Ducted air conditioning in Lancing
Cooling and heating for offices, shops and hospitality venues in Lancing, with a free site survey and a fixed written quote.
- 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 Lancing?
In Lancing, guide prices run from about £3,950 to £9,150 per ducted zone, plus VAT. A typical job (reception or boardroom with one ducted zone) usually comes to £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.
Lancing and surrounding areas
Most commercial premises in and around Lancing are shops, offices, salons, pubs and small industrial units. Worthing is about 4 km away.
That includes premises in BN99 and the surrounding districts. We also work in nearby Shoreham-by-Sea, Worthing and Portslade. In Lancing, 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
- 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
- Pipework, condensate and controls
Local guide prices for Lancing
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 a job in Lancing works
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 Lancing 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 Lancing
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.
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.
Noise
Duct sizes and grille velocities are chosen to keep noise down in quiet rooms.
Leased premises
If your Lancing 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.
Typical premises in Lancing
- 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.
- 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.
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).
FAQs for Lancing
How much does ducted air conditioning cost in Lancing?
Guide prices in Lancing 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 Shoreham-by-Sea, Worthing and Portslade?
Yes. Alongside Lancing, we also cover Shoreham-by-Sea, Worthing and Portslade. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Lancing?
All of them, including BN99. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Can one ducted unit serve several rooms?
It can, but every room then shares one thermostat. Rooms with different uses are better on separate units or zones.
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 Lancing
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.