Air curtains in Peterlee
Air curtains for businesses in Peterlee — 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 Peterlee?
Budget roughly £1,350–£4,650 per doorway ex VAT in Peterlee. For a typical job — single shop entrance, electric or heat pump — expect £1,850–£4,650 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.
Peterlee and surrounding areas
Most commercial premises in and around Peterlee are shops, offices, salons, pubs and small industrial units. Sunderland is about 16 km away.
Postcode districts we cover in Peterlee include SR8. Neighbouring towns we cover include Seaham, Hartlepool and Houghton-Le-Spring. For air curtains in Peterlee, the survey looks at how the space is used, where equipment and ductwork can go and what the electrical supply can take.
What the job covers
- 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
Prices in Peterlee
Guide prices for Peterlee, set for the North East. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambient (unheated) air curtain | £1,350–£2,295 | £1,620–£2,754 | per doorway |
| Electrically heated air curtain | £1,850–£3,250 | £2,220–£3,900 | per doorway |
| Heat pump (DX) air curtain | £2,750–£4,650 | £3,300–£5,580 | per doorway |
| Recessed / concealed installation | £370–£935 | £444–£1,122 | per doorway |
Ex VAT, supply and install. Electrical supply upgrades priced after survey.
From enquiry to handover in Peterlee
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 Peterlee screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Set up
Door contacts and controls are set so it runs only when needed.
Before you book in Peterlee
Controls
Door contacts stop the unit running when the door is closed.
Shared buildings
In multi-let buildings, roof space, risers and plant areas are often controlled by a managing agent. We work to their permits and method-statement requirements.
Heat source
Heat pump air curtains are usually cheaper to run than electric ones.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Peterlee are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Who we work with in Peterlee
- 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.
- Restaurants and cafés: dining rooms that stay comfortable next to a hot kitchen and a busy service.
Compliance in England: refrigerant work falls under GB F-gas rules, and buildings with more than 12 kW of air conditioning in total need a periodic energy inspection (often called TM44).
Questions about air curtains in Peterlee
How much does an air curtain cost in Peterlee?
Guide prices in Peterlee run from about £1,350 to £4,650 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) costs £1,850–£4,650 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Seaham, Hartlepool and Houghton-Le-Spring?
Yes. Alongside Peterlee, we also cover Seaham, Hartlepool and Houghton-Le-Spring. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Peterlee?
All of them, including SR8. 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 Peterlee?
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.