HVAC design and heat load surveys in the Lothians
HVAC design and heat load surveys for businesses in the Lothians — 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 the Lothians?
Our guide range in the Lothians is £475–£2,350 per project before VAT; a typical job (design package for a 300–800 m² office) is £955–£2,350 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 the Lothians
We cover all of the Lothians, including Livingston, Musselburgh, Bathgate, Bonnyrigg and Penicuik. Wherever your premises are, the survey, quote and installation follow the same steps.
Postcode districts we cover include EH10, EH20, EH25, EH31, EH36, EH41, EH49 and TD13. For HVAC design and heat load surveys in the Lothians, the survey looks at how the space is used, where equipment and ductwork can go and what the electrical supply can take.
What is included
- Room-by-room heat gain and heat loss calculations
- System options with pros, cons and budget costs
- Layout drawings for units, pipework and condensate
- Electrical load and supply requirements
- Noise data for planning or landlord approval
Local guide prices for the Lothians
These guide prices are adjusted for Scotland, where labour and access costs run about 4% 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 | £475–£955 | £570–£1,146 | per project |
| Design package, larger premises | £955–£2,350 | £1,146–£2,820 | per project |
| Noise assessment data pack for planning | £285–£860 | £342–£1,032 | per project |
Ex VAT. Design fees for larger projects are credited against installation if we carry it out.
How a job in the Lothians works
Brief
We agree the use, occupancy, hours and budget. For sites in the Lothians 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.
Points to plan for in the Lothians
Coordination
Ceiling, lighting, sprinkler and electrical layouts are coordinated early.
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 the Lothians businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Typical premises in the Lothians
- Schools and education: classroom cooling, ventilation and IT room cooling, installed in the holidays.
- 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.
- Restaurants and cafés: dining rooms that stay comfortable next to a hot kitchen and a busy service.
In Scotland, systems holding 5 tonnes CO2 equivalent of refrigerant or more fall under GB F-gas rules, with regular leak checks and records; systems with an effective output of 12 kW or more also need a periodic energy inspection.
Common questions from businesses in the Lothians
How much does HVAC design cost in the Lothians?
Guide prices in the Lothians run from about £475 to £2,350 per project, plus VAT. A typical job (design package for a 300–800 m² office) costs £955–£2,350 plus VAT. We confirm the price in writing before work starts.
Do you also cover Edinburgh, Fife and Stirling, Falkirk and Clackmannanshire?
Yes. Alongside the Lothians, we also cover Edinburgh, Fife and Stirling, Falkirk and Clackmannanshire. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Can you produce a specification for tender?
Yes. We produce drawings and a written specification so contractors price the same system.
Do you provide noise data for planning?
Yes. We can supply manufacturer noise data and calculations to support a planning application.
Need HVAC design and heat load surveys in the Lothians?
Heat loads for single installations are free with a quote; design fees are confirmed before work starts.