Ducted air conditioning in Shirley
Ducted air conditioning for businesses in Shirley — 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 Shirley?
Our guide range in Shirley is £3,450–£7,950 per ducted zone before VAT; a typical job (reception or boardroom with one ducted zone) is £3,950–£7,950 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.
Working in Shirley
Shirley has a compact centre of shops, cafés and offices, with business units on its outskirts. Solihull is about 3 km away.
That includes premises in B90, BH23, CR0, DE6 and SO15 and the surrounding districts. We also work in nearby Solihull, Birmingham and Smethwick. In Shirley, 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 the job covers
- 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
Guide prices in Shirley
Prices below include our regional adjustment for the West Midlands (no change from the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low-profile ducted unit (up to about 7 kW) | £3,450–£5,950 | £4,140–£7,140 | per zone |
| Medium static ducted unit (7–14 kW) | £4,950–£7,950 | £5,940–£9,540 | per zone |
| Linear slot diffuser | £145–£395 | £174–£474 | per metre |
| Access panel and ceiling making good | £145–£495 | £174–£594 | per unit |
Ex VAT, supply and install including standard ductwork.
How it works in Shirley
Survey and route
We check void depths and plan routes for supply and return ductwork. For sites in Shirley we confirm access and parking beforehand.
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.
Balance and commission
Air flows are measured and balanced, then the system is commissioned.
What to think about in Shirley
Return air
Every ducted unit needs a return air path; we design it rather than rely on gaps under doors.
Working hours
Most Shirley businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Noise
Duct sizes and grille velocities are chosen to keep noise down in quiet rooms.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Shirley 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.
Premises we work in around Shirley
- 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.
In England, systems holding 5 tonnes CO2 equivalent of refrigerant or more fall under GB F-gas rules, with regular leak checks and records; buildings with more than 12 kW of air conditioning in total also need a periodic energy inspection.
Common questions from businesses in Shirley
How much does ducted air conditioning cost in Shirley?
Guide prices in Shirley run from about £3,450 to £7,950 per ducted zone, plus VAT. A typical job (reception or boardroom with one ducted zone) costs £3,950–£7,950 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Solihull, Birmingham and Smethwick?
Yes. Alongside Shirley, we also cover Solihull, Birmingham and Smethwick. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Shirley?
All of them, including B90, BH23, CR0 and DE6. 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.
Need ducted air conditioning in Shirley?
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.