Brighton and Hove · Air handling unit cleaning
AHU Cleaning in Saltdean
Air handling unit cleaning for commercial sites in Saltdean and across Brighton and Hove. CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001, and fully insured.
- Drain trays holding standing water
- Filters that are clogged or overdue
- Debris and leaves in the fresh air intake
AHU cleaning for kitchens and businesses in Saltdean
We clean the parts of the unit where dirt and moisture gather: filters, coils, drain trays, fans and the internal panels. Every clean comes with a TR19® certificate and before and after pictures in a report. Typical jobs include fan sections that haven’t been cleaned in years and leaves and litter drawn into the unit, on drain trays, heating and cooling coils and supply and extract fans.
In a place like Saltdean, air handling units are often tucked into roof spaces or small plant rooms, out of sight and easy to overlook. Filters, coils and drain trays need attention whatever the size of the unit.
We are CHAS and SafeContractor accredited, we hold ISO 9001 and we’re fully insured. We are also a BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite member, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease, trading since 2009.
- Location
- Saltdean (BN2)
- Region
- Brighton and Hove
- Reporting
- Photo report after each visit
- Price
- A fixed quote up front
- Hours
- When your site is closed, plus a 24/7 line
- Call
- 0345 646 2711
- Reviewed
- 30 October 2026
Fixed quotes for AHU cleaning in Saltdean
We don’t publish a price list, because no two systems are the same. The quote depends on:
- The times the site is available
- Where the site is and how we reach it
- The condition we find in the survey
- Whether several sites go on one quote
Working hours, access and the scale of the site can all change the price. We take each of them into account, and the price is fixed before work begins.
What we need to know
What to send for a quote:
- Close-ups of filters, grilles, hatches or access panels
- Any symptoms, from odd noises to smells or leaks
- The times we could work without disrupting the site
- Where the plant sits or the system leaves the building, such as a roof or outside wall
For a fixed quote, phone us on 0345 646 2711 or email us with the site type, your trading hours and a short description of the system. Photos and the last report, if you have one, make the quote quicker. You’ll typically have a quote within one working day.
What the work involves, part by part
Filters
Filter condition tells you a lot about the rest of the unit. They’re photographed before and after for your records.
Fans and fan sections
Every bit of air passes the fan, so a dirty fan sends dirt downstream. We clean the impeller, housing and surrounding section.
How it works
We’re used to working while the site is closed. Evenings, nights and weekends are when much of our work happens, so a kitchen or building can carry on as usual the next day. On site, the work takes anything from half a day for one small unit to several shifts for a plant room full of them. Visits to a place like Saltdean are planned ahead, so we arrive with what the survey says the job needs.
- We look at the unit and the plant area during the survey.
- The area is protected and the unit made safe.
- Dirt and debris are removed from each section.
- Coils and trays are cleaned and the condensate drain cleared.
- The unit is closed up and handed back, with a report to follow.
Before we arrive
- Mention any sign-in, permit or induction we need
- Let us know when the site is closed or quiet
- Arrange a key holder or contact on site
Getting a quote
If you need AHU cleaning in Saltdean, call 0345 646 2711 or send us an email. Let us know the site type and the opening hours, plus photos or the previous report if they’re to hand. A fixed quote typically follows within one working day.
Advice
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Also in Saltdean
Common problems we fix in Saltdean
Cooling coils create condensation, and that water has to go somewhere. A blocked outlet or a badly sloped tray leaves standing water, and that’s where slime and odours start.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Stale or musty smells from the ventilation
- Dust built up on fan impellers
- Debris and leaves in the fresh air intake
- Air handling units due a clean after building work
If you run a surgery, dental practice or care home near Saltdean, clean ventilation matters as much to you as to a hospital like French Convalescent Home (about 3 miles west).
What to look for in a quote
- Whether the whole system is included, or only the parts that are easy to reach
- Whether a written report and pictures are included
- Proof of accreditation you can verify
- Whether the figure could change on the day
What AHU cleaning looks like in Saltdean
Food Standards Agency data includes about 9 schools, colleges and universities and about 14 hospitals, care homes and childcare premises across Saltdean and its immediate surroundings (about a mile and a half). Many buildings of this kind have supply and extract ductwork that gathers dust and needs inspecting. The nearest hospital to Saltdean is French Convalescent Home, about 3 miles west. Healthcare ventilation is a good example of why supply ducts need inspecting: the air goes straight to patients. We cover Saltdean, about 48 miles from central London, as part of our work across London and the South East. Evening, overnight and weekend visits are all possible.
