Commercial air conditioning in Dorset
Installation, servicing, repairs and compliance for businesses in Dorset, with local guide prices for every service.
- Free survey for new installations
- Local guide prices for 22 services
- Unit sizes, refrigerant and price set out in writing
Commercial air conditioning in Dorset
Across Dorset we fit and maintain air conditioning for offices, shops, restaurants, gyms, surgeries and technical rooms, with guide prices on every service page.
In Dorset, a single split system typically costs £1,500–£2,550 plus VAT installed; a ceiling cassette is priced per unit.
Covering Dorset and nearby
We cover all of Dorset, including Bournemouth, Poole, Weymouth and Christchurch. Each town below has its own page with local guide prices.
Postcode districts we cover include BA22, BH5, BH11, BH17, BH23, DT4, DT10 and TA20.
Buildings across Dorset range from converted period offices to modern units with deep ceiling voids, so we measure each site rather than relying on a standard package.
For servicing and repairs in Dorset, roof and high-level access is planned in advance, so the visit is not wasted waiting for a tower or a key.
Towns we cover in Dorset
Where to start in Dorset
Planned maintenance contracts
Scheduled PPM visits, F-gas leak checks and records for your whole estate.
From £205 per indoor unit, per year, ex VAT
Air handling units
Servicing, filter changes, repairs and replacement of AHUs.
From £255 per unit, per visit, ex VAT
Ducted air conditioning
Hidden units above the ceiling, with only slim grilles on show.
From £3,595 per ducted zone, ex VAT
Air-to-air heat pumps
Use your air conditioning as efficient electric heating as well as cooling.
From £1,695 per zone, ex VAT
Split and multi-split systems
Wall-mounted and multi-room systems for smaller premises.
From £1,500 per system, ex VAT
Decommissioning and refrigerant recovery
Safe removal of old units with refrigerant recovered and paperwork provided.
From £255 per system, ex VAT
All services and local guide prices
Air conditioning installation
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial air conditioning installation | £2,050 | per indoor unit (zone) |
| Office air conditioning | £2,250 | per zone |
| VRF and VRV systems | £2,550 | per indoor unit (whole system) |
| Ceiling cassette air conditioning | £2,250 | per cassette |
| Ducted air conditioning | £3,595 | per ducted zone |
| Split and multi-split systems | £1,500 | per system |
| Air-to-air heat pumps | £1,695 | per zone |
| Server room and comms room cooling | £4,095 | per room (duty/standby pair) |
Servicing, repairs and replacement
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Air conditioning servicing | £180 | per visit, first indoor unit |
| Planned maintenance contracts | £205 | per indoor unit, per year |
| Air conditioning repairs | £145 | per repair visit |
| Air conditioning cleaning | £100 | per indoor unit |
| Air conditioning replacement and upgrades | £1,695 | per indoor unit |
F-gas and TM44 compliance
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| F-gas leak checks and records | £145 | per visit, first system |
| TM44 air conditioning inspections | £410 | per building |
| Decommissioning and refrigerant recovery | £255 | per system |
Ventilation and air quality
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial ventilation | £3,050 | per system |
| Heat recovery ventilation (MVHR) | £5,150 | per unit installed |
| Fan coil units | £70 | per fan coil serviced |
| Air handling units | £255 | per unit, per visit |
Design and specialist systems
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| HVAC design and heat load surveys | £515 | per project |
| Air curtains | £1,500 | per doorway |
Before you book in Dorset
Working hours
Most Dorset businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Shared buildings
In multi-let buildings, roof space, risers and plant areas are often controlled by a managing agent. We work to their permits and method-statement requirements.
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.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Dorset are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
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.
Questions from businesses in Dorset
How much does commercial air conditioning cost in Dorset?
A single wall-mounted split typically costs £1,500–£2,550 plus VAT installed in Dorset, and a ceiling cassette £2,250–£5,150 per unit. A small shop or office with two to four indoor units usually comes to £5,150–£17,150 plus VAT.
Do you also cover the Isle of Wight, Hampshire and Wiltshire?
Yes. Alongside Dorset, we also cover the Isle of Wight, Hampshire and Wiltshire. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
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.
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.
Nearby areas
Air conditioning for your premises in Dorset
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