Commercial air conditioning in Portishead
Surveyed, specified and priced in writing: commercial air conditioning across Portishead.
- Free survey for new installations
- Local guide prices for 22 services
- Unit sizes, refrigerant and price set out in writing
Commercial air conditioning in Portishead
Across Portishead we fit and maintain air conditioning for offices, shops, restaurants, gyms, surgeries and technical rooms, with guide prices on every service page.
In Portishead, a single split system typically costs £1,500–£2,550 plus VAT installed; a ceiling cassette is priced per unit.
Covering Portishead and nearby
In Portishead, typical premises are high-street shops, offices above them, surgeries, salons and local industrial units. Bristol is about 13 km away.
We cover every Portishead postcode, including BS20. We also cover Nailsea, Clevedon and Keynsham, all within easy reach of Portishead.
For commercial air conditioning in Portishead, the survey looks at where the outdoor unit can go, how pipework will reach the indoor units and whether the electrical supply has capacity.
Each visit in Portishead ends with a written report: what was checked, readings taken and anything that needs attention, priced separately for you to approve.
What businesses in Portishead ask us for

Heat recovery ventilation (MVHR)
Fresh air with most of the heat kept in, for offices, classrooms and studios.
From £5,150 per unit installed, ex VAT

Air-to-air heat pumps
Use your air conditioning as efficient electric heating as well as cooling.
From £1,695 per zone, ex VAT

Air conditioning replacement and upgrades
Replace ageing R22 and R410A equipment with efficient, lower-GWP systems.
From £1,695 per indoor unit, ex VAT

Air conditioning servicing
Routine servicing that keeps systems efficient, clean and within warranty.
From £180 per visit, first indoor unit, ex VAT

Air conditioning cleaning
Deep cleaning of coils, fans, trays and drains for fresher, more efficient units.
From £100 per indoor unit, ex VAT

VRF and VRV systems
Multi-zone systems that heat and cool a whole floor or building from shared outdoor plant.
From £2,550 per indoor unit (whole system), ex VAT
All services and local guide prices
Air conditioning installation
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial air conditioning installation | £2,050 | per indoor unit (zone) |
| Office air conditioning | £2,250 | per zone |
| VRF and VRV systems | £2,550 | per indoor unit (whole system) |
| Ceiling cassette air conditioning | £2,250 | per cassette |
| Ducted air conditioning | £3,595 | per ducted zone |
| Split and multi-split systems | £1,500 | per system |
| Air-to-air heat pumps | £1,695 | per zone |
| Server room and comms room cooling | £4,095 | per room (duty/standby pair) |
Servicing, repairs and replacement
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Air conditioning servicing | £180 | per visit, first indoor unit |
| Planned maintenance contracts | £205 | per indoor unit, per year |
| Air conditioning repairs | £145 | per repair visit |
| Air conditioning cleaning | £100 | per indoor unit |
| Air conditioning replacement and upgrades | £1,695 | per indoor unit |
F-gas and TM44 compliance
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| F-gas leak checks and records | £145 | per visit, first system |
| TM44 air conditioning inspections | £410 | per building |
| Decommissioning and refrigerant recovery | £255 | per system |
Ventilation and air quality
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial ventilation | £3,050 | per system |
| Heat recovery ventilation (MVHR) | £5,150 | per unit installed |
| Fan coil units | £70 | per fan coil serviced |
| Air handling units | £255 | per unit, per visit |
Design and specialist systems
| Service | From (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| HVAC design and heat load surveys | £515 | per project |
| Air curtains | £1,500 | per doorway |
Things to check in Portishead
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.
Working hours
Most Portishead businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
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.
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 Portishead
How much does commercial air conditioning cost in Portishead?
A single wall-mounted split typically costs £1,500–£2,550 plus VAT installed in Portishead, and a ceiling cassette £2,250–£5,150 per unit. A small shop or office with two to four indoor units usually comes to £5,150–£17,150 plus VAT.
Do you also cover Nailsea, Clevedon and Keynsham?
Yes. Alongside Portishead, we also cover Nailsea, Clevedon and Keynsham. 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.
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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