Air curtains in Oban
Air curtains for businesses in Oban — surveyed, designed and priced in writing before any work starts.
- Survey by arrangement, travel charge quoted first
- Equipment, positions and price set out in writing
- Work planned around your opening hours
How much does an air curtain cost in Oban?
In Oban, guide prices run from about £1,500 to £5,195 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) usually comes to £2,050–£5,195 plus VAT. For remote and island locations, a travel charge (ferry fares and any accommodation at cost, plus travel time) is quoted as a fixed amount in writing before anything is booked.
An air curtain is a unit mounted above a doorway that blows a controlled stream of air down across the opening.
Working in Oban
In a town like Oban, a single wall unit for a shop or a cassette for a surgery makes a real difference in summer.
That includes premises in PA34 and the surrounding districts. Air curtains in Oban is priced from a written specification that lists the equipment, positions, controls and commissioning.
We cover Oban by arrangement: a travel charge (ferry fares and any accommodation at cost, plus travel time) is quoted as a fixed amount in writing before anything is booked. We group visits where we can to keep it down.
What is included
- Door size and exposure assessment
- Ambient, electric, water or heat pump air curtain options
- Door contact and control set-up
- Connection to the air conditioning system where suitable
- Commissioning
Local guide prices for Oban
These guide prices are adjusted for the north of Scotland, where labour and access costs run about 5% above the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambient (unheated) air curtain | £1,500–£2,550 | £1,800–£3,060 | per doorway |
| Electrically heated air curtain | £2,050–£3,595 | £2,460–£4,314 | per doorway |
| Heat pump (DX) air curtain | £3,095–£5,195 | £3,714–£6,234 | per doorway |
| Recessed / concealed installation | £415–£1,050 | £498–£1,260 | per doorway |
Ex VAT, supply and install. Electrical supply upgrades priced after survey.
From enquiry to handover in Oban
Measure
We measure the opening and check wind exposure and existing heating. For sites in Oban we confirm access and parking beforehand.
Select
The right width, air velocity and heat source are chosen.
Install
The unit is mounted and connected to power, water or refrigerant.
Set up
Door contacts and controls are set so it runs only when needed.
Points to plan for in Oban
Controls
Door contacts stop the unit running when the door is closed.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Oban are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Sizing
The curtain should cover the full door width and reach the floor at the right velocity.
Neighbours and noise
Outdoor units near flats — common above shops — need careful siting so noise at neighbours' windows stays low. We choose positions and quieter units with that in mind.
Types of premises we cover in Oban
- 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.
Compliance in Scotland: refrigerant work falls under GB F-gas rules, and systems with an effective output of 12 kW or more need a periodic energy inspection (often called TM44).
FAQs for Oban
How much does an air curtain cost in Oban?
Guide prices in Oban run from about £1,500 to £5,195 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) costs £2,050–£5,195 plus VAT. For Oban, a travel charge is added and quoted in writing before the survey is booked.
Which postcodes do you cover in Oban?
All of them, including PA34. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
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.
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.
Talk to us about your premises in Oban
Visits to Oban are by arrangement: a travel charge (ferry fares and any accommodation at cost, plus travel time) is quoted as a fixed amount in writing before anything is booked.