Air curtains in Welwyn Garden City
Air curtains for businesses in Welwyn Garden City — 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 Welwyn Garden City?
Budget roughly £1,550–£5,350 per doorway ex VAT in Welwyn Garden City. 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.
Welwyn Garden City and surrounding areas
Businesses in Welwyn Garden City range from independent shops and restaurants to offices, clinics and warehouses. Luton is about 17 km away.
We work across Welwyn Garden City's postcode districts, including AL8. Neighbouring towns we cover include Hatfield, Hertford and St Albans. Buildings across Hertfordshire range from converted period offices to modern units with deep ceiling voids, so we measure each site rather than relying on a standard package.
Included as standard
- 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
Local guide prices for Welwyn Garden City
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.
How we work in Welwyn Garden City
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 Welwyn Garden City we agree timings around your opening hours.
Set up
Door contacts and controls are set so it runs only when needed.
Local points to consider
Controls
Door contacts stop the unit running when the door is closed.
Working hours
Most Welwyn Garden City businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
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.
Premises we work in around Welwyn Garden City
- 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.
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).
FAQs for Welwyn Garden City
How much does an air curtain cost in Welwyn Garden City?
Guide prices in Welwyn Garden City 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 Hatfield, Hertford and St Albans?
Yes. Alongside Welwyn Garden City, we also cover Hatfield, Hertford and St Albans. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Welwyn Garden City?
All of them, including AL8. 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 Welwyn Garden City?
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.