Ducted air conditioning in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Ducted air conditioning in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, sized to the real heat load of your premises rather than guessed from the floor area.
- 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 ducted air conditioning cost in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire?
Our guide range in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire is £3,295–£7,650 per ducted zone before VAT; a typical job (reception or boardroom with one ducted zone) is £3,795–£7,650 plus VAT. You get a fixed written quote after the free survey.
Ducted air conditioning uses an indoor unit hidden in the ceiling void or a plant space, connected by ductwork to grilles or slot diffusers in the room.
Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire and surrounding areas
We cover all of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, including Aberdeen, Peterhead, Inverurie and Fraserburgh. Each town below has its own page with local guide prices.
Postcode districts we cover include AB10, AB15, AB23, AB31, AB36, AB43, AB52 and DD10. We plan installations in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire so the noisy work — core drilling, ceiling access, lifting plant — happens when it disturbs your business least.
What you get
- Survey of void depth and duct routes
- Ducted unit selection by capacity and external static pressure
- Supply and return ductwork, plenums and grilles
- Access panel for servicing
- Air-flow balancing and commissioning
Prices in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low-profile ducted unit (up to about 7 kW) | £3,295–£5,695 | £3,954–£6,834 | per zone |
| Medium static ducted unit (7–14 kW) | £4,750–£7,650 | £5,700–£9,180 | per zone |
| Linear slot diffuser | £140–£380 | £168–£456 | per metre |
| Access panel and ceiling making good | £140–£475 | £168–£570 | per unit |
Ex VAT, supply and install including standard ductwork.
How it works in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Survey and route
We check void depths and plan routes for supply and return ductwork.
Design the air side
Grille sizes and positions are chosen for even air flow and low noise.
Install unit and ducts
The unit is hung with access for servicing; ductwork and grilles are fitted. We keep work areas in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Balance and commission
Air flows are measured and balanced, then the system is commissioned.
Things to check in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Void depth
Low-profile ducted units can fit voids of around 250 mm, but ductwork adds depth. We measure the route as well as the unit position.
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.
Return air
Every ducted unit needs a return air path; we design it rather than rely on gaps under doors.
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.
Who we work with in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
- Restaurants and cafés: dining rooms that stay comfortable next to a hot kitchen and a busy service.
- Warehouses and industrial: cooling for offices, mezzanines, control rooms and temperature-sensitive areas.
- Hotels and hospitality: quiet bedroom units, public-area cooling and heat recovery for hotels.
- Pubs and bars: cooling for busy bars, function rooms and cellars, sited with neighbours in mind.
Two rules matter for most businesses in Scotland: GB F-gas rules (leak checks from 5 tonnes CO2e) and the periodic energy inspection for systems of 12 kW or more.
Your questions answered
How much does ducted air conditioning cost in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire?
Guide prices in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire run from about £3,295 to £7,650 per ducted zone, plus VAT. A typical job (reception or boardroom with one ducted zone) costs £3,795–£7,650 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Moray, Dundee and Angus and Highland?
Yes. Alongside Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, we also cover Moray, Dundee and Angus and Highland. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Is ducted air conditioning more expensive?
Usually a little more than a cassette of the same capacity, because of the ductwork, grilles and access panel. In return you get a much cleaner ceiling.
Can ducted units bring in fresh air?
Some ducted units can accept a fresh-air connection; in other cases ventilation is provided separately.
Get a guide price for Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.