Ducted air conditioning in Devon
A free survey, a clear specification and a fixed price for ducted air conditioning in Devon.
- 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 Devon?
Budget roughly £3,595–£8,250 per ducted zone ex VAT in Devon. For a typical job — reception or boardroom with one ducted zone — expect £4,095–£8,250 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.
Devon and surrounding areas
We cover all of Devon, including Plymouth, Exeter, Paignton, Torquay and Newton Abbot. Each town below has its own page with local guide prices.
Postcode districts we cover include DT7, EX8, EX17, EX33, PL3, PL19, TQ5 and TQ14. Ducted air conditioning in Devon is priced from a written specification: unit sizes, positions, pipe routes, condensate, electrics, controls and commissioning are all listed.
What is included
- 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
Local guide prices for Devon
Guide prices for Devon, set for the South West. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low-profile ducted unit (up to about 7 kW) | £3,595–£6,195 | £4,314–£7,434 | per zone |
| Medium static ducted unit (7–14 kW) | £5,150–£8,250 | £6,180–£9,900 | per zone |
| Linear slot diffuser | £145–£410 | £174–£492 | per metre |
| Access panel and ceiling making good | £145–£515 | £174–£618 | per unit |
Ex VAT, supply and install including standard ductwork.
How a job in Devon works
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 Devon screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Balance and commission
Air flows are measured and balanced, then the system is commissioned.
What to think about in Devon
Noise
Duct sizes and grille velocities are chosen to keep noise down in quiet rooms.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Devon are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Return air
Every ducted unit needs a return air path; we design it rather than rely on gaps under doors.
Leased premises
If your Devon premises are leased, the landlord's written consent is usually needed for external units, wall penetrations and roof access. We provide drawings and data sheets for the request.
Types of premises we cover in Devon
- 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.
- 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.
Compliance in England: refrigerant work falls under GB F-gas rules, and buildings with more than 12 kW of air conditioning in total need a periodic energy inspection (often called TM44).
Questions about ducted AC in Devon
How much does ducted air conditioning cost in Devon?
Guide prices in Devon run from about £3,595 to £8,250 per ducted zone, plus VAT. A typical job (reception or boardroom with one ducted zone) costs £4,095–£8,250 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Somerset and Cornwall?
Yes. Alongside Devon, we also cover Somerset and Cornwall. 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.
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.
Need ducted air conditioning in Devon?
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.