Ducted air conditioning in Grays
Ducted air conditioning for businesses in Grays — 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 Grays?
Budget roughly £3,750–£8,595 per ducted zone ex VAT in Grays. For a typical job — reception or boardroom with one ducted zone — expect £4,250–£8,595 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.
Covering Grays and nearby
Grays is a large town in Essex, with a busy centre, retail parks and industrial estates on its edges. Basildon is about 14 km away.
We cover every Grays postcode, including RM17. We also cover South Ockendon, Gravesend and Dartford, all within easy reach of Grays. In Grays, outdoor unit positions are often the deciding factor: a rear flat roof or yard is usually straightforward, while a front elevation may need landlord or planning consent first.
What is included
- 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
Prices in Grays
These guide prices are adjusted for the East of England, where labour and access costs run about 8% above the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low-profile ducted unit (up to about 7 kW) | £3,750–£6,450 | £4,500–£7,740 | per zone |
| Medium static ducted unit (7–14 kW) | £5,350–£8,595 | £6,420–£10,314 | per zone |
| Linear slot diffuser | £155–£425 | £186–£510 | per metre |
| Access panel and ceiling making good | £155–£535 | £186–£642 | per unit |
Ex VAT, supply and install including standard ductwork.
How we work in Grays
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 Grays screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Balance and commission
Air flows are measured and balanced, then the system is commissioned.
Things to check in Grays
Access
Filters and the unit need access for servicing — an access panel is non-negotiable.
Neighbours and noise
Outdoor units near flats — common above shops — need careful siting so noise at neighbours' windows stays low. We choose positions and quieter units with that in mind.
Return air
Every ducted unit needs a return air path; we design it rather than rely on gaps under doors.
Leased premises
If your Grays 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.
Who we work with in Grays
- 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.
- 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.
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.
Questions about ducted AC in Grays
How much does ducted air conditioning cost in Grays?
Guide prices in Grays run from about £3,750 to £8,595 per ducted zone, plus VAT. A typical job (reception or boardroom with one ducted zone) costs £4,250–£8,595 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover South Ockendon, Gravesend and Dartford?
Yes. Alongside Grays, we also cover South Ockendon, Gravesend and Dartford. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Grays?
All of them, including RM17. 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.
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.
Get a guide price for Grays
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.