Ductwork installation in County Durham

Ductwork carries air between the fan or unit and the rooms it serves, and how it is sized, hung and sealed decides how well the whole system performs. We supply and install spiral and rectangular galvanised ductwork, fittings, dampers, insulation and access panels.

Our team is based in Great Barr, Birmingham, and we work throughout County Durham, from Billingham, Stanley, Consett, Darlington and Hartlepool. The survey is free for new installations on the UK mainland, and the quote that follows is fixed and in writing.

Ductwork in County Durham at a glance

Area: County Durham
Towns listed: 14, largest Darlington
Postcode districts: DL2, TS24, TS25, TS18, TS19 and DH1
Price region: North East
Survey: Free survey (UK mainland)

What ductwork installation involves

Undersized or leaky ductwork forces fans to work harder and makes systems noisy. We work to recognised sheet-metal ductwork specifications, seal joints, fit access panels for cleaning and insulate ducts that run through cold spaces or carry cold air. We install for our own ventilation systems and for other contractors, from short runs in a shop to full warehouse and office distribution.

Spiral ductwork

Round galvanised ductwork for supply and extract runs.

Rectangular ductwork

For larger volumes or limited ceiling depth.

Insulation and fire dampers

Thermal insulation and dampers where ducts pass through compartments, as designed.

Guide prices in County Durham

Ductwork installation guide prices in County Durham
Work	Guide price
Spiral ductwork supplied and installed (up to 315 mm diameter) (per metre)	£40–£85 + VAT
Rectangular ductwork supplied and installed, insulated where needed (per metre)	£85–£205 + VAT

Guide prices using North East rates. Prices exclude VAT. A guide price is not a quote: we confirm a fixed price in writing first.

Common reasons people call

Noise from undersized ducts
No access panels for cleaning
Uninsulated ducts dripping condensation

Rules in England

English building work follows Approved Document F (2021 edition) for ventilation rates, installation and commissioning. Workplaces must also be ventilated with a sufficient quantity of fresh or purified air under the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992.

How the job runs

Survey
Drawings
Install
Insulate
Test

Towns we cover in County Durham

Questions about ductwork installation in County Durham

Which rules apply to ventilation in County Durham?

In England, ventilation in new and altered homes is covered by Approved Document F of the Building Regulations. Landlords also have duties under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System, and workplaces must be ventilated under the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992.

How much does ductwork installation cost?

Spiral ductwork up to 315 mm typically costs £45 to £95 per metre and rectangular ductwork £95 to £225 per metre excluding VAT, supplied and installed, depending on size and height.

Spiral or rectangular duct?

Spiral duct is quicker to install and leaks less; rectangular duct fits shallow ceiling voids and larger airflows.

Which towns in County Durham do you cover?

All of County Durham, including Billingham, Stanley, Consett, Darlington and Hartlepool. If your town is not listed, send the postcode and we will confirm.

Are prices different in County Durham?

Our guide prices are adjusted by region. In County Durham we use North East rates, so spiral ductwork supplied and installed (up to 315 mm diameter) is typically £40 to £85 + VAT per metre.