Commercial ventilation in Reading
Commercial ventilation for businesses in Reading — surveyed, designed and priced in writing before any work starts.
- Free site survey and fixed written quote
- Equipment, positions and price set out in writing
- Work planned around your opening hours
How much does commercial ventilation cost in Reading?
In Reading, guide prices run from about £3,395 to £27,995 per system, plus VAT. A typical job (supply and extract for a 150 m² office) usually comes to £7,995–£18,995 plus VAT. Your exact price is fixed in writing once we have surveyed.
Commercial ventilation brings outdoor air into a building and removes stale air, using fans and ductwork to supply and extract air at the rates needed for the number of people and the activity.
Covering Reading and nearby
In Reading, commercial premises range from city-centre office blocks and shopping streets to restaurants, hotels and industrial estates.
We cover every Reading postcode, including RG1, RG6 and RG30. Neighbouring towns we cover include Wokingham, Crowthorne and Yateley. For commercial ventilation in Reading, the survey looks at how the space is used, where equipment and ductwork can go and what the electrical supply can take.
What is included
- Supply and extract fans, ductwork and grilles
- Filters, attenuators and fire dampers where required
- Controls such as timers or CO2 sensors
- Air-flow measurement and balancing
- Commissioning records
Commercial ventilation prices in Reading
Prices below include our regional adjustment for the South East (15% above the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toilet or kitchenette extract | £570–£1,650 | £684–£1,980 | per room |
| Supply and extract system, small premises | £3,395–£11,450 | £4,074–£13,740 | per system |
| CO2 demand control | £455–£1,450 | £546–£1,740 | per zone |
| Ductwork | £75–£225 | £90–£270 | per metre |
Ex VAT. Larger systems and fire-rated ductwork are priced from a full design.
How we work in Reading
Assess
We work out how many people use each space and the fresh-air rate needed.
Design
Fan, duct and grille sizes are designed for air flow, noise and energy use.
Install
Ductwork and fans are installed and connected to controls. In Reading we agree timings around your opening hours.
Balance
Air flows are measured and balanced to the design.
Local points to consider
Building Regulations
New or altered ventilation in England must meet Approved Document F. We design to it and hand over the commissioning records.
Working hours
Most Reading businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Heat recovery
Bringing in cold air in winter costs energy. Heat recovery units reclaim much of 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.
Types of premises we cover in Reading
- Offices: zoned cooling and heating for open-plan floors, meeting rooms and comms rooms.
- Restaurants and cafés: dining rooms that stay comfortable next to a hot kitchen and a busy service.
- Pubs and bars: cooling for busy bars, function rooms and cellars, sited with neighbours in mind.
- Salons and spas: comfortable salons and treatment rooms despite dryers, lamps and steam.
Compliance in England: refrigerant work falls under GB F-gas rules, and buildings with more than 12 kW of air conditioning in total need a periodic energy inspection (often called TM44).
Common questions from businesses in Reading
How much does commercial ventilation cost in Reading?
Guide prices in Reading run from about £3,395 to £27,995 per system, plus VAT. A typical job (supply and extract for a 150 m² office) costs £7,995–£18,995 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Wokingham, Crowthorne and Yateley?
Yes. Alongside Reading, we also cover Wokingham, Crowthorne and Yateley. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Reading?
All of them, including RG1, RG6 and RG30. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Can ventilation and air conditioning work together?
Yes, and they should. We coordinate grilles, controls and set points so both systems work efficiently.
Does air conditioning provide fresh air?
No. Most air conditioning recirculates room air. Fresh air needs a ventilation system or openable windows.
Need commercial ventilation in Reading?
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.