Air curtains in Portadown
Air curtains for businesses in Portadown — 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 Portadown?
Budget roughly £1,350–£4,550 per doorway ex VAT in Portadown. For a typical job — single shop entrance, electric or heat pump — expect £1,795–£4,550 plus VAT. You get a fixed written quote after the 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 Portadown
In Portadown, typical premises are high-street shops, offices above them, surgeries, salons and local industrial units. Belfast is about 39 km away.
We work across Portadown's postcode districts, including BT62 and BT63. Nearby, we also cover Craigavon (about 5 km), Banbridge (about 13 km) and Armagh (about 17 km). For air curtains in Portadown, the survey looks at how the space is used, where equipment and ductwork can go and what the electrical supply can take.
What is included
- 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
Prices in Portadown
Guide prices for Portadown, set for Northern Ireland. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambient (unheated) air curtain | £1,350–£2,250 | £1,620–£2,700 | per doorway |
| Electrically heated air curtain | £1,795–£3,150 | £2,154–£3,780 | per doorway |
| Heat pump (DX) air curtain | £2,695–£4,550 | £3,234–£5,460 | per doorway |
| Recessed / concealed installation | £365–£915 | £438–£1,098 | per doorway |
Ex VAT, supply and install. Electrical supply upgrades priced after survey.
From enquiry to handover in Portadown
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 Portadown screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Set up
Door contacts and controls are set so it runs only when needed.
Points to plan for in Portadown
Heat source
Heat pump air curtains are usually cheaper to run than electric ones.
Working hours
Most Portadown 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.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Portadown often come down to access — loading restrictions, parking for the van and getting equipment onto a roof. We check this at survey and plan deliveries around it.
Who we work with in Portadown
- 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.
- Retail and shops: comfortable shop floors, stockrooms and entrances, even with the door open.
Two rules matter for most businesses in Northern Ireland: EU F-gas rules that apply in Northern Ireland (leak checks from 5 tonnes CO2e) and the periodic energy inspection for more than 12 kW of air conditioning.
Your questions answered
How much does an air curtain cost in Portadown?
Guide prices in Portadown run from about £1,350 to £4,550 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) costs £1,795–£4,550 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Craigavon, Banbridge and Armagh?
Yes. Alongside Portadown, we also cover Craigavon, Banbridge and Armagh. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Portadown?
All of them, including BT62 and BT63. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Do air curtains really work?
Yes, when they are sized and set up correctly for the door and its exposure. They significantly reduce heat exchange through an open door.
Are they noisy?
Modern units are quiet at normal speeds. We select units sized so they do not need to run flat out.
Need air curtains in Portadown?
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.