Commercial ventilation, Lothians
Ductwork installation in the Lothians
Spiral and rectangular galvanised ductwork, hung, insulated and sealed, across the Lothians.
- From £45 + VAT per metre
- Free survey
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 the Lothians, from Livingston, Musselburgh, Bathgate, Bonnyrigg and Penicuik. Surveys for new installations are free on the UK mainland, with a written quote afterwards.
Ductwork in the Lothians at a glance
- Area
- Lothians, Scotland
- Towns listed
- 13, largest Livingston
- Postcode districts
- EH47, EH48, EH40, EH42, EH52 and EH53
- Price region
- Scotland
- Survey
- Free survey (UK mainland)
What the work 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 the Lothians
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Spiral ductwork supplied and installed (up to 315 mm diameter) (per metre) | £45–£90 + VAT |
| Rectangular ductwork supplied and installed, insulated where needed (per metre) | £90–£215 + VAT |
These ranges use our Scotland rates. Prices exclude VAT. You get a fixed written price before any work is booked.
Signs it is time to call us
- Noise from undersized ducts
- No access panels for cleaning
- Uninsulated ducts dripping condensation
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. The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 apply in Scotland too, requiring sufficient fresh or purified air.
How the job runs
- Survey
- Drawings
- Install
- Insulate
- Test
Towns we cover in the Lothians
- Livingston
- Musselburgh
- Bathgate
- Bonnyrigg
- Penicuik
- Broxburn
- Mayfield
- Linlithgow
- Armadale
- Dalkeith
- Tranent
- Whitburn
- Dunbar
Questions about ductwork installation in the Lothians
Which rules apply to ventilation in the Lothians?
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.
Spiral or rectangular duct?
Spiral duct is quicker to install and leaks less; rectangular duct fits shallow ceiling voids and larger airflows.
Do ducts need insulation?
Ducts carrying cold or warm air through unheated spaces usually need insulation to prevent heat loss and condensation.
Which towns in the Lothians do you cover?
All of the Lothians, including Livingston, Musselburgh, Bathgate, Bonnyrigg and Penicuik. If your town is not listed, send the postcode and we will confirm.
Are prices different in the Lothians?
Our guide prices are adjusted by region. In the Lothians we use Scotland rates, so spiral ductwork supplied and installed (up to 315 mm diameter) is typically £45 to £90 + VAT per metre.
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