Air curtains in Paignton
Air curtains for businesses in Paignton — 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 Paignton?
Budget roughly £1,500–£5,150 per doorway ex VAT in Paignton. For a typical job — single shop entrance, electric or heat pump — expect £2,050–£5,150 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 Paignton
In Paignton, typical commercial premises include town-centre shops and offices, surgeries, gyms and units on business parks. Exeter is about 32 km away.
We work across Paignton's postcode districts, including TQ3. We also cover Torquay, Newton Abbot and Exmouth, all within easy reach of Paignton. Buildings across Devon range from converted period offices to modern units with deep ceiling voids, so we measure each site rather than relying on a standard package.
What we do
- 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
Prices in Paignton
Guide prices for Paignton, set for the South West. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| 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 | £3,050–£5,150 | £3,660–£6,180 | per doorway |
| Recessed / concealed installation | £410–£1,050 | £492–£1,260 | per doorway |
Ex VAT, supply and install. Electrical supply upgrades priced after survey.
How it works in Paignton
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 Paignton we agree timings around your opening hours.
Set up
Door contacts and controls are set so it runs only when needed.
Things to check in Paignton
Heat source
Heat pump air curtains are usually cheaper to run than electric ones.
Working hours
Most Paignton businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
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.
Premises we work in around Paignton
- 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.
FAQs for Paignton
How much does an air curtain cost in Paignton?
Guide prices in Paignton run from about £1,500 to £5,150 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) costs £2,050–£5,150 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Torquay, Newton Abbot and Exmouth?
Yes. Alongside Paignton, we also cover Torquay, Newton Abbot and Exmouth. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Paignton?
All of them, including TQ3. 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 Paignton?
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.