Commercial air conditioning installation in Kelso
A free survey, a clear specification and a fixed price for commercial air conditioning installation in Kelso.
- Free site survey and fixed written quote
- Unit sizes, refrigerant and price set out in writing
- Work planned around your opening hours
How much does commercial air conditioning installation cost in Kelso?
Budget roughly £1,850–£4,550 per indoor unit (zone) ex VAT in Kelso. For a typical job — small shop or office, 2–4 indoor units — expect £4,750–£15,850 plus VAT. The fixed price follows a free survey.
Commercial air conditioning installation is the design, supply, fitting and commissioning of a cooling (and usually heating) system for a business premises.
Covering Kelso and nearby
In a town like Kelso, a single wall unit for a shop or a cassette for a surgery makes a real difference in summer.
We work across Kelso's postcode districts, including TD5. In Kelso, 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.
Included as standard
- Site survey and heat load calculation
- System and unit selection with a clear written specification
- Refrigerant pipework, insulation and condensate drainage (with pumps where needed)
- Commissioning, controls set-up and a handover walk-through
- F-gas records, labelling and commissioning certificates
AC installation prices in Kelso
These guide prices are adjusted for Scotland, where labour and access costs run about 4% below the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single wall-mounted split (2.5–7 kW) | £1,395–£2,850 | £1,674–£3,420 | per system |
| Ceiling cassette | £2,050–£4,750 | £2,460–£5,700 | per unit |
| Multi-split, 2–4 indoor units | £3,295–£9,550 | £3,954–£11,460 | per system |
| Ducted indoor unit with grilles | £3,295–£7,650 | £3,954–£9,180 | per unit |
| Electrical supply and isolator | £235–£765 | £282–£918 | per system |
Ex VAT, supply and install, standard access and up to about 5 m of pipework per unit.
How a job in Kelso works
Survey
We measure the space, check the ceiling void, wall construction, glazing and occupancy, and agree where indoor and outdoor units can go. For sites in Kelso we confirm access and parking beforehand.
Design and quote
You get a written specification with unit sizes, positions, pipe routes and a fixed price — plus any planning, landlord or noise points to resolve first.
First fix
Pipework, cabling and condensate runs go in, usually above ceilings or in neat trunking, before the units are hung.
Install and test
Indoor and outdoor units are fitted, the system is pressure tested with nitrogen, evacuated and charged with refrigerant.
Commission and hand over
We set up controls, check air flows and temperatures, show your team how to use it and hand over the F-gas and commissioning paperwork.
What to think about in Kelso
Condensate
Every cooling unit produces water. We route it to a drain by gravity where possible and fit a quiet condensate pump where not.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Kelso are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Landlord consent
Most commercial leases need the landlord's written consent before external units or wall penetrations go in. We can provide drawings and unit 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.
Typical premises in Kelso
- Retail and shops: comfortable shop floors, stockrooms and entrances, even with the door open.
Compliance in Scotland: refrigerant work falls under GB F-gas rules, and systems with an effective output of 12 kW or more need a periodic energy inspection (often called TM44).
Questions about AC installation in Kelso
How much does commercial air conditioning installation cost in Kelso?
Guide prices in Kelso run from about £1,850 to £4,550 per indoor unit (zone), plus VAT. A typical job (small shop or office, 2–4 indoor units) costs £4,750–£15,850 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Galashiels and Hawick?
Yes. Alongside Kelso, we also cover Galashiels and Hawick. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Kelso?
All of them, including TD5. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Will the system heat as well as cool?
Almost all modern commercial air conditioning is a heat pump that can heat as well as cool. Many businesses use it as their main heating in spring and autumn.
How long does a commercial air conditioning installation take?
A single split system is usually fitted in a day. A small office or shop with three or four units typically takes two to four days, and a VRF system for a whole floor can take several weeks. We confirm the programme in the quote.
Get a guide price for Kelso
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.