Ducted air conditioning in Berkshire
Ducted air conditioning in Berkshire, 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 Berkshire?
Our guide range in Berkshire is £3,950–£9,150 per ducted zone before VAT; a typical job (reception or boardroom with one ducted zone) is £4,550–£9,150 plus VAT. Your exact price is fixed in writing once we have surveyed.
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 Berkshire and nearby
We cover all of Berkshire, including Reading, Slough, Bracknell, Maidenhead and Wokingham. We quote for premises right across Berkshire, including rural and edge-of-town sites.
Postcode districts we cover include GU47, RG2, RG8, RG14, RG30, RG42, SL5 and TW19. We plan installations in Berkshire 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
- Access panel for servicing
- Pipework, condensate and controls
- Air-flow balancing and commissioning
Ducted AC prices in Berkshire
Prices below include our regional adjustment for the South East (15% above the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low-profile ducted unit (up to about 7 kW) | £3,950–£6,850 | £4,740–£8,220 | per zone |
| Medium static ducted unit (7–14 kW) | £5,695–£9,150 | £6,834–£10,980 | per zone |
| Linear slot diffuser | £165–£455 | £198–£546 | per metre |
| Access panel and ceiling making good | £165–£570 | £198–£684 | per unit |
Ex VAT, supply and install including standard ductwork.
From enquiry to handover in Berkshire
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 Berkshire screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Balance and commission
Air flows are measured and balanced, then the system is commissioned.
Points to plan for in Berkshire
Noise
Duct sizes and grille velocities are chosen to keep noise down in quiet rooms.
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.
Access
Filters and the unit need access for servicing — an access panel is non-negotiable.
Working hours
Most Berkshire businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Types of premises we cover in Berkshire
- Warehouses and industrial: cooling for offices, mezzanines, control rooms and temperature-sensitive areas.
- 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.
- Hotels and hospitality: quiet bedroom units, public-area cooling and heat recovery for hotels.
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.
FAQs for Berkshire
How much does ducted air conditioning cost in Berkshire?
Guide prices in Berkshire run from about £3,950 to £9,150 per ducted zone, plus VAT. A typical job (reception or boardroom with one ducted zone) costs £4,550–£9,150 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Surrey, Buckinghamshire and London?
Yes. Alongside Berkshire, we also cover Surrey, Buckinghamshire and London. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
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.
Can one ducted unit serve several rooms?
It can, but every room then shares one thermostat. Rooms with different uses are better on separate units or zones.
Need ducted air conditioning in Berkshire?
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.