Fan coil units in Irlam
Fan coil unit servicing and repairs in Irlam 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 Irlam?
In Irlam, expect around £65–£140 per fan coil serviced, plus VAT. A typical job (service of 20 fan coils) is £1,250–£2,850 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 Irlam
In a town like Irlam, a single wall unit for a shop or a cassette for a surgery makes a real difference in summer. Salford is about 10 km away.
Postcode districts we cover in Irlam include M44. We also cover Sale, Eccles and Altrincham, all within easy reach of Irlam. If a system in Irlam is old and keeps failing, we will tell you honestly whether repair or replacement makes more sense.
What the job covers
- Fan coil condition surveys
- Fan motor replacement (including EC motor upgrades)
- Valve, actuator and controller replacement
- Full unit replacement
- Water balancing coordination with your mechanical contractor
Local guide prices for Irlam
These guide prices are adjusted for the North West, where labour and access costs run about 2% below the UK guide.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fan coil service | £65–£140 | £78–£168 | per unit |
| EC motor upgrade | £385–£875 | £462–£1,050 | per unit |
| Valve and actuator replacement | £240–£585 | £288–£702 | per unit |
| Full fan coil replacement | £1,395–£3,395 | £1,674–£4,074 | 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 Irlam
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 Irlam
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 Irlam 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.
Working hours
Most Irlam businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
Who we work with in Irlam
- 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).
Your questions answered
How much does fan coil unit work cost in Irlam?
In Irlam, expect about £65–£140 per fan coil serviced, plus VAT. A typical job (service of 20 fan coils) is £1,250–£2,850 plus VAT. Any parts or repairs are priced before we go ahead.
Do you also cover Sale, Eccles and Altrincham?
Yes. Alongside Irlam, we also cover Sale, Eccles and Altrincham. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Irlam?
All of them, including M44. 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.
Do you maintain chillers too?
We focus on the fan coils and terminal units and coordinate with the central plant maintainer.
Need fan coil unit servicing and repairs in Irlam?
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.