Commercial air conditioning in Leigh
Air conditioning and ventilation for offices, shops, restaurants and technical rooms in Leigh.
- Free survey for new installations
- Local guide prices for 22 services
- Unit sizes, refrigerant and price set out in writing
Commercial air conditioning in Leigh
For businesses in Leigh we cover the full job: survey, design, installation, servicing, repairs and the compliance paperwork that goes with them.
In Leigh, a single split system typically costs £1,395–£2,395 plus VAT installed; a ceiling cassette is priced per unit.
Leigh and surrounding areas
Leigh has a compact centre of shops, cafés and offices, with business units on its outskirts. Wigan is about 9 km away.
That includes premises in DT9, GL19, RH2, SN6, SY5 and TN11 and the surrounding districts. We also cover Atherton, Tyldesley and Golborne, all within easy reach of Leigh.
In Leigh, outdoor unit positions are often the deciding factor: a rear flat roof or yard is usually straightforward, while a front elevation may need landlord or planning consent first.
If a system in Leigh is old and keeps failing, we will tell you honestly whether repair or replacement makes more sense.
Where to start in Leigh
Air curtains
Over-door air curtains that keep heat in and cold out at open entrances.
From £1,395 per doorway, ex VAT
HVAC design and heat load surveys
Heat load calculations, system design and specifications before you buy.
From £485 per project, ex VAT
Server room and comms room cooling
Dedicated 24/7 cooling with back-up for IT, comms and plant rooms.
From £3,850 per room (duty/standby pair), ex VAT
Planned maintenance contracts
Scheduled PPM visits, F-gas leak checks and records for your whole estate.
From £190 per indoor unit, per year, ex VAT
Decommissioning and refrigerant recovery
Safe removal of old units with refrigerant recovered and paperwork provided.
From £240 per system, ex VAT
Split and multi-split systems
Wall-mounted and multi-room systems for smaller premises.
From £1,395 per system, 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 |
Points to plan for in Leigh
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.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Leigh 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.
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 Leigh are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Two rules matter for most businesses in England: GB F-gas rules (leak checks from 5 tonnes CO2e) and the periodic energy inspection for more than 12 kW of air conditioning.
Questions from businesses in Leigh
How much does commercial air conditioning cost in Leigh?
A single wall-mounted split typically costs £1,395–£2,395 plus VAT installed in Leigh, 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 Atherton, Tyldesley and Golborne?
Yes. Alongside Leigh, we also cover Atherton, Tyldesley and Golborne. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Can you work outside our opening hours?
Yes. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged, and any extra cost is shown in the quote.
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.
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