HVAC design and heat load surveys in Oldham
HVAC design and heat load surveys for businesses in Oldham — surveyed, designed and priced in writing before any work starts.
- Design fees confirmed in writing first
- Equipment, positions and price set out in writing
- Work planned around your opening hours
How much does HVAC design cost in Oldham?
Our guide range in Oldham is £485–£2,395 per project before VAT; a typical job (design package for a 300–800 m² office) is £975–£2,395 plus VAT. Your exact price is fixed in writing before any work starts.
An HVAC design and heat load survey works out how much heating and cooling each space needs — from occupancy, equipment, lighting, glazing, orientation and the building fabric — and sets out the system type, unit sizes and positions, pipe and duct routes and controls in a written specification.
Where we work around Oldham
Oldham is one of the main commercial centres in Greater Manchester, with city-centre offices, retail streets, hospitality venues and business parks on its edges.
Postcode districts we cover in Oldham include OL1 and OL95. We also work in nearby Middleton, Ashton-under-Lyne and Stalybridge. For HVAC design and heat load surveys in Oldham, the survey looks at how the space is used, where equipment and ductwork can go and what the electrical supply can take.
What we do
- Room-by-room heat gain and heat loss calculations
- System options with pros, cons and budget costs
- Electrical load and supply requirements
- Noise data for planning or landlord approval
- Written specification for pricing
Prices in Oldham
Prices below include our regional adjustment for the North West (2% below the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heat load survey for a single installation | Free | Free | free with a quote |
| Design package, small premises | £485–£975 | £582–£1,170 | per project |
| Design package, larger premises | £975–£2,395 | £1,170–£2,874 | per project |
| Noise assessment data pack for planning | £290–£875 | £348–£1,050 | per project |
Ex VAT. Design fees for larger projects are credited against installation if we carry it out.
How we work in Oldham
Brief
We agree the use, occupancy, hours and budget. For sites in Oldham we confirm access and parking beforehand.
Survey
We measure the space and record fabric, glazing and services.
Calculate and design
Loads are calculated and a system designed.
Specify
You receive drawings and a specification.
What to think about in Oldham
Future use
Allow for growth in occupancy or IT load.
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.
Noise
Outdoor unit noise is designed in from the start, not fixed afterwards.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Oldham are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Premises we work in around Oldham
- Hotels and hospitality: quiet bedroom units, public-area cooling and heat recovery for hotels.
- Gyms and leisure: high-capacity cooling and fresh air for gym floors, studios and changing rooms.
- Pubs and bars: cooling for busy bars, function rooms and cellars, sited with neighbours in mind.
- Restaurants and cafés: dining rooms that stay comfortable next to a hot kitchen and a busy service.
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.
FAQs for Oldham
How much does HVAC design cost in Oldham?
Guide prices in Oldham run from about £485 to £2,395 per project, plus VAT. A typical job (design package for a 300–800 m² office) costs £975–£2,395 plus VAT. We confirm the price in writing before work starts.
Do you also cover Middleton, Ashton-under-Lyne and Stalybridge?
Yes. Alongside Oldham, we also cover Middleton, Ashton-under-Lyne and Stalybridge. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Oldham?
All of them, including OL1 and OL95. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Do you provide noise data for planning?
Yes. We can supply manufacturer noise data and calculations to support a planning application.
Can you produce a specification for tender?
Yes. We produce drawings and a written specification so contractors price the same system.
Talk to us about your premises in Oldham
Heat loads for single installations are free with a quote; design fees are confirmed before work starts.