Kent · Extract fan repair and replacement
Frittenden extract fan repair
Extract fan repair and replacement for commercial sites in Frittenden and across Kent. CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001, and fully insured.
- A motor that trips out or overheats
- A humming noise from the fan motor
- An extract that vibrates through the ductwork
Extract fan repair in Frittenden
Our engineers handle all sorts of fan faults in Frittenden, from a squeal at start-up to a fan that won’t run at all. The fault is diagnosed, quoted at a fixed price and put right or fit a replacement when it’s beyond repair. The work covers kitchen extract fans, roof and wall fans and bearings, and common reasons people get in touch are an extract that vibrates through the ductwork and a worn or slipping fan belt.
A callout to a small place like Frittenden goes better when we know what we are looking at: pictures of the fan, its rating plate and how to reach it all help.
Good records are part of the job. You get a written report with photos after every visit, listing what was done, anything we couldn’t reach and when the next visit is due. Keep it with your fire safety records so it’s to hand when an insurer or inspector asks.
- Place
- Frittenden (TN17)
- Region
- Kent
- Reporting
- Photo report after every visit
- Price
- A fixed price before any work starts
- Hours
- When your site is closed, plus a 24/7 line
- Call
- 0345 646 2711
- Last updated
- 30 October 2026
How the job changes from site to site
Impellers and housings
The impeller does the work of moving air through the system. Grease deposits unbalance it and make it shake.
Direct-drive fans
Direct-drive fans are compact and common in kitchen extracts. When the motor fails, replacing the whole fan unit can make more sense than repairing it, and we’ll explain why.
What your team can do, and what needs us
In-house cleaning and specialist cleaning do different jobs. A daily filter wipe and a weekly filter wash keep grease down at the front of the system, but they don’t reach the grease that builds up further in. Reaching it takes a specialist with the right equipment.
Staff cleaning does not replace a specialist visit; it supports it. Clean filters and tidy surfaces slow the build-up, but hidden parts of the system still need specialist attention.
Honest limits
We’d rather tell you now than book work that will not help, so these are the things it will not cover:
- An extract system that was undersized from the start
- Wiring and supply faults beyond the fan itself
- Odour complaints that need filtration rather than a fan repair
If in doubt, phone us on 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line and we will say what we think before booking.
Parts of the system we cover
- Fan motors
- Roof and wall fans
- Kitchen extract fans
- Fan housings
- Bearings
- Belts and pulleys
Towns and villages near Frittenden
Also in Frittenden
What happens on the day
We start by comparing what we find with the survey or your photos. If anything is different, we talk it through with the person on site before carrying on. From there, it takes an hour or two to diagnose, then longer if parts or a new fan are needed. For a village or hamlet like Frittenden, tell us about narrow lanes, gates and parking when you book.
- You describe the fault and we arrange a visit.
- On site, the fan is safely isolated.
- We diagnose the fault, checking the controls as well as the fan.
- A fixed quote for the repair or replacement follows.
- We fix the fault and run the fan to check it.
How to prepare
- Mention any sign-in, permit or induction we need
- Make sure someone can let us in and lock up afterwards
- Dig out any earlier paperwork for the system
Ask for a quote
Every quote begins with a look at the system, from your pictures and details or, where that is not enough, a survey on site. After that, you get a fixed price for the work so you know the cost before work begins.
Advice
Common problems we fix in Frittenden
Some faults are in the controls rather than the fan. Speed controllers, isolators and wiring can all fail so we check the controls before blaming the motor.
Common reasons sites call us include:
- An overheating extract motor
- A humming noise from the fan motor
- A fan running too slowly to clear the kitchen
- A fan rattling in its housing
Occasional-use kitchens, such as a hall kitchen near Church of St Mary or elsewhere in Frittenden, are where a stiff or seized fan can turn up.
