Fan coil units in Kirkwall
Keep your systems in Kirkwall running: fan coil unit servicing and repairs, with any extra work explained and priced before it starts.
- Visit and travel 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 Kirkwall?
Typical prices in Kirkwall run from £70 to £145 per fan coil serviced before VAT; a typical job (service of 20 fan coils) is usually £1,350–£3,050 plus VAT. For remote and island locations, a travel charge (ferry fares and any accommodation at cost, plus travel time) is quoted as a fixed amount in writing before anything is booked.
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.
Kirkwall and surrounding areas
In a town like Kirkwall, a single wall unit for a shop or a cassette for a surgery makes a real difference in summer.
We work across Kirkwall's postcode districts, including KW15. Businesses across Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles can combine servicing with any F-gas leak checks their systems need, which saves a separate attendance.
We cover Kirkwall by arrangement: a travel charge (ferry fares and any accommodation at cost, plus travel time) is quoted as a fixed amount in writing before anything is booked. We group visits where we can to keep it down.
What we do
- Filter, coil and condensate tray cleaning
- 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 Kirkwall
Guide prices for Kirkwall, set for the north of Scotland. Your fixed price comes in writing.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) | Inc VAT | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fan coil service | £70–£145 | £84–£174 | per unit |
| EC motor upgrade | £415–£940 | £498–£1,128 | per unit |
| Valve and actuator replacement | £255–£625 | £306–£750 | per unit |
| Full fan coil replacement | £1,500–£3,595 | £1,800–£4,314 | 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.
Points to plan for in Kirkwall
Condensate
Blocked trays are a common cause of ceiling stains; regular cleaning prevents them.
Working hours
Most Kirkwall businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
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.
Types of premises we cover in Kirkwall
- Hotels and hospitality: quiet bedroom units, public-area cooling and heat recovery for hotels.
Compliance in Scotland: refrigerant work falls under GB F-gas rules, and systems with an effective output of 12 kW or more need a periodic energy inspection (often called TM44).
FAQs for Kirkwall
How much does fan coil unit work cost in Kirkwall?
In Kirkwall, expect about £70–£145 per fan coil serviced, plus VAT. A typical job (service of 20 fan coils) is £1,350–£3,050 plus VAT. Any parts or repairs are priced before we go ahead. A travel charge for Kirkwall is quoted before the visit is booked.
Which postcodes do you cover in Kirkwall?
All of them, including KW15. Give us your postcode when you enquire and we will confirm the visit details.
Why is my fan coil noisy?
Worn fan bearings, loose panels, blocked filters or high fan speed settings are the usual causes.
Do you maintain chillers too?
We focus on the fan coils and terminal units and coordinate with the central plant maintainer.
Get a guide price for Kirkwall
Visits to Kirkwall are by arrangement: a travel charge (ferry fares and any accommodation at cost, plus travel time) is quoted as a fixed amount in writing before anything is booked.