Commercial ventilation in the Scottish Borders
A free survey, a clear specification and a fixed price for commercial ventilation in the Scottish Borders.
- 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 the Scottish Borders?
Budget roughly £2,850–£23,500 per system ex VAT in the Scottish Borders. For a typical job — supply and extract for a 150 m² office — expect £6,650–£15,850 plus VAT. The fixed price follows a free survey.
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.
The Scottish Borders and surrounding areas
We cover all of the Scottish Borders, including Hawick, Galashiels, Peebles and Kelso. Wherever your premises are, the survey, quote and installation follow the same steps.
Postcode districts we cover include EH26, EH44, ML12, TD3, TD6, TD9, TD12 and TD15. For commercial ventilation in the Scottish Borders, the survey looks at how the space is used, where equipment and ductwork can go and what the electrical supply can take.
What we do
- Fresh-air rate calculation for each space
- 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
Guide prices in the Scottish Borders
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toilet or kitchenette extract | £475–£1,395 | £570–£1,674 | per room |
| Supply and extract system, small premises | £2,850–£9,550 | £3,420–£11,460 | per system |
| CO2 demand control | £380–£1,195 | £456–£1,434 | per zone |
| Ductwork | £60–£185 | £72–£222 | per metre |
Ex VAT. Larger systems and fire-rated ductwork are priced from a full design.
How we work in the Scottish Borders
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 the Scottish Borders we agree timings around your opening hours.
Balance
Air flows are measured and balanced to the design.
What to think about in the Scottish Borders
Building Regulations
New or altered ventilation in Scotland must meet Section 3 of the Scottish building standards. We design to it and hand over the commissioning records.
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.
Noise
Fans and grilles are selected and attenuated to keep noise down.
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.
Typical premises in the Scottish Borders
- Restaurants and cafés: dining rooms that stay comfortable next to a hot kitchen and a busy service.
- Schools and education: classroom cooling, ventilation and IT room cooling, installed in the holidays.
- Gyms and leisure: high-capacity cooling and fresh air for gym floors, studios and changing rooms.
- Pubs and bars: cooling for busy bars, function rooms and cellars, sited with neighbours in mind.
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 commercial ventilation in the Scottish Borders
How much does commercial ventilation cost in the Scottish Borders?
Guide prices in the Scottish Borders run from about £2,850 to £23,500 per system, plus VAT. A typical job (supply and extract for a 150 m² office) costs £6,650–£15,850 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover the Lothians, Edinburgh and Fife?
Yes. Alongside the Scottish Borders, we also cover the Lothians, Edinburgh and Fife. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Do you install kitchen extraction?
Commercial kitchen canopies are a specialist area. We focus on general supply and extract, toilets and heat recovery, and can advise on kitchen requirements.
Does air conditioning provide fresh air?
No. Most air conditioning recirculates room air. Fresh air needs a ventilation system or openable windows.
Get a guide price for the Scottish Borders
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.