Air curtains in Purley
Air curtains for businesses in Purley — 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 Purley?
In Purley, guide prices run from about £1,850 to £6,350 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) usually comes to £2,500–£6,350 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.
Our coverage in Purley
Premises in Purley are often in mixed-use buildings with shared roofs and tight access, so outdoor unit positions are agreed early.
That includes premises in CR8 and the surrounding districts. Neighbouring towns we cover include Coulsdon, Wallington and Carshalton. For air curtains in Purley, the survey looks at how the space is used, where equipment and ductwork can go and what the electrical supply can take.
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
Air curtains prices in Purley
These guide prices are adjusted for London, where labour and access costs run about 28% above the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambient (unheated) air curtain | £1,850–£3,150 | £2,220–£3,780 | per doorway |
| Electrically heated air curtain | £2,500–£4,395 | £3,000–£5,274 | per doorway |
| Heat pump (DX) air curtain | £3,795–£6,350 | £4,554–£7,620 | per doorway |
| Recessed / concealed installation | £505–£1,250 | £606–£1,500 | per doorway |
Ex VAT, supply and install. Electrical supply upgrades priced after survey.
The steps for a project in Purley
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 Purley 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 Purley
Controls
Door contacts stop the unit running when the door is closed.
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.
Heat source
Heat pump air curtains are usually cheaper to run than electric ones.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Purley are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Premises we work in around Purley
- Restaurants and cafés: dining rooms that stay comfortable next to a hot kitchen and a busy service.
- 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.
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).
Common questions from businesses in Purley
How much does an air curtain cost in Purley?
Guide prices in Purley run from about £1,850 to £6,350 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) costs £2,500–£6,350 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Coulsdon, Wallington and Carshalton?
Yes. Alongside Purley, we also cover Coulsdon, Wallington and Carshalton. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Purley?
All of them, including CR8. 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.
Get a guide price for Purley
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.