Kent · Extract fan repair and replacement
Bapchild extract fan repair
Repair and replacement of kitchen extract fans, fan motors and worn fan parts for commercial sites in Bapchild and across Kent. CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001, and fully insured.
- Vibration spreading from the fan into the ducts
- Weak extraction and a smoky kitchen
- An old fan that needs replacing
When to call us in Bapchild
Some grease always slips past the filters and reaches the fan. Deposits gather on the blades, never quite evenly, so the fan runs out of balance and starts to vibrate and rattle.
If you notice any of these, it’s worth a diagnosis:
- Weak extraction and a smoky kitchen
- A dead fan motor
- A motor that trips out or overheats
- A knocking noise from the extract fan
If you run a church or community hall kitchen, near Church of St Nicholas or elsewhere in Bapchild, an extract fan that rarely runs can seize or fail when it’s needed.
Comparing quotes
- Whether the quote shows VAT
- Whether the figure could change on the day
- Whether the work can be done while the site is closed
- Proof of insurance
Extract fan repair for kitchens and businesses in Bapchild
We treat a failing fan much like a patient: we hear the symptoms, find the cause and put it right. What you want back is a fan that runs smoothly and a clear explanation of what was done. If you have a fan that whines, hums or grinds and weak extraction and a smoky kitchen, we can help, from fan housings, fan motors and belts and pulleys onwards.
Somewhere as small as Bapchild, a kitchen extract fan might serve a pub, a school, a care home or a hall kitchen. A failed fan stops the kitchen, and our 24/7 emergency line covers rural addresses too.
We’ve been trading since 2009, and we’re a BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite member, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease. CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001 are in place too, and we carry full insurance.
- Location
- Bapchild (ME9)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Paperwork
- Photo report after each visit
- Price
- A fixed quote up front
- Hours
- After hours by arrangement; emergencies any time
- Call
- 0345 646 2711
- Last updated
- 30 October 2026
Staff cleaning versus specialist work
Good housekeeping makes our visits easier, not unnecessary. Clean filters and tidy surfaces slow the build-up, but the parts you cannot see still need a specialist at the right interval.
In-house cleaning and specialist cleaning do different jobs. Wiping filters daily and washing them weekly keeps the visible parts in order, but they don’t reach the grease that builds up further in. That part needs specialist access and equipment.
What happens if it’s left?
Vibration does damage beyond the fan. It loosens fixings, strains duct connections and wears the housing, so a small repair can grow into a bigger one. In a place like Bapchild, ductwork and fans are easy to forget until something goes wrong.
The price reflects the work, not guesswork. That’s why we survey first, from photos or on site, and the price is agreed before work begins.
Why Bapchild businesses choose us
- CHAS and SafeContractor accredited, with ISO 9001
- A BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite member, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease
- Fully insured
- Each visit written up, with photos
Landlords, agents and facilities managers
Facilities teams in offices, schools and healthcare sites book us too across Kent. Work can be phased by floor, building or site to keep disruption down.
We regularly work with managing agents. Send the address, what’s needed and how access works, and we’ll send a fixed quote.
What affects the quote in Bapchild
Every site gets its own quote. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether several sites go on one quote
- The condition of the system
- Site requirements such as sign-in and permits
- Whether it’s a one-off visit or part of a schedule
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
Photos and a few facts are often enough to price the work. Send what you can of the following:
- Wide pictures of the system and the area around it
- Problems your staff have spotted
- The times we could work without disrupting the site
- Where the site is and what kind of site it is
Quotes are quick. Call or email with a few details and you’ll typically have a fixed price within one working day. If we need to see the system first, we book a survey around your hours.
What a clean will not put right
It’s worth knowing the limits before booking:
- Problems with the electrical supply to the fan (an electrician’s job)
- A greasy canopy and duct that a fan repair will not touch
- Problems with the gas supply or its interlock valve
Not sure which it is? You can call us on 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line and we will tell you honestly.
What the work covers
- Kitchen extract fans
- Belts and pulleys
- Bearings
- Roof and wall fans
- Fan housings
- Fan motors
Extract fans in Bapchild
It’s Swale council that sends environmental health officers to food businesses in Bapchild. Food premises are expected to have suitable and sufficient ventilation under food hygiene rules. A kitchen without a working fan has a problem to fix quickly. At about 39 miles from central London, Bapchild sits well inside the area we cover. Evening, overnight and weekend visits are all possible.
If you manage a school such as Rodmersham School and the kitchen fan is getting louder, the next break is the time to deal with it.
Bapchild is about 2 miles south-east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. If you need extract fan repair in Bapchild, please phone us on 0345 646 2711, or email photos for a fixed quote. We work across South East England and London, including Bapchild. 922 places in Kent are on our list, from busy centres to quieter spots. Maidstone is in our area too, about 11 miles from Bapchild.
Our technicians cover all of ME9 for extract fan repair and the streets around it. We also cover Rodmersham (1 mile north), Newbury (1 mile south), Rodmersham Green (1 mile west), Lynsted (1 mile east) and Highsted (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (11 miles west), Ashford (13 miles south), Canterbury (14 miles east), Whitstable (12 miles east), Faversham (5 miles east) and Minster (7 miles north).
Near you in Bapchild
Around Bapchild, our work takes us to kitchens and buildings near Cromers Wood, The Sittingbourne School and Black Lion Public House, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Teynham station, about 2.1 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Bayford Court (2.1 miles north-west) and Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (1.9 miles north-west).
Bapchild: your questions answered
Can you get to a site in Bapchild?
Yes, we work in villages as well as towns, and Bapchild is covered. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Can you work in Bapchild outside opening hours?
Yes, out-of-hours work is a big part of what we do. It means the site in Bapchild keeps running as normal. When you call us on 0345 646 2711, or send details by email, mention when the site is quiet.
Which sectors do you work in?
Commercial premises of every kind: kitchens, offices, schools, healthcare, retail, leisure and food production. We fit the work around how the site operates.
Where does the waste go?
Anything we remove is contained as we work and taken away with us, from grease and debris to used cleaning water. We do not leave it behind.
How long will the fan be out of action?
As a guide, it takes a few hours for most repairs, longer for a full fan replacement. Where parts need ordering, we will explain the timescale.
What causes a noisy extract fan?
There are several possible causes, including bearings, belts, grease and mounts. It’s worth having it diagnosed before it leads to a breakdown.
Do I get a report after the visit?
Yes. It’s your proof that the work was done: a written, dated record with pictures of what we did and anything we couldn’t access.
Will we have to shut during the visit?
Not normally. Visits are timed for when the area is closed, such as overnight or at a weekend, so the site can carry on as normal.
What we do, step by step
Your trading hours come first. Most visits are booked for when the area is out of use, such as evenings, overnight, early mornings or weekends. When the team arrives, the work area is protected and the relevant equipment is switched off to cool, and the job takes anything from an hour or two to a full visit, depending on the fault. Visits to a village like Bapchild are booked in advance, at a time that suits whoever runs the site.
- We start with the symptoms, such as rattling, humming, slow running or a fan that won’t start.
- With the fan safely isolated, we open it up for a proper look.
- Each part is checked in turn: motor, bearings, drive, impeller and fixings.
- We explain the fault and give you a fixed price for the fix.
- We fix or replace the fan, then test it running before we leave.
Getting ready for the visit
- Mention any parking or loading restrictions
- Clear loose items from the work area
- Plan for cooking equipment or plant to be off before we arrive
Getting a quote
Want a quote for extract fan repair? Please call 0345 646 2711 or email us and tell us about the site. We’ll talk you through the work and send you a fixed quote before anything is booked.