Cold Room Costs
Contact UsA properly designed cold room helps businesses protect temperature-sensitive products, maintain storage conditions and reduce spoilage. The overall cost depends on the room's dimensions, insulation, refrigeration equipment, temperature requirements and specialist features.
Glacier Cold Rooms provides tailored commercial refrigeration solutions across the UK. Its services cover pharmaceutical storage, food production, healthcare, laboratories, restaurants, supermarkets, florists and cellar cooling. Each installation is designed around the products being stored, the available space and the temperature conditions required.
How Much Does a Cold Room Cost?
Cold room costs vary depending on the application, storage capacity and refrigeration specifications. The following table summarises the prices published on Glacier Cold Rooms' ten service pages.
Service | Published Cost |
|---|---|
Pharmaceutical Cold Rooms | £5,000–£20,000 |
Cold Rooms for Butchery | £5,000–£15,000 |
Mortuary Fridges | £5,000–£15,000 |
Hospital Cold Rooms | £10,000–£50,000 |
Laboratory Cold Rooms | £500–£1,000 per m² |
Food Production Cold Rooms | £200–£350 per m² |
Restaurant Cold Rooms | £750–£1,500 per m² |
Supermarket Cold Rooms | £1,500–£3,000 per m² |
Florist Cold Rooms | From around £1,500 |
Cellar Cooling Systems | £1,200–£3,500 |
Some are based on the installation area, while others are quoted as a project or equipment price. Mortuary fridge installation costs are usually separate. The final quotation depends on the required capacity, insulation, cooling equipment and additional features.
Pharmaceutical Cold Rooms Costs
Pharmaceutical cold rooms typically cost between £5,000 and £20,000. The price depends on the room's size, temperature range, insulation and regulatory requirements.
These installations are designed to protect medicines, vaccines and other temperature-sensitive products. Factors that can influence the quotation include:
Temperature requirements: Different pharmaceutical products need specific storage conditions, often between 2°C and 8°C.
Insulation: Polyurethane panels help maintain stable internal temperatures.
Refrigeration configuration: Split and central cooling systems have different equipment and installation requirements.
Monitoring systems: Automated temperature monitoring and alerts can add to the system specification.
Backup power: Additional power supplies can help protect stored products during electrical interruptions.
Compliance requirements: MHRA and Good Distribution Practice (GDP) requirements may affect the design and equipment selected.
Glacier Cold Rooms provides modular, walk-in and drive-in pharmaceutical cold rooms. Systems can be configured for temperature ranges from -20°C to +8°C, depending on the application.
Cold Rooms for Butchery Costs
Cold rooms for butchery typically cost between £5,000 and £15,000. The price depends on storage capacity, insulation thickness, refrigeration equipment and the required internal layout.
Butchery cold rooms need reliable temperature control to help preserve meat products and maintain suitable hygiene conditions. The quotation can be influenced by:
Room dimensions: Compact storage rooms and larger walk-in installations have different material and equipment requirements.
Refrigeration system: Remote and self-contained units affect the installation specification.
Insulation thickness: Available insulation options range from 60mm to 150mm.
Humidity controls: Additional systems may be needed to manage storage conditions.
Internal fittings: Shelving and lighting can affect the final specification.
Glacier Cold Rooms offers walk-in, compact and modular cold rooms for butcheries, as well as blast chillers for rapid cooling. Its installations use insulated panels and refrigeration equipment selected for the required storage conditions.
Mortuary Fridges Costs
Mortuary fridges typically cost between £5,000 and £15,000, depending on the unit's size, storage capacity and features. Installation costs are usually separate and vary according to site conditions and setup complexity.
Available configurations include single-tier and multi-tier designs to accommodate different storage requirements. Additional specifications can affect the quotation:
Storage capacity: Single-body and multi-body units have different dimensions and refrigeration requirements.
Insulation: High-density polyurethane insulation helps improve thermal performance.
Temperature controls: Digital controls help maintain the required storage conditions.
Alarm systems: Temperature alarms can alert staff when conditions move outside the set range.
Construction materials: Stainless steel interiors support cleaning and hygiene requirements.
Remote monitoring: Compatible systems can provide additional temperature oversight.
Glacier Cold Rooms supplies mortuary refrigeration for funeral homes, hospitals and mortuaries. Its units typically maintain temperatures between 0°C and 4°C, depending on the model and application.
Hospital Cold Rooms Costs
Hospital cold rooms typically cost between £10,000 and £50,000. The price depends on cooling capacity, storage layout, insulation and specialist features.
Healthcare facilities may need cold storage for vaccines, blood products, medicines and other temperature-sensitive materials. The required temperature range can extend from -30°C to 8°C, depending on what is being stored.
Other cost considerations include:
Refrigeration capacity: The system must accommodate the required storage volume and operating temperatures.
Insulation materials: Polyurethane and polystyrene panels offer different thermal performance.
Shelving: The internal layout needs to accommodate the products and containers being stored.
Backup refrigeration: Dual refrigeration units with automatic switchover can provide additional reliability.
