Ducted air conditioning in Soho
From a single room to a whole floor: ducted air conditioning in Soho, 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 Soho?
Budget roughly £4,395–£10,195 per ducted zone ex VAT in Soho. For a typical job — reception or boardroom with one ducted zone — expect £5,050–£10,195 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.
Soho and surrounding areas
In Soho, commercial premises range from street-level shops and restaurants to offices in converted and modern buildings, many with managing agents and landlord consents to work through.
We work across Soho's postcode districts, including W1. Nearby, we also cover Pimlico (about 3 km), Camden Town (about 3 km) and Islington (about 3 km). In Soho, 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 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
Local guide prices for Soho
Prices below include our regional adjustment for London (28% above the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low-profile ducted unit (up to about 7 kW) | £4,395–£7,595 | £5,274–£9,114 | per zone |
| Medium static ducted unit (7–14 kW) | £6,350–£10,195 | £7,620–£12,234 | per zone |
| Linear slot diffuser | £185–£505 | £222–£606 | per metre |
| Access panel and ceiling making good | £185–£635 | £222–£762 | per unit |
Ex VAT, supply and install including standard ductwork.
How we work in Soho
Survey and route
We check void depths and plan routes for supply and return ductwork. For sites in Soho 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.
Things to check in Soho
Access
Filters and the unit need access for servicing — an access panel is non-negotiable.
Leased premises
If your Soho 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.
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.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Soho 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 Soho
- 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.
- Warehouses and industrial: cooling for offices, mezzanines, control rooms and temperature-sensitive areas.
- 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).
Your questions answered
How much does ducted air conditioning cost in Soho?
Guide prices in Soho run from about £4,395 to £10,195 per ducted zone, plus VAT. A typical job (reception or boardroom with one ducted zone) costs £5,050–£10,195 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Pimlico, Camden Town and Islington?
Yes. Alongside Soho, we also cover Pimlico, Camden Town and Islington. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Soho?
All of them, including W1. 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.
Is ducted air conditioning more expensive?
Usually a little more than a cassette of the same capacity, because of the ductwork, grilles and access panel. In return you get a much cleaner ceiling.
Need ducted air conditioning in Soho?
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.