Medway · Air handling unit cleaning
AHU Cleaning in Borstal
AHU cleaning for Borstal and the surrounding area: diagnosis first, then a fixed quote, the work and a report with photos. Ask us for a fixed quote.
- Intake sections clogged with outdoor debris
- Air handling units with blocked filters
- Dirty fans and fan housings
AHU cleaning in Borstal, done properly
A cooling coil drips condensate into a tray that should drain away. When the drain blocks, water sits there and the tray turns slimy, in the airstream that feeds the building. Cleaning and clearing it is a key part of the job. The work covers drain trays, internal panels and dampers and louvres, and the jobs we see most are odours coming through the supply air and leaves and litter drawn into the unit.
In a place like Borstal, air handling units are often tucked into roof spaces or small plant rooms, where they’re easy to forget. Every unit, large or small, has filters, coils and a drain tray to keep clean.
For insurers and inspectors, the record counts. So every job comes with a written report and pictures, and grease extract cleans come with a TR19® certificate issued through the BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite portal.
- Place
- Borstal (ME1, ME2)
- Wider area
- Medway
- Reporting
- Written report with pictures
- Quote
- A fixed quote up front
- When we work
- Overnight and weekend work, 24/7 emergency callout
- Phone
- 0345 646 2711
- Last updated
- 30 October 2026
What staff can safely do
Keep a record of what your team does. A simple log of filter washes, wipe-downs and checks helps show that the system is managed between specialist visits, next to our reports.
For ventilation and air handling systems, in-house care is mostly about checks: keeping grilles clear, noting unusual noise or smells and logging filter changes. The inside of ducts and units needs a specialist.
Between visits
So the system stays in good health:
- Keep the area around the fresh air intake clear
- Watch for drips or damp patches near the plant
- Check the drain tray is emptying during routine visits
- Diary the inspection date recommended in the report
When we have closed the unit up, it can be restarted with your site team. Keep an eye on the condensate drain over the next few days to confirm water is draining away.
Have the unit inspected regularly, in line with the risk-based approach of TR19® Air, rather than waiting for a problem.
Leave it or put it right?
Facilities teams are often asked for evidence that the ventilation is looked after. Our certificate and photo report give you clear evidence, ready to show anyone who asks. Booking ahead lets us plan the trip to Borstal at a time that suits you.
Putting the work off seldom saves money. Build-up, wear and faults tend to get worse, not better, and a neglected system can mean more work. If you are not sure what’s needed, call 0345 646 2711 or email us and we’ll give you an honest view and a fixed quote.
Why us?
- A written report with photos after each visit
- We are fully insured
- CHAS and SafeContractor accredited, with ISO 9001
- Survey first, then a fixed quote
Read our cost guide and our accreditations.
Borstal: your questions answered
Can you come to Borstal after we close?
Yes, out-of-hours work is a big part of what we do. It means the site in Borstal keeps running as normal. When you call 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line, mention when the site is quiet.
Is Borstal within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. The journey is planned ahead, so a few details about the route help.
What if parts of the system cannot be reached?
They’re marked on the report. Often the fix is extra access, such as new panels in ductwork, which we can install.
What does TR19 mean?
It’s the industry benchmark for cleaning ventilation and kitchen extract systems, written by BESA. It covers how systems are inspected, cleaned and checked and expects a risk-based approach.
How long will the unit be out of action?
Typically the clean takes a single shift for a typical unit, longer for large or heavily soiled ones. We plan the shutdown around that, including evenings or weekends.
Do you work with multi-site operators?
Yes. Send the list of sites and the work at each and we will quote them together.
Is there a report after cleaning?
Yes. You get a TR19® certificate plus before and after pictures. Keep them in the maintenance log.
Do you survey before quoting?
Yes. Every job is surveyed first, from your pictures and details, or with a visit where necessary. A fixed quote follows.
What we do, step by step
Your staff don’t need to do much on the day. A contact on site lets us in at the agreed time and points us to the system, and the rest is down to us. Before we leave, the area is tidied and the paperwork follows. Tell us about any gates, ladders or locked plant areas at your site near Borstal when you book.
- First the unit is surveyed, from pictures or a visit, and the scope agreed.
