Ducted air conditioning in Dorset
From a single room to a whole floor: ducted air conditioning in Dorset, 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 Dorset?
Our guide range in Dorset is £3,595–£8,250 per ducted zone before VAT; a typical job (reception or boardroom with one ducted zone) is £4,095–£8,250 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 Dorset
We cover all of Dorset, including Bournemouth, Poole, Weymouth and Christchurch. Wherever your premises are, the survey, quote and installation follow the same steps.
Postcode districts we cover include BA22, BH5, BH11, BH17, BH23, DT4, DT10 and TA20. For ducted air conditioning in Dorset, the survey looks at where the outdoor unit can go, how pipework will reach the indoor units and whether the electrical supply has capacity.
What we do
- 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
- Air-flow balancing and commissioning
Local guide prices for Dorset
Guide prices for Dorset, 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.
From enquiry to handover in Dorset
Survey and route
We check void depths and plan routes for supply and return ductwork. For sites in Dorset we confirm access and parking beforehand.
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.
Balance and commission
Air flows are measured and balanced, then the system is commissioned.
Local points to consider
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.
Return air
Every ducted unit needs a return air path; we design it rather than rely on gaps under doors.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Dorset 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 Dorset
- 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.
- 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.
Two rules matter for most businesses in England: GB F-gas rules (leak checks from 5 tonnes CO2e) and the periodic energy inspection for more than 12 kW of air conditioning.
FAQs for Dorset
How much does ducted air conditioning cost in Dorset?
Guide prices in Dorset 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 the Isle of Wight, Hampshire and Wiltshire?
Yes. Alongside Dorset, we also cover the Isle of Wight, Hampshire and Wiltshire. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
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.
Need ducted air conditioning in Dorset?
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.