HVAC design and heat load surveys in Soho
HVAC design and heat load surveys for businesses in Soho — 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 Soho?
Budget roughly £635–£3,150 per project ex VAT in Soho. For a typical job — design package for a 300–800 m² office — expect £1,250–£3,150 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 Soho
Premises in Soho are often in mixed-use buildings with shared roofs and tight access, so outdoor unit positions are agreed early.
That includes premises in W1 and the surrounding districts. We also cover Pimlico, Camden Town and Islington, all within easy reach of Soho. For HVAC design and heat load surveys in Soho, the survey looks at how the space is used, where equipment and ductwork can go and what the electrical supply can take.
What you get
- Room-by-room heat gain and heat loss calculations
- Layout drawings for units, pipework and condensate
- Electrical load and supply requirements
- Noise data for planning or landlord approval
- Written specification for pricing
Prices in Soho
Guide prices for Soho, set for London. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| 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 | £635–£1,250 | £762–£1,500 | per project |
| Design package, larger premises | £1,250–£3,150 | £1,500–£3,780 | per project |
| Noise assessment data pack for planning | £380–£1,150 | £456–£1,380 | per project |
Ex VAT. Design fees for larger projects are credited against installation if we carry it out.
How it works in Soho
Brief
We agree the use, occupancy, hours and budget. For sites in Soho 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.
Before you book in Soho
Diversity
Not every room peaks at once; good design accounts for diversity so central plant is not oversized.
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.
Future use
Allow for growth in occupancy or IT load.
Working hours
Most Soho businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Typical premises in Soho
- Schools and education: classroom cooling, ventilation and IT room cooling, installed in the holidays.
- Gyms and leisure: high-capacity cooling and fresh air for gym floors, studios and changing rooms.
- Restaurants and cafés: dining rooms that stay comfortable next to a hot kitchen and a busy service.
- Pubs and bars: cooling for busy bars, function rooms and cellars, sited with neighbours in mind.
Two rules matter for most businesses in England: GB F-gas rules (leak checks from 5 tonnes CO2e) and the periodic energy inspection for more than 12 kW of air conditioning.
Questions about HVAC design in Soho
How much does HVAC design cost in Soho?
Guide prices in Soho run from about £635 to £3,150 per project, plus VAT. A typical job (design package for a 300–800 m² office) costs £1,250–£3,150 plus VAT. We confirm the price in writing before work starts.
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 the survey free?
For a straightforward installation, the survey and heat load are free with your quote. Full design packages for larger projects are charged and credited if we install.
Why do I need a heat load calculation?
It sizes the system to what the room actually needs, avoiding oversized equipment that wastes money and undersized equipment that cannot cope.
Talk to us about your premises in Soho
Heat loads for single installations are free with a quote; design fees are confirmed before work starts.