Commercial air conditioning in South Ockendon
Surveyed, specified and priced in writing: commercial air conditioning across South Ockendon.
- Free survey for new installations
- Local guide prices for 22 services
- Unit sizes, refrigerant and price set out in writing
Commercial air conditioning in South Ockendon
For businesses in South Ockendon we cover the full job: survey, design, installation, servicing, repairs and the compliance paperwork that goes with them.
Typical prices in South Ockendon: a single split from £1,550 installed and a service visit from £190 for the first indoor unit, both plus VAT.
Where we work around South Ockendon
In a town like South Ockendon, a single wall unit for a shop or a cassette for a surgery makes a real difference in summer. Basildon is about 14 km away.
Postcode districts we cover in South Ockendon include RM15. We also cover Grays, Hornchurch and Dartford, all within easy reach of South Ockendon.
Buildings across Essex range from converted period offices to modern units with deep ceiling voids, so we measure each site rather than relying on a standard package.
Each visit in South Ockendon ends with a written report: what was checked, readings taken and anything that needs attention, priced separately for you to approve.
What businesses in South Ockendon ask us for

Heat recovery ventilation (MVHR)
Fresh air with most of the heat kept in, for offices, classrooms and studios.
From £5,350 per unit installed, ex VAT

Fan coil units
Servicing, repair and replacement of fan coils in office and hotel buildings.
From £70 per fan coil serviced, ex VAT

Ducted air conditioning
Hidden units above the ceiling, with only slim grilles on show.
From £3,750 per ducted zone, ex VAT

HVAC design and heat load surveys
Heat load calculations, system design and specifications before you buy.
From £535 per project, ex VAT

Air conditioning replacement and upgrades
Replace ageing R22 and R410A equipment with efficient, lower-GWP systems.
From £1,795 per indoor unit, ex VAT

Server room and comms room cooling
Dedicated 24/7 cooling with back-up for IT, comms and plant rooms.
From £4,250 per room (duty/standby pair), ex VAT
All services and local guide prices
Air conditioning installation
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial air conditioning installation | £2,095 | per indoor unit (zone) |
| Office air conditioning | £2,295 | per zone |
| VRF and VRV systems | £2,650 | per indoor unit (whole system) |
| Ceiling cassette air conditioning | £2,295 | per cassette |
| Ducted air conditioning | £3,750 | per ducted zone |
| Split and multi-split systems | £1,550 | per system |
| Air-to-air heat pumps | £1,795 | per zone |
| Server room and comms room cooling | £4,250 | per room (duty/standby pair) |
Servicing, repairs and replacement
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Air conditioning servicing | £190 | per visit, first indoor unit |
| Planned maintenance contracts | £210 | per indoor unit, per year |
| Air conditioning repairs | £155 | per repair visit |
| Air conditioning cleaning | £105 | per indoor unit |
| Air conditioning replacement and upgrades | £1,795 | per indoor unit |
F-gas and TM44 compliance
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| F-gas leak checks and records | £155 | per visit, first system |
| TM44 air conditioning inspections | £425 | per building |
| Decommissioning and refrigerant recovery | £265 | per system |
Ventilation and air quality
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial ventilation | £3,195 | per system |
| Heat recovery ventilation (MVHR) | £5,350 | per unit installed |
| Fan coil units | £70 | per fan coil serviced |
| Air handling units | £265 | per unit, per visit |
Design and specialist systems
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| HVAC design and heat load surveys | £535 | per project |
| Air curtains | £1,550 | per doorway |
What to think about in South Ockendon
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.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around South Ockendon are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
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.
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.
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.
Common questions in South Ockendon
How much does commercial air conditioning cost in South Ockendon?
A single wall-mounted split typically costs £1,550–£2,650 plus VAT installed in South Ockendon, and a ceiling cassette £2,295–£5,350 per unit. A small shop or office with two to four indoor units usually comes to £5,350–£17,795 plus VAT.
Do you also cover Grays, Hornchurch and Dartford?
Yes. Alongside South Ockendon, we also cover Grays, Hornchurch and Dartford. 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.
Do you handle landlord consent?
We supply the drawings, unit data sheets and method of fixing your landlord or managing agent will ask for.
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.
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Air conditioning for your premises in South Ockendon
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