Fan coil units in Hitchin
Fan coil unit servicing and repairs in Hitchin for offices, shops, restaurants and plant rooms.
- 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 Hitchin?
Guide price in Hitchin: £70–£155 per fan coil serviced ex VAT, with a typical job (service of 20 fan coils) at £1,395–£3,150 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.
Our coverage in Hitchin
Hitchin has a compact centre of shops, cafés and offices, with business units on its outskirts. Luton is about 12 km away.
We work across Hitchin's postcode districts, including SG4 and SG5. We also cover Letchworth Garden City, Stevenage and Luton, all within easy reach of Hitchin. Each visit in Hitchin ends with a written report: what was checked, readings taken and anything that needs attention, priced separately for you to approve.
What the job covers
- Fan coil condition surveys
- Filter, coil and condensate tray cleaning
- Fan motor replacement (including EC motor upgrades)
- Full unit replacement
- Water balancing coordination with your mechanical contractor
Prices in Hitchin
These guide prices are adjusted for the East of England, where labour and access costs run about 8% above the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fan coil service | £70–£155 | £84–£186 | per unit |
| EC motor upgrade | £425–£965 | £510–£1,158 | per unit |
| Valve and actuator replacement | £265–£645 | £318–£774 | per unit |
| Full fan coil replacement | £1,550–£3,750 | £1,860–£4,500 | 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.
What happens on a visit in Hitchin
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
EC motors
Upgrading old motors to EC motors reduces electricity use and noise.
Access and parking
Town-centre jobs in Hitchin often come down to access — loading restrictions, parking for the van and getting equipment onto a roof. We check this at survey and plan deliveries around it.
Water systems
Fan coils depend on the chilled and heating water systems; we coordinate with whoever maintains the central plant.
Leased premises
If your Hitchin 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.
Who we work with in Hitchin
- Hotels and hospitality: quiet bedroom units, public-area cooling and heat recovery for hotels.
Two rules matter for most businesses in England: GB F-gas rules (leak checks from 5 tonnes CO2e) and the periodic energy inspection for more than 12 kW of air conditioning.
Questions about fan coil units in Hitchin
How much does fan coil unit work cost in Hitchin?
In Hitchin, expect about £70–£155 per fan coil serviced, plus VAT. A typical job (service of 20 fan coils) is £1,395–£3,150 plus VAT. Any parts or repairs are priced before we go ahead.
Do you also cover Letchworth Garden City, Stevenage and Luton?
Yes. Alongside Hitchin, we also cover Letchworth Garden City, Stevenage and Luton. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Hitchin?
All of them, including SG4 and SG5. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Do you maintain chillers too?
We focus on the fan coils and terminal units and coordinate with the central plant maintainer.
Why is my fan coil noisy?
Worn fan bearings, loose panels, blocked filters or high fan speed settings are the usual causes.
Talk to us about your premises in Hitchin
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.