Fan coil units in Prestwich
Keep your systems in Prestwich running: fan coil unit servicing and repairs, with any extra work explained and priced before it starts.
- 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 Prestwich?
Typical prices in Prestwich run from £65 to £140 per fan coil serviced before VAT; a typical job (service of 20 fan coils) is usually £1,250–£2,850 plus VAT. Parts and repairs are only done once you approve the price.
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.
Working in Prestwich
In Prestwich, typical premises are high-street shops, offices above them, surgeries, salons and local industrial units. Salford is about 5 km away.
Postcode districts we cover in Prestwich include M25. We also cover Whitefield, Radcliffe and Salford, all within easy reach of Prestwich. If a system in Prestwich is old and keeps failing, we will tell you honestly whether repair or replacement makes more sense.
What the job covers
- 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 Prestwich
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.
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.
Things to check in Prestwich
Access
Work is planned around tenants, often out of hours.
Working hours
Most Prestwich businesses prefer noisy work outside trading hours. Early starts, evenings and weekends can be arranged and are priced up front.
EC motors
Upgrading old motors to EC motors reduces electricity use and noise.
Neighbours and noise
Outdoor units near flats — common above shops — need careful siting so noise at neighbours' windows stays low. We choose positions and quieter units with that in mind.
Types of premises we cover in Prestwich
- 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 Prestwich
How much does fan coil unit work cost in Prestwich?
In Prestwich, 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 Whitefield, Radcliffe and Salford?
Yes. Alongside Prestwich, we also cover Whitefield, Radcliffe and Salford. Each has its own page with local guide prices.
Which postcodes do you cover in Prestwich?
All of them, including M25. 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.
What is a fan coil unit?
A ceiling or wall unit that heats and cools a room by blowing air over coils fed with chilled and hot water from central plant.
Talk to us about your premises in Prestwich
The visit price is agreed before we book. We reply with a guide price or available dates.