Monitoring systems: Remote monitoring, temperature sensors and alarms help staff track storage conditions.
Humidity controls: Additional environmental controls may be needed for particular applications.
Glacier Cold Rooms designs hospital installations around healthcare storage requirements, with temperature monitoring and alarm systems to help maintain suitable conditions. Its projects can incorporate backup power options and customised layouts.
Laboratory Cold Rooms Costs
Laboratory cold rooms typically cost £500–£1,000 per m². The price depends on the room dimensions, refrigeration specifications, temperature requirements and specialist features.
Laboratories may store samples, chemicals and temperature-sensitive materials that require precise environmental control. The quotation can be influenced by:
Insulation materials: Polyurethane and polystyrene panels have different thermal properties.
Refrigeration equipment: Variable-speed compressors and specialist cooling systems affect the specification.
Humidity controls: Additional controls may be needed for particular laboratory applications.
Monitoring systems: Digital controls and remote monitoring help track temperature conditions.
Access and security: Access controls and alarm systems can be included where required.
Compliance requirements: Standards such as ISO 14644 and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) may influence the design.
Glacier Cold Rooms offers laboratory systems with 100mm polyurethane insulation panels, adjustable shelving and digital monitoring options. Its refrigeration systems can maintain temperatures between 2°C and 8°C for applications requiring controlled storage.
Food Production Cold Rooms Costs
Food production cold rooms typically cost £200–£350 per m². The price depends on the room size, insulation grade, cooling system and additional features.
These installations support food manufacturers that need to preserve ingredients and finished products under controlled conditions. Depending on production requirements, temperatures may range from -18°C to 5°C.
Factors that can affect the quotation include:
Insulation specification: Polyurethane panels and rock wool offer different insulation properties.
Humidity control: Hygrometers and other controls may be needed to manage moisture levels.
Flooring: Specialist flooring designed for food production environments can affect the overall cost.
Refrigeration technology: Larger installations may require spiral or ammonia refrigeration systems.
Storage layout: Adjustable shelving and reinforced flooring can influence the design.
Glacier Cold Rooms provides modular, custom-built and walk-in food production cold rooms, as well as blast chiller rooms. Its solutions are designed around food preservation and relevant hygiene requirements, including the Food Safety and Hygiene (England) Regulations 2013.
Restaurant Cold Rooms Costs
Restaurant cold rooms typically cost £750–£1,500 per m². The price depends on the room dimensions, insulation, refrigeration system and additional features.
Restaurants need reliable refrigerated storage for ingredients such as meat, dairy products and fresh produce. The quotation can be affected by:
Room size: Storage capacity and available kitchen space determine the dimensions and layout.
Insulation panels: Polyurethane insulation helps maintain consistent temperatures.
Door specification: Heavy-duty swing doors and other access options affect the installation.
Cooling system: Split systems and integral refrigeration units have different equipment requirements.
Remote monitoring: Additional monitoring technology can help track storage temperatures.
Internal fittings: Adjustable shelving and lighting can be selected to suit the kitchen layout.
Glacier Cold Rooms designs restaurant installations with digital thermostats and automatic alarms for temperature monitoring. Its configurations can include sliding or hinged doors and customised shelving arrangements.
Supermarket Cold Rooms Costs
Supermarket cold rooms typically cost £1,500–£3,000 per m². The price depends on the installation size, insulation thickness, refrigeration system and additional features.
Supermarkets need sufficient storage capacity to manage fresh produce, dairy, meat and frozen products. The final specification can include:
Insulation materials: Polyurethane and polystyrene panels provide different thermal properties.
Refrigeration configuration: Remote condensing units and integral systems have different installation requirements.
Humidity control: Additional controls can help manage storage conditions for particular products.
Lighting: Energy-efficient lighting can affect the equipment specification.
Temperature monitoring: Digital monitoring systems can track conditions and alert staff to deviations.
Internal layout: Adjustable shelving, sliding doors and reinforced flooring can be selected to suit operational needs.
Glacier Cold Rooms provides modular supermarket installations with adjustable shelving and multi-zone temperature settings. Its systems are designed to support food storage and stock management in retail environments.
Florist Cold Rooms Costs
Florist cold rooms start at around £1,500. The final price depends on storage capacity, insulation quality, temperature range and additional features.
Flower storage requires suitable temperature and humidity conditions to help preserve freshness. Factors that can influence the quotation include:
Room capacity: Small florist units and larger wholesale storage rooms have different space requirements.
Insulation thickness: Thicker polyurethane panels can improve thermal efficiency but may increase the initial cost.
Refrigeration equipment: Evaporative cooling systems can help maintain consistent conditions.
Humidity control: Additional controls help manage moisture levels for different flower varieties.
Internal fittings: Shelving, storage racks and LED lighting can affect the specification.
Remote monitoring: Monitoring systems allow staff to track storage conditions.
Glacier Cold Rooms offers walk-in, modular, prefabricated and portable cold storage options for florists, event organisers and garden centres. Its systems are designed to maintain temperatures typically between 1°C and 10°C, with humidity settings suited to floral storage.
