Air curtains in the Lothians
A free survey, a clear specification and a fixed price for air curtains in the Lothians.
- 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 the Lothians?
Our guide range in the Lothians is £1,395–£4,750 per doorway before VAT; a typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) is £1,850–£4,750 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.
Working in the Lothians
We cover all of the Lothians, including Livingston, Musselburgh, Bathgate, Bonnyrigg and Penicuik. Wherever your premises are, the survey, quote and installation follow the same steps.
Postcode districts we cover include EH10, EH20, EH25, EH31, EH36, EH41, EH49 and TD13. We plan work in the Lothians 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 the Lothians
Prices below include our regional adjustment for Scotland (4% below the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambient (unheated) air curtain | £1,395–£2,350 | £1,674–£2,820 | per doorway |
| Electrically heated air curtain | £1,850–£3,295 | £2,220–£3,954 | per doorway |
| Heat pump (DX) air curtain | £2,850–£4,750 | £3,420–£5,700 | per doorway |
| Recessed / concealed installation | £380–£955 | £456–£1,146 | per doorway |
Ex VAT, supply and install. Electrical supply upgrades priced after survey.
How we work in the Lothians
Measure
We measure the opening and check wind exposure and existing heating. For sites in the Lothians we confirm access and parking beforehand.
Select
The right width, air velocity and heat source are chosen.
Install
The unit is mounted and connected to power, water or refrigerant.
Set up
Door contacts and controls are set so it runs only when needed.
Things to check in the Lothians
Controls
Door contacts stop the unit running when the door is closed.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in the Lothians 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.
Heat source
Heat pump air curtains are usually cheaper to run than electric ones.
Leased premises
If your the Lothians premises are leased, the landlord's written consent is usually needed for external units, wall penetrations and roof access. We provide drawings and data sheets for the request.
Types of premises we cover in the Lothians
- 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.
In Scotland, systems holding 5 tonnes CO2 equivalent of refrigerant or more fall under GB F-gas rules, with regular leak checks and records; systems with an effective output of 12 kW or more also need a periodic energy inspection.
Your questions answered
How much does an air curtain cost in the Lothians?
Guide prices in the Lothians run from about £1,395 to £4,750 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) costs £1,850–£4,750 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Edinburgh, Fife and Stirling, Falkirk and Clackmannanshire?
Yes. Alongside the Lothians, we also cover Edinburgh, Fife and Stirling, Falkirk and Clackmannanshire. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Are they noisy?
Modern units are quiet at normal speeds. We select units sized so they do not need to run flat out.
Will it keep insects out?
An air curtain can help discourage flying insects, but it is not a substitute for proper insect screening where hygiene rules require it.
Talk to us about your premises in the Lothians
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.