Commercial air conditioning in Derby
Surveyed, specified and priced in writing: commercial air conditioning across Derby.
- Free survey for new installations
- Local guide prices for 22 services
- Unit sizes, refrigerant and price set out in writing
Commercial air conditioning in Derby
Across Derby we fit and maintain air conditioning for offices, shops, restaurants, gyms, surgeries and technical rooms, with guide prices on every service page.
In Derby, a single split system typically costs £1,395–£2,395 plus VAT installed; a ceiling cassette is priced per unit.
Working in Derby
Derby has the full mix of premises that need cooling and heating: offices, shops, restaurants, gyms, clinics and technical rooms.
That includes premises in DE1 and the surrounding districts. Nearby, we also cover Belper (about 11 km), Ilkeston (about 12 km) and Heanor (about 13 km).
Commercial air conditioning in Derby is priced from a written specification: unit sizes, positions, pipe routes, condensate, electrics, controls and commissioning are all listed.
Before a visit in Derby we ask for the make, model and number of units so the engineer arrives with the right filters, parts and access equipment.
Popular services in Derby
Commercial ventilation
Supply and extract ventilation for fresh air, comfort and compliance.
From £2,895 per system, ex VAT
Air conditioning replacement and upgrades
Replace ageing R22 and R410A equipment with efficient, lower-GWP systems.
From £1,595 per indoor unit, ex VAT
Ducted air conditioning
Hidden units above the ceiling, with only slim grilles on show.
From £3,395 per ducted zone, ex VAT
F-gas leak checks and records
Mandatory leak checks, labelling and records for systems above the threshold.
From £140 per visit, first system, ex VAT
Air conditioning cleaning
Deep cleaning of coils, fans, trays and drains for fresher, more efficient units.
From £95 per indoor unit, ex VAT
Heat recovery ventilation (MVHR)
Fresh air with most of the heat kept in, for offices, classrooms and studios.
From £4,850 per unit installed, ex VAT
All services and local guide prices
Air conditioning installation
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial air conditioning installation | £1,895 | per indoor unit (zone) |
| Office air conditioning | £2,095 | per zone |
| VRF and VRV systems | £2,395 | per indoor unit (whole system) |
| Ceiling cassette air conditioning | £2,095 | per cassette |
| Ducted air conditioning | £3,395 | per ducted zone |
| Split and multi-split systems | £1,395 | per system |
| Air-to-air heat pumps | £1,595 | per zone |
| Server room and comms room cooling | £3,850 | per room (duty/standby pair) |
Servicing, repairs and replacement
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Air conditioning servicing | £170 | per visit, first indoor unit |
| Planned maintenance contracts | £190 | per indoor unit, per year |
| Air conditioning repairs | £140 | per repair visit |
| Air conditioning cleaning | £95 | per indoor unit |
| Air conditioning replacement and upgrades | £1,595 | per indoor unit |
F-gas and TM44 compliance
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| F-gas leak checks and records | £140 | per visit, first system |
| TM44 air conditioning inspections | £385 | per building |
| Decommissioning and refrigerant recovery | £240 | per system |
Ventilation and air quality
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial ventilation | £2,895 | per system |
| Heat recovery ventilation (MVHR) | £4,850 | per unit installed |
| Fan coil units | £65 | per fan coil serviced |
| Air handling units | £240 | per unit, per visit |
Design and specialist systems
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| HVAC design and heat load surveys | £485 | per project |
| Air curtains | £1,395 | per doorway |
Things to check in Derby
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.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Derby 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.
Leased premises
If your Derby 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.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Derby are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
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).
Questions from businesses in Derby
How much does commercial air conditioning cost in Derby?
A single wall-mounted split typically costs £1,395–£2,395 plus VAT installed in Derby, and a ceiling cassette £2,095–£4,850 per unit. A small shop or office with two to four indoor units usually comes to £4,850–£16,150 plus VAT.
Do you also cover Belper, Ilkeston and Heanor?
Yes. Alongside Derby, we also cover Belper, Ilkeston and Heanor. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Is the survey free?
Yes, for new installations and replacements on the UK mainland. Service, repair and inspection visits are priced before we book them.
Do you service systems you did not install?
Yes. We service most commercial makes and models; tell us the make and model if you know them.
Which refrigerant do new systems use?
Most new small split systems use R32, because new single splits under 3 kg in Great Britain cannot use refrigerants with a GWP of 750 or more. Larger systems vary by equipment.
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