Ducted air conditioning in Aberdeen
Cooling and heating for offices, shops and hospitality venues in Aberdeen, with a free site survey and a fixed written quote.
- 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?
Budget roughly £3,295–£7,650 per ducted zone ex VAT in Aberdeen. For a typical job — reception or boardroom with one ducted zone — expect £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.
Covering Aberdeen and nearby
In Aberdeen, commercial premises range from city-centre office blocks and shopping streets to restaurants, hotels and industrial estates.
We work across Aberdeen's postcode districts, including AB10, AB11, AB12, AB13, AB15 and AB16. In Aberdeen we work with offices, shops and hospitality premises, from a single room to a whole floor; each job starts with a heat load check rather than a guess from the floor area.
What we do
- Ducted unit selection by capacity and external static pressure
- Supply and return ductwork, plenums and grilles
- Access panel for servicing
- Pipework, condensate and controls
- Air-flow balancing and commissioning
Ducted AC prices in Aberdeen
Prices below include our regional adjustment for Scotland (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.
The steps for a project in Aberdeen
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. In Aberdeen we agree timings around your opening hours.
Balance and commission
Air flows are measured and balanced, then the system is commissioned.
Local points to consider
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.
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.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Aberdeen are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Who we work with in Aberdeen
- Pubs and bars: cooling for busy bars, function rooms and cellars, sited with neighbours in mind.
- 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.
- Restaurants and cafés: dining rooms that stay comfortable next to a hot kitchen and a busy service.
In Scotland, systems holding 5 tonnes CO2 equivalent of refrigerant or more fall under GB F-gas rules, with regular leak checks and records; systems with an effective output of 12 kW or more also need a periodic energy inspection.
Questions about ducted AC in Aberdeen
How much does ducted air conditioning cost in Aberdeen?
Guide prices in Aberdeen 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 Inverurie and Peterhead?
Yes. Alongside Aberdeen, we also cover Inverurie and Peterhead. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Aberdeen?
All of them, including AB10, AB11, AB12 and AB13. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
How much ceiling void is needed?
Low-profile units can work in around 250–300 mm, but the duct route often needs more. We measure at survey.
Is ducted AC quiet?
It can be the quietest option, because the unit is away from the room. Correct duct sizing and attenuation make the difference.
Talk to us about your premises in Aberdeen
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.