Commercial air conditioning in Dumfries and Galloway
Air conditioning and ventilation for offices, shops, restaurants and technical rooms in Dumfries and Galloway.
- Free survey for new installations
- Local guide prices for 22 services
- Unit sizes, refrigerant and price set out in writing
Commercial air conditioning in Dumfries and Galloway
For businesses in Dumfries and Galloway we cover the full job: survey, design, installation, servicing, repairs and the compliance paperwork that goes with them.
In Dumfries and Galloway, a single split system typically costs £1,395–£2,350 plus VAT installed; a ceiling cassette is priced per unit.
Working in Dumfries and Galloway
We cover all of Dumfries and Galloway, including Dumfries, Stranraer and Annan. Wherever your premises are, the survey, quote and installation follow the same steps.
Postcode districts we cover include DG1, DG3, DG5, DG7, DG10, DG12, DG14 and ML12.
Commercial air conditioning in Dumfries and Galloway is priced from a written specification: unit sizes, positions, pipe routes, condensate, electrics, controls and commissioning are all listed.
For servicing and repairs in Dumfries and Galloway, 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 Dumfries and Galloway
Popular services in Dumfries and Galloway
Decommissioning and refrigerant recovery
Safe removal of old units with refrigerant recovered and paperwork provided.
From £235 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
Ceiling cassette air conditioning
Four-way and compact cassettes that sit flush in a suspended ceiling.
From £2,050 per cassette, ex VAT
VRF and VRV systems
Multi-zone systems that heat and cool a whole floor or building from shared outdoor plant.
From £2,350 per indoor unit (whole system), ex VAT
Commercial ventilation
Supply and extract ventilation for fresh air, comfort and compliance.
From £2,850 per system, ex VAT
Heat recovery ventilation (MVHR)
Fresh air with most of the heat kept in, for offices, classrooms and studios.
From £4,750 per unit installed, ex VAT
All services and local guide prices
Air conditioning installation
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial air conditioning installation | £1,850 | per indoor unit (zone) |
| Office air conditioning | £2,050 | per zone |
| VRF and VRV systems | £2,350 | per indoor unit (whole system) |
| Ceiling cassette air conditioning | £2,050 | per cassette |
| Ducted air conditioning | £3,295 | 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 | £3,795 | 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 | £185 | per indoor unit, per year |
| Air conditioning repairs | £140 | per repair visit |
| Air conditioning cleaning | £90 | 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 | £380 | per building |
| Decommissioning and refrigerant recovery | £235 | per system |
Ventilation and air quality
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial ventilation | £2,850 | per system |
| Heat recovery ventilation (MVHR) | £4,750 | per unit installed |
| Fan coil units | £60 | per fan coil serviced |
| Air handling units | £235 | per unit, per visit |
Design and specialist systems
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| HVAC design and heat load surveys | £475 | per project |
| Air curtains | £1,395 | per doorway |
Local points to consider
Leased premises
If your Dumfries and Galloway 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 Dumfries and Galloway are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
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.
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.
Common questions in Dumfries and Galloway
How much does commercial air conditioning cost in Dumfries and Galloway?
A single wall-mounted split typically costs £1,395–£2,350 plus VAT installed in Dumfries and Galloway, and a ceiling cassette £2,050–£4,750 per unit. A small shop or office with two to four indoor units usually comes to £4,750–£15,850 plus VAT.
Do you also cover Ayrshire, Lanarkshire and the Scottish Borders?
Yes. Alongside Dumfries and Galloway, we also cover Ayrshire, Lanarkshire and the Scottish Borders. 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 handle landlord consent?
We supply the drawings, unit data sheets and method of fixing your landlord or managing agent will ask for.
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Air conditioning for your premises in Dumfries and Galloway
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