Fan coil units in Lerwick
Fan coil unit servicing and repairs in Lerwick, with the visit price agreed before we come and a written report after.
- 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 Lerwick?
In Lerwick, expect around £70–£145 per fan coil serviced, plus VAT. A typical job (service of 20 fan coils) is £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.
Covering Lerwick and nearby
Most commercial premises in and around Lerwick are shops, offices, salons, pubs and small industrial units.
We work across Lerwick's postcode districts, including ZE1. 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 Lerwick 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 the job covers
- Fan coil condition surveys
- Filter, coil and condensate tray cleaning
- Fan motor replacement (including EC motor upgrades)
- Valve, actuator and controller replacement
- Water balancing coordination with your mechanical contractor
Local guide prices for Lerwick
Guide prices for Lerwick, 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.
How a visit in Lerwick 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.
Things to check in Lerwick
Condensate
Blocked trays are a common cause of ceiling stains; regular cleaning prevents them.
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.
EC motors
Upgrading old motors to EC motors reduces electricity use and noise.
Conservation areas
Historic streets and listed buildings in and around Lerwick are more likely to need planning permission for outdoor units on visible elevations. We check with the local planning authority before work is booked.
Types of premises we cover in Lerwick
- 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).
Common questions from businesses in Lerwick
How much does fan coil unit work cost in Lerwick?
In Lerwick, 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 Lerwick is quoted before the visit is booked.
Which postcodes do you cover in Lerwick?
All of them, including ZE1. 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.
Are EC motors worth it?
Usually, where units run for long hours. They use less electricity and give smoother speed control.
Need fan coil unit servicing and repairs in Lerwick?
Visits to Lerwick 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.