Ducted air conditioning in Herne Bay
Ducted air conditioning for businesses in Herne Bay — 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 Herne Bay?
Our guide range in Herne Bay is £3,950–£9,150 per ducted zone before VAT; a typical job (reception or boardroom with one ducted zone) is £4,550–£9,150 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.
Working in Herne Bay
Most commercial premises in and around Herne Bay are shops, offices, salons, pubs and small industrial units. Southend-on-Sea is about 34 km away.
That includes premises in CT6 and the surrounding districts. We also cover Whitstable, Canterbury and Faversham, all within easy reach of Herne Bay. For ducted air conditioning in Herne Bay, the survey looks at where the outdoor unit can go, how pipework will reach the indoor units and whether the electrical supply has capacity.
Included as standard
- 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
Prices in Herne Bay
These guide prices are adjusted for the South East, where labour and access costs run about 15% above the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low-profile ducted unit (up to about 7 kW) | £3,950–£6,850 | £4,740–£8,220 | per zone |
| Medium static ducted unit (7–14 kW) | £5,695–£9,150 | £6,834–£10,980 | per zone |
| Linear slot diffuser | £165–£455 | £198–£546 | per metre |
| Access panel and ceiling making good | £165–£570 | £198–£684 | per unit |
Ex VAT, supply and install including standard ductwork.
How it works in Herne Bay
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 Herne Bay screened and tidy at the end of each day.
Balance and commission
Air flows are measured and balanced, then the system is commissioned.
Points to plan for in Herne Bay
Void depth
Low-profile ducted units can fit voids of around 250 mm, but ductwork adds depth. We measure the route as well as the unit position.
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.
Return air
Every ducted unit needs a return air path; we design it rather than rely on gaps under doors.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Herne Bay are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Who we work with in Herne Bay
- 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.
- 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.
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).
Common questions from businesses in Herne Bay
How much does ducted air conditioning cost in Herne Bay?
Guide prices in Herne Bay run from about £3,950 to £9,150 per ducted zone, plus VAT. A typical job (reception or boardroom with one ducted zone) costs £4,550–£9,150 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Whitstable, Canterbury and Faversham?
Yes. Alongside Herne Bay, we also cover Whitstable, Canterbury and Faversham. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Herne Bay?
All of them, including CT6. 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.
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.
Talk to us about your premises in Herne Bay
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.