Air curtains in Shirley
Air curtains for businesses in Shirley — 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 Shirley?
Budget roughly £1,450–£4,950 per doorway ex VAT in Shirley. For a typical job — single shop entrance, electric or heat pump — expect £1,950–£4,950 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.
Our coverage in Shirley
In Shirley, typical premises are high-street shops, offices above them, surgeries, salons and local industrial units. Solihull is about 3 km away.
We work across Shirley's postcode districts, including B90, BH23, CR0, DE6 and SO15. Neighbouring towns we cover include Solihull, Birmingham and Smethwick. Air curtains in Shirley is priced from a written specification that lists the equipment, positions, controls and commissioning.
What the job covers
- 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 Shirley
These guide prices are adjusted for the West Midlands, where labour and access costs run at about the UK guide level.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambient (unheated) air curtain | £1,450–£2,450 | £1,740–£2,940 | per doorway |
| Electrically heated air curtain | £1,950–£3,450 | £2,340–£4,140 | per doorway |
| Heat pump (DX) air curtain | £2,950–£4,950 | £3,540–£5,940 | per doorway |
| Recessed / concealed installation | £395–£995 | £474–£1,194 | per doorway |
Ex VAT, supply and install. Electrical supply upgrades priced after survey.
The steps for a project in Shirley
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 Shirley we agree timings around your opening hours.
Set up
Door contacts and controls are set so it runs only when needed.
What to think about in Shirley
Heat source
Heat pump air curtains are usually cheaper to run than electric ones.
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.
Sizing
The curtain should cover the full door width and reach the floor at the right velocity.
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 Shirley
- 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.
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.
Questions about air curtains in Shirley
How much does an air curtain cost in Shirley?
Guide prices in Shirley run from about £1,450 to £4,950 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) costs £1,950–£4,950 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Solihull, Birmingham and Smethwick?
Yes. Alongside Shirley, we also cover Solihull, Birmingham and Smethwick. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Shirley?
All of them, including B90, BH23, CR0 and DE6. 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 Shirley
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.