Air handling units in Catford
Keep your systems in Catford running: air handling unit servicing and repairs, with any extra work explained and priced before it starts.
- Visit price agreed before we book
- Written report after every visit
- F-gas records updated where required
How much does an air handling unit service cost in Catford?
Guide price in Catford: £315–£760 per unit, per visit ex VAT, with a typical job (AHU service with filter change) at £315–£760 plus VAT. Any extra work is priced and approved before it starts.
An air handling unit (AHU) is a large central unit that filters, heats, cools and moves air through a building's ductwork, often with heat recovery.
Covering Catford and nearby
In Catford, commercial premises range from street-level shops and restaurants to offices in converted and modern buildings, many with managing agents and landlord consents to work through.
Postcode districts we cover in Catford include SE6. Nearby, we also cover Blackheath (about 3 km), Greenwich (about 4 km) and Beckenham (about 4 km). Businesses across London can combine servicing with any F-gas leak checks their systems need, which saves a separate attendance.
What is included
- Filter changes to the specified grade
- Fan, belt and motor checks
- Coil and drip tray cleaning
- Damper and actuator checks
- Heat recovery device checks
Air handling units prices in Catford
These guide prices are adjusted for London, where labour and access costs run about 28% above the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHU service with filter change | £315–£760 | £378–£912 | per visit |
| Fan / motor replacement | £1,850–£6,350 | £2,220–£7,620 | per fan |
| Full AHU replacement | £19,150–£88,995 | £22,980–£106,794 | per unit |
Ex VAT. Filters are charged at cost for the grade specified.
How we handle air handling units in Catford
Inspect
We record the AHU type, condition, filter grades and controls.
Service
Filters are changed and components cleaned and checked.
Report
Readings and recommendations are reported.
Upgrade or replace
Where needed, we quote for fan upgrades or replacement.
Points to plan for in Catford
Energy
Fan upgrades and better controls can cut energy use significantly on older units.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Catford are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Replacement logistics
Large AHU replacements need craneage, road closures and careful programming.
Neighbours and noise
Outdoor units near flats — common above shops — need careful siting so noise at neighbours' windows stays low. We choose positions and quieter units with that in mind.
Premises we work in around Catford
- Warehouses and industrial: cooling for offices, mezzanines, control rooms and temperature-sensitive areas.
In England, systems holding 5 tonnes CO2 equivalent of refrigerant or more fall under GB F-gas rules, with regular leak checks and records; buildings with more than 12 kW of air conditioning in total also need a periodic energy inspection.
FAQs for Catford
How much does an air handling unit service cost in Catford?
In Catford, expect about £315–£760 per unit, per visit, plus VAT. A typical job (AHU service with filter change) is £315–£760 plus VAT. Any parts or repairs are priced before we go ahead.
Do you also cover Blackheath, Greenwich and Beckenham?
Yes. Alongside Catford, we also cover Blackheath, Greenwich and Beckenham. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Catford?
All of them, including SE6. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
How often should an AHU be serviced?
Typically every three to six months, depending on use and filter loading.
Can you upgrade old AHU fans?
Yes. EC fan upgrades are a common way to cut energy use without replacing the whole unit.
Need air handling unit servicing and repairs in Catford?
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.