Air curtains in Torquay
Air curtains for businesses in Torquay — 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 Torquay?
Our guide range in Torquay is £1,500–£5,150 per doorway before VAT; a typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) is £2,050–£5,150 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.
Torquay and surrounding areas
Torquay supports a mix of high-street retail, professional offices, hospitality and light industry. Exeter is about 29 km away.
We work across Torquay's postcode districts, including TQ2. We also cover Paignton, Newton Abbot and Exmouth, all within easy reach of Torquay. For air curtains in Torquay, the survey looks at how the space is used, where equipment and ductwork can go and what the electrical supply can take.
What you get
- Door size and exposure assessment
- Ambient, electric, water or heat pump air curtain options
- Surface, recessed or concealed mounting
- Connection to the air conditioning system where suitable
- Commissioning
Guide prices in Torquay
These guide prices are adjusted for the South West, where labour and access costs run about 4% 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 | £3,050–£5,150 | £3,660–£6,180 | per doorway |
| Recessed / concealed installation | £410–£1,050 | £492–£1,260 | per doorway |
Ex VAT, supply and install. Electrical supply upgrades priced after survey.
From enquiry to handover in Torquay
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 Torquay screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Set up
Door contacts and controls are set so it runs only when needed.
Points to plan for in Torquay
Heat source
Heat pump air curtains are usually cheaper to run than electric ones.
Leased premises
If your Torquay 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.
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.
Who we work with in Torquay
- Retail and shops: comfortable shop floors, stockrooms and entrances, even with the door open.
- 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.
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.
Common questions from businesses in Torquay
How much does an air curtain cost in Torquay?
Guide prices in Torquay run from about £1,500 to £5,150 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) costs £2,050–£5,150 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Paignton, Newton Abbot and Exmouth?
Yes. Alongside Torquay, we also cover Paignton, Newton Abbot and Exmouth. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Torquay?
All of them, including TQ2. 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.
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.
Need air curtains in Torquay?
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.