Ducted air conditioning in Exeter
From a single room to a whole floor: ducted air conditioning in Exeter, 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 Exeter?
Budget roughly £3,595–£8,250 per ducted zone ex VAT in Exeter. 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.
Covering Exeter and nearby
In Exeter, typical commercial premises include town-centre shops and offices, surgeries, gyms and units on business parks.
That includes premises in EX2 and the surrounding districts. We also work in nearby Exmouth, Tiverton and Newton Abbot. Buildings across Devon 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
- Ducted unit selection by capacity and external static pressure
- Supply and return ductwork, plenums and grilles
- Access panel for servicing
- Pipework, condensate and controls
- Air-flow balancing and commissioning
Guide prices in Exeter
Prices below include our regional adjustment for the South West (4% above the UK guide).
| 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 it works in Exeter
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 Exeter we agree timings around your opening hours.
Balance and commission
Air flows are measured and balanced, then the system is commissioned.
Local points to consider
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.
Noise
Duct sizes and grille velocities are chosen to keep noise down in quiet rooms.
Working hours
Most Exeter businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Who we work with in Exeter
- 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.
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.
Your questions answered
How much does ducted air conditioning cost in Exeter?
Guide prices in Exeter 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 Exmouth, Tiverton and Newton Abbot?
Yes. Alongside Exeter, we also cover Exmouth, Tiverton and Newton Abbot. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Exeter?
All of them, including EX2. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
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 Exeter
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.