Fan coil units in Gateshead
Fan coil unit servicing and repairs in Gateshead, 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 Gateshead?
In Gateshead, expect around £60–£135 per fan coil serviced, plus VAT. A typical job (service of 20 fan coils) is £1,195–£2,750 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.
Gateshead and surrounding areas
Gateshead is a large town in Tyne and Wear, with a busy centre, retail parks and industrial estates on its edges. Newcastle upon Tyne is about 1 km away.
We cover every Gateshead postcode, including DH98, NE8, NE82, NE83, NE85 and NE88. Neighbouring towns we cover include Newcastle upon Tyne, Gosforth and Wallsend. For fan coil unit servicing and repairs in Gateshead, roof and high-level access is planned in advance, so the visit is not wasted waiting for a tower or a key.
Included as standard
- Fan coil condition surveys
- Filter, coil and condensate tray cleaning
- Fan motor replacement (including EC motor upgrades)
- Valve, actuator and controller replacement
- Full unit replacement
Prices in Gateshead
Prices below include our regional adjustment for the North East (6% below the UK guide).
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fan coil service | £60–£135 | £72–£162 | per unit |
| EC motor upgrade | £370–£840 | £444–£1,008 | per unit |
| Valve and actuator replacement | £230–£560 | £276–£672 | per unit |
| Full fan coil replacement | £1,350–£3,250 | £1,620–£3,900 | 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.
How a visit in Gateshead works
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.
Before you book in Gateshead
Access
Work is planned around tenants, often out of hours.
Leased premises
If your Gateshead 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.
Water systems
Fan coils depend on the chilled and heating water systems; we coordinate with whoever maintains the central plant.
Shared buildings
In multi-let buildings, roof space, risers and plant areas are often controlled by a managing agent. We work to their permits and method-statement requirements.
Premises we work in around Gateshead
- 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).
FAQs for Gateshead
How much does fan coil unit work cost in Gateshead?
In Gateshead, expect about £60–£135 per fan coil serviced, plus VAT. A typical job (service of 20 fan coils) is £1,195–£2,750 plus VAT. Any parts or repairs are priced before we go ahead.
Do you also cover Newcastle upon Tyne, Gosforth and Wallsend?
Yes. Alongside Gateshead, we also cover Newcastle upon Tyne, Gosforth and Wallsend. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Gateshead?
All of them, including DH98, NE8, NE82 and NE83. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Are EC motors worth it?
Usually, where units run for long hours. They use less electricity and give smoother speed control.
Why is my fan coil noisy?
Worn fan bearings, loose panels, blocked filters or high fan speed settings are the usual causes.
Need fan coil unit servicing and repairs in Gateshead?
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.