Ducted air conditioning in Barnes
From a single room to a whole floor: ducted air conditioning in Barnes, planned around your trading hours.
- 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 Barnes?
Budget roughly £4,395–£10,195 per ducted zone ex VAT in Barnes. For a typical job — reception or boardroom with one ducted zone — expect £5,050–£10,195 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.
Our coverage in Barnes
In Barnes, commercial premises range from street-level shops and restaurants to offices in converted and modern buildings, many with managing agents and landlord consents to work through.
We work across Barnes's postcode districts, including SW13. We also work in nearby Chiswick, Putney and Fulham. In Barnes, 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.
What is included
- 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
- Pipework, condensate and controls
Prices in Barnes
Guide prices for Barnes, set for London. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low-profile ducted unit (up to about 7 kW) | £4,395–£7,595 | £5,274–£9,114 | per zone |
| Medium static ducted unit (7–14 kW) | £6,350–£10,195 | £7,620–£12,234 | per zone |
| Linear slot diffuser | £185–£505 | £222–£606 | per metre |
| Access panel and ceiling making good | £185–£635 | £222–£762 | per unit |
Ex VAT, supply and install including standard ductwork.
The steps for a project in Barnes
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 Barnes screened and tidy at the end of each day.
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.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Barnes are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Noise
Duct sizes and grille velocities are chosen to keep noise down in quiet rooms.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Barnes often come down to access — loading restrictions, parking for the van and getting equipment onto a roof. We check this at survey and plan deliveries around it.
Types of premises we cover in Barnes
- 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.
- Pubs and bars: cooling for busy bars, function rooms and cellars, sited with neighbours in mind.
In England, systems holding 5 tonnes CO2 equivalent of refrigerant or more fall under GB F-gas rules, with regular leak checks and records; buildings with more than 12 kW of air conditioning in total also need a periodic energy inspection.
Your questions answered
How much does ducted air conditioning cost in Barnes?
Guide prices in Barnes run from about £4,395 to £10,195 per ducted zone, plus VAT. A typical job (reception or boardroom with one ducted zone) costs £5,050–£10,195 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Chiswick, Putney and Fulham?
Yes. Alongside Barnes, we also cover Chiswick, Putney and Fulham. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Barnes?
All of them, including SW13. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
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.
Talk to us about your premises in Barnes
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.