commissioning
Local guide prices for Letchworth Garden City
Prices below include our regional adjustment for the East of England (8% above the UK guide).
| 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 we work in Letchworth Garden City
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 Letchworth Garden City screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Set up
Door contacts and controls are set so it runs only when needed.
What to think about in Letchworth Garden City
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 Letchworth Garden City are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Controls
Door contacts stop the unit running when the door is closed.
Leased premises
If your Letchworth Garden City 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.
Premises we work in around Letchworth Garden City
- 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.
- Warehouses and industrial: cooling for offices, mezzanines, control rooms and temperature-sensitive areas.
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.
Your questions answered
How much does an air curtain cost in Letchworth Garden City?
Guide prices in Letchworth Garden City 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 Hitchin, Stevenage and Luton?
Yes. Alongside Letchworth Garden City, we also cover Hitchin, Stevenage and Luton. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Letchworth Garden City?
All of them, including SG4, SG5, SG6 and SG7. 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.
Need air curtains in Letchworth Garden City?
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.