Cellar Cooling Systems Costs
Cellar cooling systems typically cost between £1,200 and £3,500. The price depends on cooling capacity, energy efficiency and installation complexity.
Glacier Cold Rooms supplies systems for wine, beer and other beverage storage. The available capacities range from smaller units for spaces of up to 20 cubic metres to larger systems for cellars exceeding 100 cubic metres.
The quotation can be influenced by:
Cooling capacity: The unit needs to match the size and cooling load of the cellar.
Energy efficiency: Systems with higher Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) ratings may reduce energy consumption.
Cellar layout: Restricted access or unusual room layouts can affect installation requirements.
Ventilation: The system needs suitable ventilation and space for its refrigeration components.
Temperature and humidity controls: Digital thermostats and humidity management can help maintain suitable beverage storage conditions.
Glacier Cold Rooms offers different cellar cooling configurations, including split systems and through-the-wall units. Its systems typically maintain temperatures between 10°C and 15°C for beverage storage.
What Factors Affect Cold Room Costs?
Although each application has different requirements, several considerations influence the overall cost of a cold storage installation.
Room size and storage capacity: Larger installations require more insulated panels, refrigeration capacity and fitting work.
Required temperature range: Chilled, frozen and specialist storage applications need different refrigeration specifications.
Insulation materials: Panel material and thickness affect thermal performance and energy efficiency.
Refrigeration technology: Compressor type, cooling capacity and system configuration influence equipment costs.
Humidity control: Certain products, including flowers and specialist materials, need additional environmental controls.
Monitoring and alarms: Digital temperature sensors, remote monitoring and alert systems add functionality.
Internal layout: Shelving, racking, flooring and door configurations affect the design.
Installation conditions: Available space, access, ventilation and electrical requirements can influence the work involved.
Industry standards: Food safety, pharmaceutical and healthcare applications may require specific design and monitoring provisions.
What Is Included in a Cold Room Quote?
The contents of a quotation depend on the application, equipment and installation requirements. Glacier Cold Rooms follows a structured process to develop a solution around each client's storage needs.
A typical project process involves:
Consultation: Reviewing the products being stored, required temperature range, humidity needs and available space.
Design: Using CAD software to plan the layout, insulation, cooling capacity and energy-efficient equipment.
Installation: Fitting the specified insulated panels, refrigeration units, doors and associated components.
Commissioning: Calibrating temperature controls and checking air circulation to help maintain consistent conditions.
Maintenance planning: Providing maintenance advice and arranging scheduled service visits where required.
The exact inclusions should be confirmed in the itemised quotation. For example, the butchery cold room service page states that pricing includes design consultation, installation, shelving and refrigeration units. Mortuary fridge installation is generally priced separately, while other specialist features may affect the final cost.
How to Get a Cold Room Quote
To receive a tailored quotation from Glacier Cold Rooms, provide information about your business, available space and storage requirements.
Choose your service: Specify whether you need pharmaceutical, butchery, mortuary, hospital, laboratory, food production, restaurant, supermarket or florist cold storage, or a cellar cooling system.
Share your site details: Provide the approximate dimensions, available installation space and access arrangements.
Explain your storage requirements: Identify the products being stored and the required temperature and humidity conditions.
Discuss additional features: Mention any requirements for shelving, monitoring, alarms, backup refrigeration or specialist flooring.
Arrange a consultation: The team assesses the project and develops a suitable design and quotation.
Glacier Cold Rooms aims to begin consultations within one to two business days of receiving an enquiry. Site assessments help establish the installation requirements before the project schedule is confirmed. The company provides services nationwide across the UK.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do cold rooms typically last?
The expected lifespan depends on the type of installation, equipment quality and maintenance. Glacier Cold Rooms states that pharmaceutical cold rooms typically last 10–15 years, while laboratory cold rooms can last 15–20 years with proper maintenance.
How often should a cold room be serviced?
Glacier Cold Rooms recommends servicing cold rooms at least once a year. More frequent checks may be appropriate depending on usage and industry requirements. Laboratory systems, for example, benefit from annual professional servicing.
Can an existing cold room be upgraded?
Yes. Glacier Cold Rooms can assess existing installations and discuss upgrades to improve efficiency, capacity or compliance with updated standards.
Do cold rooms need temperature monitoring?
Temperature monitoring is particularly important for pharmaceutical, healthcare, laboratory and food storage applications. Digital thermostats, sensors and alarm systems can help staff identify temperature changes that may affect stored products.
Can cold rooms be customised to fit existing premises?
Yes. Glacier Cold Rooms provides modular and bespoke designs to suit different room dimensions, layouts and storage requirements. A site assessment helps determine the appropriate configuration.
Get a Cold Room Quote from Glacier Cold Rooms
Whether you need specialist pharmaceutical storage, refrigeration for food production, a hospital cold room or a cellar cooling system, Glacier Cold Rooms can help plan a solution around your operational requirements.
Contact the team to discuss your available space, storage capacity and temperature specifications. We guarantee we won’t be beaten on a like-for-like quote.