Air handling units in Highland
Clear prices and written reports for air handling unit servicing and repairs in Highland.
- Visit and travel price agreed before we book
- Written report after every visit
- F-gas records updated where required
How much does an air handling unit service cost in Highland?
In Highland, expect around £255–£625 per unit, per visit, plus VAT. A typical job (AHU service with filter change) is £255–£625 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 handling unit (AHU) is a large central unit that filters, heats, cools and moves air through a building's ductwork, often with heat recovery.
Covering Highland and nearby
We cover all of Highland, including Inverness, Fort William, Nairn and Thurso. Remote and island locations are covered by arrangement.
Postcode districts we cover include AB37, IV11, IV23, IV46, KW2, PA34, PH32 and PH44. Service and repair visits in Highland are booked around your opening hours, with the price agreed before we come.
Remote and island locations in Highland are covered 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.
Included as standard
- Filter changes to the specified grade
- Fan, belt and motor checks
- Coil and drip tray cleaning
- Damper and actuator checks
- Heat recovery device checks
Air handling units prices in Highland
These guide prices are adjusted for the north of Scotland, where labour and access costs run about 5% above the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHU service with filter change | £255–£625 | £306–£750 | per visit |
| Fan / motor replacement | £1,500–£5,195 | £1,800–£6,234 | per fan |
| Full AHU replacement | £15,695–£72,995 | £18,834–£87,594 | per unit |
Ex VAT. Filters are charged at cost for the grade specified.
How a visit in Highland works
Inspect
We record the AHU type, condition, filter grades and controls.
Service
Filters are changed and components cleaned and checked.
Report
Readings and recommendations are reported.
Upgrade or replace
Where needed, we quote for fan upgrades or replacement.
Points to plan for in Highland
Energy
Fan upgrades and better controls can cut energy use significantly on older units.
Leased premises
If your Highland 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.
Filters
Filter grades should match the original design or current guidance for the building.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Highland are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Types of premises we cover in Highland
- Warehouses and industrial: cooling for offices, mezzanines, control rooms and temperature-sensitive areas.
Two rules matter for most businesses in Scotland: GB F-gas rules (leak checks from 5 tonnes CO2e) and the periodic energy inspection for systems of 12 kW or more.
FAQs for Highland
How much does an air handling unit service cost in Highland?
In Highland, expect about £255–£625 per unit, per visit, plus VAT. A typical job (AHU service with filter change) is £255–£625 plus VAT. Any parts or repairs are priced before we go ahead. A travel charge for remote and island locations in Highland is quoted before the visit is booked.
Do you also cover Moray, Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire and Perth and Kinross?
Yes. Alongside Highland, we also cover Moray, Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire and Perth and Kinross. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Do you handle crane lifts?
Yes, we plan craneage, permits and lifting for replacements.
How long do air handling units last?
Commonly 20 years or more with good maintenance, though fans and controls may need replacing sooner.
Get a guide price for Highland
The price is agreed before we book; remote and island locations in Highland are by arrangement, and 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.