- We arrange the shutdown with your staff and sheet the area.
- We clean or change the filters as agreed, then clean the coils, fan and internal panels.
- We clean out the drain tray and make sure it drains.
- We close up the unit and send the certificate and before and after photos.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any parking or loading restrictions
- Plan for cooking equipment or plant to be off before we arrive
- Make sure someone can let us in and lock up afterwards
How to get a quote
Quotes are quick. Send a few details and pictures, and we normally reply with a fixed quote within one working day. Where a survey is needed, we arrange a time that suits the site.
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What a clean will not put right
A few issues sit outside what this work can do:
- Building management system faults
- Leaking heating or cooling coils
- Dirty ducts beyond the unit itself
Not sure which it is? You can ring 0345 646 2711, or email photos and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Where we work
- Supply and extract fans
- Drain trays
- Heating and cooling coils
- Dampers and louvres
- Filter sections
- Internal panels
What AHU cleaning looks like in Borstal
There are about 13 schools, colleges and universities, about 19 caring premises (care homes, nurseries and hospitals) and about 4 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses on the FSA’s food hygiene register across Borstal and its immediate surroundings (about a mile and a half). Where buildings like these have air handling units, filters, coils and drain trays need regular attention. St. Catherine's Hospital is the nearest hospital, about 1.1 miles north-east of Borstal. Healthcare buildings depend on clean supply and extract ventilation, and the same applies to surgeries, clinics and care homes. Borstal, about 26 miles from central London, is within our usual area. Evening, overnight and weekend visits are all possible.
If you run a surgery, dental practice or care home near Borstal, clean ventilation matters as much to you as to a hospital like St. Catherine's Hospital (about 1.1 miles north-east). Wherever a school like St William of Perth Roman Catholic Primary School has ducted ventilation, a half-term visit keeps the work out of lesson time.
Borstal is about 1 mile south-west of Rochester, in Medway. For AHU cleaning in and around Borstal, please give us a ring on 0345 646 2711, or send details by email for a fixed quote. We work across South East England and London, Borstal included. Our Medway coverage runs to 68 places, and Borstal is one of them. You can also see our page for Maidstone, about 8 miles away.
We work across ME1 and ME2 for AHU cleaning and the streets around it. If you need AHU cleaning at premises on Hill Road, Manor Lane and Mount Road or a nearby road, we can help. Main roads around Borstal include the M2, which makes travel easy for AHU cleaning. Other places close to Borstal include Rochester (1 mile north-east), Strood (1 mile north), Cuxton (1 mile west), North Halling (2 miles west) and Wouldham (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Gillingham (4 miles east), Rainham (5 miles east), Park Wood (5 miles east), Lordswood (4 miles south-east), Twydall (4 miles east) and Hoo St Werburgh (5 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Borstal
In Borstal, that means kitchens and buildings near Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School, Former Ordnance Store At Chatham Gun Wharf and St John Fisher RC Comprehensive School, among other places. The closest station to Borstal is Cuxton station, about 1 mile west. Well-known places in the area include Six Poor Travellers House (1.3 miles north-east) and Rochester Castle (1.3 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Blue Bell Hill and Ranscombe Farm.
How the job changes from site to site
Filters
Dirty filters cut airflow and let dirt slip past their frames. The filter section is cleaned so new or cleaned filters sit properly.
Rooftop and plant room units
Smaller units in ceiling voids are part of the work as well. We protect the area below before opening them.
Fixed quotes for AHU cleaning in Borstal
The price is fixed before any work begins. It takes into account:
- Any permits to work or inductions
- Whether several sites go on one quote
- Whether we need access equipment or extra panels
- The size of the system
Every site is different, so we price each one individually. The size of the job, how we reach it, its condition and the working hours all make a difference.
What to send for a quote
You do not need the technical terms. It helps if you can send:
- Close-ups of filters, grilles, hatches or access panels
- The site address and the type of premises
- Any symptoms, from odd noises to smells or leaks
- The roof, plant room or outside wall the system runs to
Want a quote for AHU cleaning? Please call us on 0345 646 2711 or email us with a few details about the site. We will explain what we’d do and send a fixed quote before you commit to anything.