Ducted air conditioning in Edinburgh
A free survey, a clear specification and a fixed price for ducted air conditioning in Edinburgh.
- 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 Edinburgh?
In Edinburgh, guide prices run from about £3,295 to £7,650 per ducted zone, plus VAT. A typical job (reception or boardroom with one ducted zone) usually comes to £3,795–£7,650 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.
Where we work around Edinburgh
We cover all of Edinburgh, including Queensferry, Currie and Balerno. Wherever your premises are, the survey, quote and installation follow the same steps.
Postcode districts we cover include EH1, EH3, EH6, EH9, EH13, EH16, EH21 and EH30. We plan installations in Edinburgh so the noisy work — core drilling, ceiling access, lifting plant — happens when it disturbs your business least.
What the job covers
- 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 Edinburgh
Guide prices for Edinburgh, set for Scotland. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low-profile ducted unit (up to about 7 kW) | £3,295–£5,695 | £3,954–£6,834 | per zone |
| Medium static ducted unit (7–14 kW) | £4,750–£7,650 | £5,700–£9,180 | per zone |
| Linear slot diffuser | £140–£380 | £168–£456 | per metre |
| Access panel and ceiling making good | £140–£475 | £168–£570 | per unit |
Ex VAT, supply and install including standard ductwork.
From enquiry to handover in Edinburgh
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. In Edinburgh we agree timings around your opening hours.
Balance and commission
Air flows are measured and balanced, then the system is commissioned.
What to think about in Edinburgh
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 Edinburgh 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.
Access
Filters and the unit need access for servicing — an access panel is non-negotiable.
Roof and height work
Flat roofs, high walls and atriums need the right access equipment and edge protection. We plan towers, MEWPs or scaffold before the job, not on the day.
Who we work with in Edinburgh
- 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 Scotland: refrigerant work falls under GB F-gas rules, and systems with an effective output of 12 kW or more need a periodic energy inspection (often called TM44).
Questions about ducted AC in Edinburgh
How much does ducted air conditioning cost in Edinburgh?
Guide prices in Edinburgh run from about £3,295 to £7,650 per ducted zone, plus VAT. A typical job (reception or boardroom with one ducted zone) costs £3,795–£7,650 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover the Lothians, Fife and Stirling, Falkirk and Clackmannanshire?
Yes. Alongside Edinburgh, we also cover the Lothians, Fife and Stirling, Falkirk and Clackmannanshire. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Can ducted units bring in fresh air?
Some ducted units can accept a fresh-air connection; in other cases ventilation is provided separately.
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.
Talk to us about your premises in Edinburgh
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.