Commercial air conditioning in Soho
Surveyed, specified and priced in writing: commercial air conditioning across Soho.
- Free survey for new installations
- Local guide prices for 22 services
- Unit sizes, refrigerant and price set out in writing
Commercial air conditioning in Soho
For businesses in Soho we cover the full job: survey, design, installation, servicing, repairs and the compliance paperwork that goes with them.
Guide prices in Soho start from about £1,850 for a single wall-mounted split, installed, and £225 for a service visit covering the first indoor unit, plus VAT.
Working in Soho
Soho sits within London's dense commercial fabric: shopfronts, offices above, studios and venues, where outdoor unit positions and access need careful planning.
That includes premises in W1 and the surrounding districts. We also work in nearby Pimlico, Camden Town and Islington.
For commercial air conditioning in Soho, the survey looks at where the outdoor unit can go, how pipework will reach the indoor units and whether the electrical supply has capacity.
Before a visit in Soho we ask for the make, model and number of units so the engineer arrives with the right filters, parts and access equipment.
Where to start in Soho
Heat recovery ventilation (MVHR)
Fresh air with most of the heat kept in, for offices, classrooms and studios.
From £6,350 per unit installed, ex VAT
Decommissioning and refrigerant recovery
Safe removal of old units with refrigerant recovered and paperwork provided.
From £315 per system, ex VAT
Air-to-air heat pumps
Use your air conditioning as efficient electric heating as well as cooling.
From £2,095 per zone, ex VAT
VRF and VRV systems
Multi-zone systems that heat and cool a whole floor or building from shared outdoor plant.
From £3,150 per indoor unit (whole system), ex VAT
Air curtains
Over-door air curtains that keep heat in and cold out at open entrances.
From £1,850 per doorway, ex VAT
Air handling units
Servicing, filter changes, repairs and replacement of AHUs.
From £315 per unit, per visit, ex VAT
All services and local guide prices
Air conditioning installation
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial air conditioning installation | £2,500 | per indoor unit (zone) |
| Office air conditioning | £2,750 | per zone |
| VRF and VRV systems | £3,150 | per indoor unit (whole system) |
| Ceiling cassette air conditioning | £2,750 | per cassette |
| Ducted air conditioning | £4,395 | per ducted zone |
| Split and multi-split systems | £1,850 | per system |
| Air-to-air heat pumps | £2,095 | per zone |
| Server room and comms room cooling | £5,050 | per room (duty/standby pair) |
Servicing, repairs and replacement
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Air conditioning servicing | £225 | per visit, first indoor unit |
| Planned maintenance contracts | £245 | per indoor unit, per year |
| Air conditioning repairs | £185 | per repair visit |
| Air conditioning cleaning | £120 | per indoor unit |
| Air conditioning replacement and upgrades | £2,095 | per indoor unit |
F-gas and TM44 compliance
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| F-gas leak checks and records | £185 | per visit, first system |
| TM44 air conditioning inspections | £505 | per building |
| Decommissioning and refrigerant recovery | £315 | per system |
Ventilation and air quality
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial ventilation | £3,795 | per system |
| Heat recovery ventilation (MVHR) | £6,350 | per unit installed |
| Fan coil units | £85 | per fan coil serviced |
| Air handling units | £315 | per unit, per visit |
Design and specialist systems
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| HVAC design and heat load surveys | £635 | per project |
| Air curtains | £1,850 | per doorway |
Points to plan for in Soho
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.
Working hours
Most Soho businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Soho 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.
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.
FAQs for Soho
How much does commercial air conditioning cost in Soho?
A single wall-mounted split typically costs £1,850–£3,150 plus VAT installed in Soho, and a ceiling cassette £2,750–£6,350 per unit. A small shop or office with two to four indoor units usually comes to £6,350–£20,995 plus VAT.
Do you also cover Pimlico, Camden Town and Islington?
Yes. Alongside Soho, we also cover Pimlico, Camden Town and Islington. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Do you handle landlord consent?
We supply the drawings, unit data sheets and method of fixing your landlord or managing agent will ask for.
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.
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.
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Air conditioning for your premises in Soho
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