Air curtains in Stornoway
Air curtains for businesses in Stornoway — surveyed, designed and priced in writing before any work starts.
- Survey by arrangement, travel charge quoted first
- Equipment, positions and price set out in writing
- Work planned around your opening hours
How much does an air curtain cost in Stornoway?
In Stornoway, guide prices run from about £1,500 to £5,195 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) usually comes to £2,050–£5,195 plus VAT. For remote and island locations, a travel charge (ferry fares and any accommodation at cost, plus travel time) is quoted as a fixed amount in writing before anything is booked.
An air curtain is a unit mounted above a doorway that blows a controlled stream of air down across the opening.
Working in Stornoway
In a town like Stornoway, a single wall unit for a shop or a cassette for a surgery makes a real difference in summer.
Postcode districts we cover in Stornoway include HS1. Buildings across Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles range from converted period offices to modern units with deep ceiling voids, so we measure each site rather than relying on a standard package.
We cover Stornoway by arrangement: a travel charge (ferry fares and any accommodation at cost, plus travel time) is quoted as a fixed amount in writing before anything is booked. We group visits where we can to keep it down.
What you get
- Ambient, electric, water or heat pump air curtain options
- Surface, recessed or concealed mounting
- Door contact and control set-up
- Connection to the air conditioning system where suitable
- Commissioning
Prices in Stornoway
Prices below include our regional adjustment for the north of Scotland (5% above the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambient (unheated) air curtain | £1,500–£2,550 | £1,800–£3,060 | per doorway |
| Electrically heated air curtain | £2,050–£3,595 | £2,460–£4,314 | per doorway |
| Heat pump (DX) air curtain | £3,095–£5,195 | £3,714–£6,234 | per doorway |
| Recessed / concealed installation | £415–£1,050 | £498–£1,260 | per doorway |
Ex VAT, supply and install. Electrical supply upgrades priced after survey.
How we work in Stornoway
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 Stornoway 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 Stornoway
Controls
Door contacts stop the unit running when the door is closed.
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.
Exposure
Windy entrances need more powerful units or a lobby.
Working hours
Most Stornoway businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Types of premises we cover in Stornoway
- 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 Scotland: refrigerant work falls under GB F-gas rules, and systems with an effective output of 12 kW or more need a periodic energy inspection (often called TM44).
Questions about air curtains in Stornoway
How much does an air curtain cost in Stornoway?
Guide prices in Stornoway run from about £1,500 to £5,195 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) costs £2,050–£5,195 plus VAT. For Stornoway, a travel charge is added and quoted in writing before the survey is booked.
Which postcodes do you cover in Stornoway?
All of them, including HS1. 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 Stornoway?
Visits to Stornoway are by arrangement: a travel charge (ferry fares and any accommodation at cost, plus travel time) is quoted as a fixed amount in writing before anything is booked.