Classrooms and halls at schools such as Saltdean Primary School are easiest to work in when pupils are away.
Saltdean is about 1 mile west of Telscombe, in Brighton and Hove. Whether your site is in the middle of Saltdean or further out, we cover AHU cleaning for every kind of premises, from small sites to large estates. Saltdean is one of 30 places in Brighton and Hove where we work for AHU cleaning.
AHU cleaning in BN2 follows the same survey, fixed quote and written report as everywhere else we cover. You will find streets such as Hill Road, School Lane and Lynwood Road, and we cover them all for AHU cleaning. If your site is just outside Saltdean, we cover East Saltdean (1 mile east), Rottingdean (1 mile north-west), Telscombe (1 mile east), Ovingdean (2 miles north-west) and Roedean (3 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Brighton (4 miles north-west), Brighton and Hove (7 miles west), Hove (6 miles west), Carlton Hill (4 miles west), Hanover (4 miles north-west) and West Hill (5 miles west).
Near you in Saltdean
Locally, jobs take us to businesses close to Beacon Hill, Queen Victoria pub and Longhill High School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Southease station, about 3.7 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find French Convalescent Home (3 miles west) and Brighton Motor Museum (3.5 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Beacon Hill Local Nature Reserve and Newmarket Hill.
Keeping the system healthy
To keep the system working properly between visits:
- Look at the condensate drain whenever the unit is serviced
- Make sure the unit’s access doors open easily
- Store the TR19 paperwork where auditors can find it
- Clear leaves and litter away from the intake
Keep filter changes on schedule between cleans, because good filters protect everything downstream. Log every change so it’s easy to see when the next is due.
Check drain trays and condensate drains during routine maintenance. A drain that is cleared early never gets to the slime stage.
What a clean will not put right
We will not sell you work that does not address the problem, so these are the things it will not cover:
- Coils that are corroded or leaking and need replacing
- Controls and BMS settings that run the unit
- A system that’s undersized for the building
If you are not sure, just call us on 0345 646 2711, or send details by email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
Parts of the system we cover
- Supply and extract fans
- Filter sections
- Drain trays
- Internal panels
- Dampers and louvres
- Heating and cooling coils
Questions from Saltdean
Can you clean school ventilation in Saltdean during the holidays?
Yes. Half-terms and the summer break are the natural time for school work. The FSA’s register shows about 9 schools and colleges with food registrations within roughly a mile and a half of Saltdean. Send us your term dates when you ring 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line, and we’ll fit the work in.
Do you cover smaller places like Saltdean?
Yes. Villages and rural sites across the South East are part of our work, Saltdean included. Photos of the system and directions to the site help us plan the visit.
How much notice do you need?
Earlier is better, especially for out-of-hours work. We usually quote within one working day, and emergencies are covered by our 24/7 line.
How often should an air handling unit be cleaned?
There’s no single answer; it comes down to the building and the unit. Regular inspection shows when it’s due, and the report recommends a next date.
What should I send you?
Only a few details: the address, the site type, your opening hours and how we reach the system. Photos and any previous paperwork make it quicker. Then call us on 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line.
How much does AHU cleaning cost in Saltdean?
It depends on the site, so we quote each one individually. For a quote, call 0345 646 2711 or send us an email and tell us about the site and its opening hours.
Are you fully insured?
Yes. We are fully insured, and the details are available on request.
Which sectors do you work in?
We work for restaurants, pubs, hotels, schools, colleges, hospitals, care homes, offices and shops, plus food production and leisure sites.
In-house cleaning or a specialist?
Logging matters as much as cleaning. A dated log of in-house cleaning and checks shows an inspector that the system is looked after between visits, alongside our reports.
Staff cleaning and specialist work aren’t the same thing. A daily filter wipe and a weekly filter wash keep grease down at the front of the system, but they do not reach the grease that builds up further in. Reaching it takes a specialist with the right equipment.