About Harry Taylor
Who is Harry Taylor and what do you do?
Harry Taylor HVAC Ltd is a family-run business with over 100 years of history, originally founded in the Manchester area in 1925. We specialise in industrial and commercial heating and cooling solutions for business customers across the UK, operating from offices in Ashton-under-Lyne and Bromley. We don't just sell heaters in boxes — we design, install, and maintain complete heating and cooling systems tailored to your building and budget.
What areas of the UK do you cover?
We offer national coverage across the UK. Our northern office is based in Ashton-under-Lyne, Lancashire (0161 308 4550), and our southern office is in Bromley, Kent (020 8464 0915). Whatever your location, one of our teams can assist you with a site survey and quotation.
Are you accredited and qualified to carry out gas and heating work?
Yes — and we take accreditation very seriously. Harry Taylor holds ISO 9001:2015 quality management certification, is a registered member of Gas Safe (the mandatory register for all businesses working with gas), and is a member of BESA (Building Engineering Services Association). All key staff members are trained Energy Assessors. We were also one of the first installers to achieve Carbon Trust Accredited Supplier status.
Industrial Heating
What types of premises do you provide heating for?
We design and install heating systems for a wide range of commercial and industrial buildings, including factories, warehouses, workshops, vehicle workshops, large retail spaces, and leisure facilities. If you have a large commercial or industrial space that needs heating, we can help — and we'll always recommend the most appropriate and efficient solution for your specific building.
What is the difference between warm air heating and radiant heating?
Warm air heaters heat the air in a space and circulate it, making them ideal for buildings where you need to heat the whole volume quickly. Radiant heaters work more like the sun — they emit infrared heat directly to objects and people in their path, without warming the air first. Radiant systems are often more efficient in high-ceilinged spaces or areas with large doors that open frequently, such as vehicle workshops. Our team will assess your building and recommend the right approach for your situation.
Can you help reduce our heating running costs?
Absolutely — this is one of our core strengths. We champion the use of destratification fans, which recycle warm air that rises and collects at roof level, sending it back down to where people are working. This can save up to 30% on running costs alone. We also specify energy-efficient heaters and design systems that avoid waste. Our website's Energy Efficiency section has more detail, or contact either of our offices for a conversation about your current costs.
What if our building doesn't have a natural gas supply?
No problem — we work with alternative fuel options and can advise on the right solution for your site. Please contact one of our offices directly and we'll discuss the options available for your premises and location.
Evaporative Cooling
Evaporative cooling
What is evaporative cooling and how does it work?
Evaporative cooling works by drawing warm outside air through water-saturated pads. As the air passes through, the water evaporates, absorbing heat and lowering the air temperature before it enters the building — in a similar way to how perspiration cools the human body. It is significantly more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly than traditional air conditioning, and particularly effective in large open industrial spaces. Learn more about how it works here.
Is evaporative cooling suitable for our building?
Evaporative cooling works best in large spaces with good airflow, such as factories, warehouses, industrial buildings, leisure facilities, and pharmaceutical premises. It is less effective in tightly sealed spaces or in very humid climates. We offer a free site survey so we can assess your building and confirm whether evaporative cooling is the right solution — and if so, design a system to suit you. Request a free survey here.
How does evaporative cooling compare to air conditioning in terms of cost?
Evaporative cooling systems typically use a fraction of the energy of conventional air conditioning — making them considerably cheaper to run. They also have lower installation costs for large commercial spaces. Because they use water evaporation rather than refrigerant-based mechanical compression, they are also more environmentally friendly and simpler to maintain. For large industrial buildings especially, the cost advantages can be substantial.
Installation, Service & Maintenance
Do you only install new systems, or can you service existing ones?
We offer a complete care package. As well as designing and installing new heating and cooling systems, we repair and service existing systems — including those not originally installed by us. Keeping systems running at maximum efficiency is important both for comfort and running costs, and our engineers are experienced across a wide range of equipment. Find out more about our installation, service and maintenance offering.
How do I get a quote or arrange a site survey?
The simplest way is to request a free site survey via our website. Alternatively, you can call our southern office on 020 8464 0915 or our northern office on 0161 308 4550. One of our team will discuss your requirements and arrange for an engineer to visit your site at a convenient time.
What brands and suppliers do you work with?
Harry Taylor has built strong, long-standing relationships with most of the major suppliers to the UK industrial heating and cooling market. Our key partners include Powrmatic, Reznor, Spaceray, Winterwarm, and Modine — giving us detailed knowledge of most appliances in the field. This means we can recommend the right product for each situation, rather than being tied to a single manufacturer.
Energy Efficiency & Environment
What is a destratification fan and do I need one?
In any heated building, warm air rises and collects at roof level where it serves little purpose — wasting the energy used to produce it. A destratification fan gently circulates that air, pushing it back down to ground level where people actually need it. For buildings with high ceilings, such as warehouses and factories, this can reduce heating running costs by up to 30%. Harry Taylor has been championing their use for over 20 years and can advise whether they are appropriate for your premises.
Is Harry Taylor committed to environmental sustainability?
Yes — energy efficiency and environmental responsibility have been central to how we work for over two decades. We developed a close relationship with the Carbon Trust and held Carbon Trust Accredited Installer Status for nearly a decade. Our evaporative cooling systems are an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional air conditioning. We also help customers select energy-efficient products and design systems that minimise waste and reduce carbon footprint. Read about our environmental approach here.