Commercial air conditioning in Herne Bay
Installation, servicing, repairs and compliance for businesses in Herne Bay, 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 Herne Bay
For businesses in Herne Bay we cover the full job: survey, design, installation, servicing, repairs and the compliance paperwork that goes with them.
In Herne Bay, a single split system typically costs £1,650–£2,795 plus VAT installed; a ceiling cassette is priced per unit.
Working in Herne Bay
Most commercial premises in and around Herne Bay are shops, offices, salons, pubs and small industrial units. Southend-on-Sea is about 34 km away.
Postcode districts we cover in Herne Bay include CT6. We also work in nearby Whitstable, Canterbury and Faversham.
We plan installations in Herne Bay so the noisy work — core drilling, ceiling access, lifting plant — happens when it disturbs your business least.
Each visit in Herne Bay ends with a written report: what was checked, readings taken and anything that needs attention, priced separately for you to approve.
Popular services in Herne Bay
TM44 air conditioning inspections
Energy inspections for systems over 12 kW, arranged and followed up.
From £455 per building, ex VAT
Air handling units
Servicing, filter changes, repairs and replacement of AHUs.
From £280 per unit, per visit, ex VAT
F-gas leak checks and records
Mandatory leak checks, labelling and records for systems above the threshold.
From £165 per visit, first system, ex VAT
Air curtains
Over-door air curtains that keep heat in and cold out at open entrances.
From £1,650 per doorway, ex VAT
Commercial air conditioning installation
Design, supply and installation of cooling and heating systems for business premises.
From £2,250 per indoor unit (zone), ex VAT
Air conditioning cleaning
Deep cleaning of coils, fans, trays and drains for fresher, more efficient units.
From £110 per indoor unit, ex VAT
All services and local guide prices
Air conditioning installation
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial air conditioning installation | £2,250 | per indoor unit (zone) |
| Office air conditioning | £2,450 | per zone |
| VRF and VRV systems | £2,795 | per indoor unit (whole system) |
| Ceiling cassette air conditioning | £2,450 | per cassette |
| Ducted air conditioning | £3,950 | per ducted zone |
| Split and multi-split systems | £1,650 | per system |
| Air-to-air heat pumps | £1,895 | per zone |
| Server room and comms room cooling | £4,550 | per room (duty/standby pair) |
Servicing, repairs and replacement
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Air conditioning servicing | £195 | per visit, first indoor unit |
| Planned maintenance contracts | £225 | per indoor unit, per year |
| Air conditioning repairs | £165 | per repair visit |
| Air conditioning cleaning | £110 | per indoor unit |
| Air conditioning replacement and upgrades | £1,895 | per indoor unit |
F-gas and TM44 compliance
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| F-gas leak checks and records | £165 | per visit, first system |
| TM44 air conditioning inspections | £455 | per building |
| Decommissioning and refrigerant recovery | £280 | per system |
Ventilation and air quality
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial ventilation | £3,395 | per system |
| Heat recovery ventilation (MVHR) | £5,695 | per unit installed |
| Fan coil units | £75 | per fan coil serviced |
| Air handling units | £280 | per unit, per visit |
Design and specialist systems
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| HVAC design and heat load surveys | £570 | per project |
| Air curtains | £1,650 | per doorway |
What to think about in Herne Bay
Leased premises
If your Herne Bay 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.
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.
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 Herne Bay 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.
Common questions in Herne Bay
How much does commercial air conditioning cost in Herne Bay?
A single wall-mounted split typically costs £1,650–£2,795 plus VAT installed in Herne Bay, and a ceiling cassette £2,450–£5,695 per unit. A small shop or office with two to four indoor units usually comes to £5,695–£18,995 plus VAT.
Do you also cover Whitstable, Canterbury and Faversham?
Yes. Alongside Herne Bay, we also cover Whitstable, Canterbury and Faversham. 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.
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