Fan coil units in Chelsea
Fan coil unit servicing and repairs in Chelsea, with the visit price agreed before we come and a written report after.
- Visit price agreed before we book
- Written report after every visit
- F-gas records updated where required
How much does fan coil unit work cost in Chelsea?
Guide price in Chelsea: £85–£185 per fan coil serviced ex VAT, with a typical job (service of 20 fan coils) at £1,650–£3,695 plus VAT. Any extra work is priced and approved before it starts.
A fan coil unit (FCU) is a heating and cooling terminal unit, usually hidden in the ceiling, that blows room air across coils fed with chilled and hot water from central plant.
Covering Chelsea and nearby
In Chelsea, 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.
That includes premises in SW3 and SW10 and the surrounding districts. Neighbouring towns we cover include Battersea, Fulham and Pimlico. Service and repair visits in Chelsea are booked around your opening hours, with the price agreed before we come.
What we do
- Fan coil condition surveys
- Filter, coil and condensate tray cleaning
- Valve, actuator and controller replacement
- Full unit replacement
- Water balancing coordination with your mechanical contractor
Prices in Chelsea
Prices below include our regional adjustment for London (28% above the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fan coil service | £85–£185 | £102–£222 | per unit |
| EC motor upgrade | £505–£1,150 | £606–£1,380 | per unit |
| Valve and actuator replacement | £315–£760 | £378–£912 | per unit |
| Full fan coil replacement | £1,850–£4,395 | £2,220–£5,274 | per unit |
Ex VAT. Fan coil servicing is priced per unit on planned programmes; one-off visits and replacements are priced per visit or per unit as shown.
The visit, step by step
Survey
We sample units across the building and record condition and faults.
Plan
Repairs or replacements are programmed floor by floor.
Work
Units are serviced, repaired or replaced with minimal disruption.
Commission
Controls and air flows are checked and records updated.
Local points to consider
Water systems
Fan coils depend on the chilled and heating water systems; we coordinate with whoever maintains the central plant.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Chelsea are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
EC motors
Upgrading old motors to EC motors reduces electricity use and noise.
Leased premises
If your Chelsea premises are leased, the landlord's written consent is usually needed for external units, wall penetrations and roof access. We provide drawings and data sheets for the request.
Premises we work in around Chelsea
- Hotels and hospitality: quiet bedroom units, public-area cooling and heat recovery for hotels.
Compliance in England: refrigerant work falls under GB F-gas rules, and buildings with more than 12 kW of air conditioning in total need a periodic energy inspection (often called TM44).
Questions about fan coil units in Chelsea
How much does fan coil unit work cost in Chelsea?
In Chelsea, expect about £85–£185 per fan coil serviced, plus VAT. A typical job (service of 20 fan coils) is £1,650–£3,695 plus VAT. Any parts or repairs are priced before we go ahead.
Do you also cover Battersea, Fulham and Pimlico?
Yes. Alongside Chelsea, we also cover Battersea, Fulham and Pimlico. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Chelsea?
All of them, including SW3 and SW10. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
What is a fan coil unit?
A ceiling or wall unit that heats and cools a room by blowing air over coils fed with chilled and hot water from central plant.
Why is my fan coil noisy?
Worn fan bearings, loose panels, blocked filters or high fan speed settings are the usual causes.
Get a guide price for Chelsea
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.