Air curtains in Whitstable
Air curtains for businesses in Whitstable — 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 Whitstable?
Our guide range in Whitstable is £1,650–£5,695 per doorway before VAT; a typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) is £2,250–£5,695 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.
Covering Whitstable and nearby
Whitstable has a compact centre of shops, cafés and offices, with business units on its outskirts. Southend-on-Sea is about 29 km away.
We cover every Whitstable postcode, including CT5. Neighbouring towns we cover include Herne Bay, Canterbury and Faversham. Buildings across Kent range from converted period offices to modern units with deep ceiling voids, so we measure each site rather than relying on a standard package.
What is included
- Door size and exposure assessment
- 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
Local guide prices for Whitstable
Guide prices for Whitstable, set for the South East. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambient (unheated) air curtain | £1,650–£2,795 | £1,980–£3,354 | per doorway |
| Electrically heated air curtain | £2,250–£3,950 | £2,700–£4,740 | per doorway |
| Heat pump (DX) air curtain | £3,395–£5,695 | £4,074–£6,834 | per doorway |
| Recessed / concealed installation | £455–£1,150 | £546–£1,380 | per doorway |
Ex VAT, supply and install. Electrical supply upgrades priced after survey.
How it works in Whitstable
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 Whitstable we agree timings around your opening hours.
Set up
Door contacts and controls are set so it runs only when needed.
Things to check in Whitstable
Heat source
Heat pump air curtains are usually cheaper to run than electric ones.
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.
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.
Premises we work in around Whitstable
- 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.
- Retail and shops: comfortable shop floors, stockrooms and entrances, even with the door open.
Two rules matter for most businesses in England: GB F-gas rules (leak checks from 5 tonnes CO2e) and the periodic energy inspection for more than 12 kW of air conditioning.
Questions about air curtains in Whitstable
How much does an air curtain cost in Whitstable?
Guide prices in Whitstable run from about £1,650 to £5,695 per doorway, plus VAT. A typical job (single shop entrance, electric or heat pump) costs £2,250–£5,695 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Herne Bay, Canterbury and Faversham?
Yes. Alongside Whitstable, we also cover Herne Bay, Canterbury and Faversham. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Whitstable?
All of them, including CT5. 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.
Are they noisy?
Modern units are quiet at normal speeds. We select units sized so they do not need to run flat out.
Get a guide price for Whitstable
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.