Ducted air conditioning in Chichester
Ducted air conditioning for businesses in Chichester — surveyed, designed and priced in writing before any work starts.
- 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 Chichester?
Budget roughly £3,950–£9,150 per ducted zone ex VAT in Chichester. For a typical job — reception or boardroom with one ducted zone — expect £4,550–£9,150 plus VAT. The fixed price follows a 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 Chichester
Businesses in Chichester range from independent shops and restaurants to offices, clinics and warehouses. Portsmouth is about 22 km away.
We work across Chichester's postcode districts, including PO19. Neighbouring towns we cover include Bognor Regis, Emsworth and Havant. Buildings across West Sussex range from converted period offices to modern units with deep ceiling voids, so we measure each site rather than relying on a standard package.
What we do
- Survey of void depth and duct routes
- Supply and return ductwork, plenums and grilles
- Access panel for servicing
- Pipework, condensate and controls
- Air-flow balancing and commissioning
Ducted AC prices in Chichester
Guide prices for Chichester, set for the South East. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| 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.
How we work in Chichester
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 Chichester screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Balance and commission
Air flows are measured and balanced, then the system is commissioned.
Before you book in Chichester
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.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Chichester 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.
Noise
Duct sizes and grille velocities are chosen to keep noise down in quiet rooms.
Working hours
Most Chichester businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Premises we work in around Chichester
- 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.
- 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.
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.
Common questions from businesses in Chichester
How much does ducted air conditioning cost in Chichester?
Guide prices in Chichester 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 Bognor Regis, Emsworth and Havant?
Yes. Alongside Chichester, we also cover Bognor Regis, Emsworth and Havant. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Chichester?
All of them, including PO19. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
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.
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.
Get a guide price for Chichester
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.