Commercial ventilation, Edinburgh
Air handling units (AHU) in Edinburgh
AHU replacement, EC fan upgrades, controls and planned servicing, across Edinburgh.
- From £9,550 + VAT per unit
- Free survey
An air handling unit (AHU) is the central plant that filters, moves and often heats, cools or recovers heat from the air for a building's ventilation system. We replace ageing units, upgrade fans and controls, and service AHUs so they keep delivering their design airflows.
Edinburgh has every kind of building, from old terraces to new estates and business parks, and every job is designed around the building in front of us, not a standard kit.
Air handling units in Edinburgh at a glance
- Area
- Edinburgh, Scotland
- Towns listed
- 1, largest Edinburgh
- Postcode districts
- EH1 and EH2
- Price region
- Scotland
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
What air handling units (AHU) involves
New units must meet current ecodesign rules for fan efficiency and heat recovery. Replacements often involve crane lifts, roof work and out-of-hours changeovers. We plan the lift, temporary arrangements and isolations with you so the building can keep working.
Controls upgrade
New controls, sensors and BMS integration.
Planned servicing
Filters, belts, coils, drains and controls on a schedule.
Like-for-like replacement
New unit in the same position, connected to existing ductwork.
Guide prices in Edinburgh
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Air handling unit replacement, small to medium unit, like-for-like position (per unit) | £9,550–£33,550 + VAT |
| Air handling unit service: filters, belts or EC fan check, coils, controls (per unit per visit) | £185–£380 + VAT |
Guide prices using Scotland rates. Prices exclude VAT. A guide price is not a quote: we confirm a fixed price in writing first.
Common reasons people call
- Corroded casings or leaking drain trays
- Rooms that no longer get enough air
- Rising energy bills from old plant
Rules in Scotland
In Scotland, ventilation is covered by the Building (Scotland) Regulations and section 3 of the Technical Handbooks, and most building work needs a building warrant first. Scottish employers also have the Workplace Regulations 1992 duty to provide effective ventilation.
How the job runs
- Survey
- Options
- Plan
- Install
- Commission
Towns we cover in Edinburgh
Questions about air handling units (AHU) in Edinburgh
Is the survey free in Edinburgh?
For new installations on the UK mainland, yes. The survey is free and the quote that follows is fixed and in writing. Servicing, testing and repair visits are charged, and we confirm the cost before booking.
What does an AHU service cost?
A service visit typically costs £195 to £395 per unit excluding VAT, depending on size and access.
Do you work on rooftop units?
Yes, with safe access arranged for roof work.
Which rules apply to ventilation in Edinburgh?
In Scotland, ventilation is covered by section 3 of the Building Standards Technical Handbooks. Private rented homes must meet the Repairing Standard, and workplaces must be ventilated under the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992.
Which towns in Edinburgh do you cover?
All of Edinburgh, including Edinburgh. If your town is not listed, send the postcode and we will confirm.
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