VRF and VRV systems in Stratford
A free survey, a clear specification and a fixed price for VRF and VRV air conditioning in Stratford.
- 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 a VRF system cost in Stratford?
Our guide range in Stratford is £3,150–£6,350 per indoor unit (whole system) before VAT; a typical job (office floor of 10–16 indoor units) is £31,500–£101,995 plus VAT. Your exact price is fixed in writing once we have surveyed.
VRF (variable refrigerant flow) — called VRV by some manufacturers — is a commercial air conditioning system where one outdoor unit, or a bank of them, serves many indoor units through a shared refrigerant network.
Working in Stratford
In Stratford, 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.
That includes premises in E15 and GL20 and the surrounding districts. Neighbouring towns we cover include Bow, Canning Town and Canary Wharf. Buildings across London range from converted period offices to modern units with deep ceiling voids, so we measure each site rather than relying on a standard package.
What we do
- Heat load and diversity calculations for every zone
- Two-pipe (heat pump) or three-pipe / two-pipe heat recovery system design
- Refrigerant pipework sizing, branch selectors and refrigerant charge calculation
- Leak detection where the refrigerant concentration limits require it
- Phased installation, pressure testing, commissioning and full F-gas records
VRF / VRV prices in Stratford
These guide prices are adjusted for London, where labour and access costs run about 28% above the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heat pump VRF, per indoor unit | £3,150–£5,695 | £3,780–£6,834 | per unit |
| Heat recovery VRF, per indoor unit | £3,795–£6,350 | £4,554–£7,620 | per unit |
| Central controller and BMS interface | £1,195–£5,050 | £1,434–£6,060 | per system |
| Refrigerant leak detection (per alarmed room) | £505–£1,150 | £606–£1,380 | per room |
| Crane lift for roof plant | £1,195–£3,795 | £1,434–£4,554 | per lift |
Ex VAT, installed system prices including outdoor plant shared across indoor units.
From enquiry to handover in Stratford
Survey and loads
We calculate loads zone by zone and check roof or plant space, risers and ceiling voids. For sites in Stratford we confirm access and parking beforehand.
System design
Outdoor units, indoor units, branch boxes and pipe sizes are designed together, including the refrigerant charge and any leak detection.
Phased first fix
Pipework and controls cabling go in floor by floor, often out of hours in occupied buildings.
Pressure test and charge
The network is pressure tested, evacuated and charged with the calculated refrigerant quantity.
Commissioning
Each indoor unit is commissioned and the controls set up, with as-fitted drawings and F-gas records handed over.
Points to plan for in Stratford
Leak checks
Larger VRF systems usually exceed 5 tonnes CO2 equivalent, so they need at least annual F-gas leak checks — more often at 50 tonnes and above.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Stratford are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Plant space
Outdoor units need clear air flow, structural support and safe access for servicing.
Working hours
Most Stratford businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Premises we work in around Stratford
- Offices: zoned cooling and heating for open-plan floors, meeting rooms and comms rooms.
- Hotels and hospitality: quiet bedroom units, public-area cooling and heat recovery for hotels.
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.
Your questions answered
How much does a VRF system cost in Stratford?
Guide prices in Stratford run from about £3,150 to £6,350 per indoor unit (whole system), plus VAT. A typical job (office floor of 10–16 indoor units) costs £31,500–£101,995 plus VAT. We fix the price in writing after a free survey.
Do you also cover Bow, Canning Town and Canary Wharf?
Yes. Alongside Stratford, we also cover Bow, Canning Town and Canary Wharf. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Stratford?
All of them, including E15 and GL20. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
What is heat recovery VRF?
A version that can cool some zones and heat others at the same time, moving heat around the building instead of dumping it outside.
Does a VRF system need F-gas leak checks?
Usually yes. Most VRF systems hold enough refrigerant to exceed 5 tonnes CO2 equivalent, which triggers at least annual leak checks and record keeping.
Get a guide price for Stratford
Free survey and fixed written quote. We reply with a guide price or to book the survey.