Air curtains in Rayleigh
Air curtains for businesses in Rayleigh — 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 Rayleigh?
Budget roughly £1,550–£5,350 per doorway ex VAT in Rayleigh. For a typical job — single shop entrance, electric or heat pump — expect £2,095–£5,350 plus VAT. Your exact price is fixed in writing once we have surveyed.
An air curtain is a unit mounted above a doorway that blows a controlled stream of air down across the opening.
Covering Rayleigh and nearby
Rayleigh has a compact centre of shops, cafés and offices, with business units on its outskirts. Southend-on-Sea is about 9 km away.
That includes premises in SS6 and the surrounding districts. We also cover Hadleigh, South Benfleet and Wickford, all within easy reach of Rayleigh. We plan work in Rayleigh so the noisy parts happen when they disturb your business least.
Included as standard
- 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
Air curtains prices in Rayleigh
These guide prices are adjusted for the East of England, where labour and access costs run about 8% above the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambient (unheated) air curtain | £1,550–£2,650 | £1,860–£3,180 | per doorway |
| Electrically heated air curtain | £2,095–£3,750 | £2,514–£4,500 | per doorway |
| Heat pump (DX) air curtain | £3,195–£5,350 | £3,834–£6,420 | per doorway |
| Recessed / concealed installation | £425–£1,050 | £510–£1,260 | per doorway |
Ex VAT, supply and install. Electrical supply upgrades priced after survey.
The steps for a project in Rayleigh
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 Rayleigh screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Set up
Door contacts and controls are set so it runs only when needed.
Things to check in Rayleigh
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.
Controls
Door contacts stop the unit running when the door is closed.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Rayleigh 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.
Premises we work in around Rayleigh
- 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.
- Retail and shops: comfortable shop floors, stockrooms and entrances, even with the door open.
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 Rayleigh
How much does an air curtain cost in Rayleigh?
Guide prices in Rayleigh run from about £1,550 to £5,350 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) costs £2,095–£5,350 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Hadleigh, South Benfleet and Wickford?
Yes. Alongside Rayleigh, we also cover Hadleigh, South Benfleet and Wickford. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Rayleigh?
All of them, including SS6. 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.
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 Rayleigh?
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.