Comparing quotes
- Whether VAT is included
- If the quote is a fixed price or an estimate
- Whether the quote is based on a survey or pictures
- Whether the work can be done while the site is closed
When a fan fails in Frittenden
Frittenden, about 39 miles from central London, is within our usual area. The visit is fixed around your opening hours, not ours. Kitchens in Frittenden get their food hygiene inspections from Tunbridge Wells council. Food premises are expected to have suitable and sufficient ventilation under food hygiene rules. Getting the fan running again is the priority.
If you manage a school such as Frittenden Church of England Primary School and the kitchen fan is getting louder, the next break is the time to deal with it.
Frittenden is about 9 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. For extract fan repair in and around Frittenden, please call us on 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line for a fixed quote. Our area covers London and the South East, including Frittenden. Frittenden is one of 922 towns, villages and districts in Kent we cover for extract fan repair. You can also see our page for Maidstone, about 9 miles away.
Here we cover the TN17 postcode area for extract fan repair. If you need extract fan repair at premises on The Street, Inglis Close and Parish Avenue or a nearby road, our technicians can take on the work. Other places close to Frittenden include Sinkhurst Green (1 mile north), Knox Bridge (1 mile west), Cranbrook Common (2 miles south-west), Sissinghurst (2 miles south-west) and Staplehurst (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (9 miles north), Ashford (12 miles east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles west), Tonbridge (14 miles west) and Kings Hill (12 miles north-west).
Near you in Frittenden
In Frittenden, that means kitchens and buildings near Bell And Jorrocks Public House. The nearest railway station is Headcorn station, about 2.5 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Sissinghurst Castle (1.7 miles south) and Benenden Hospital (3.8 miles south).
Between visits
Here’s the after-treatment advice, short and simple:
- Write down when the fan misbehaves
- Make sure the isolator and controls are easy to reach
- Save our number for the 24/7 emergency line
- Make sure the fan is cleaned with the rest of the system
Where parts need ordering, we explain what that means for the kitchen until we return. We then come back and fit them at a time that suits your service.
A 3, 6 or 12-monthly cleaning plan brings us back at set intervals, which means the fan is seen regularly and wear is caught earlier.
What happens if it’s left?
Vibration does damage beyond the fan. It loosens fixings, strains duct connections and wears the housing and the eventual repair is larger. Equipment tucked in a roof space or outbuilding near Frittenden rarely gets looked at unless someone books it.
We do not list prices on the website, because the cost depends on the site in front of us. Call for a fixed quote, and we’ll talk you through it.
Why choose Duct Doctor in Frittenden
- Evenings, overnight and weekends, plus 24/7 emergency callout
- We’re fully insured
- Accredited under CHAS and SafeContractor, with ISO 9001
- Fixed quotes, usually within one working day
Questions from Frittenden
Who would carry out a food hygiene inspection at a kitchen in Frittenden?
The local authority for Frittenden is Tunbridge Wells council, and its environmental health team does the inspecting. Inspections are risk-based, so a visit can come at any time, including the week a fan stops.
Can you work in Frittenden outside opening hours?
Yes, nights and weekends are routine for us. That way a site in Frittenden does not have to lose a day’s trading. Your opening times are the first thing we ask for.
Can you come out in an emergency?
Yes. If something urgent happens, like a fan failing or damage after a fire, call our 24/7 line and we’ll talk you through the next steps.
Can we book visits on a schedule?
Yes. Send details of the systems and how they’re used and we’ll propose a schedule with a fixed quote.
Do you cover Frittenden?
Yes. We work across Greater London, Surrey, Kent, Sussex, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Hertfordshire and Essex, Frittenden included.
What causes a noisy extract fan?
Noise typically comes from grease build-up, bearings, belts or loose fixings. Rattles, whines and grinding point to different faults and we find the exact cause on site.
What should go in our maintenance log?
Anything that proves the system is maintained: our reports and pictures, any certificates and your in-house logs. One maintenance log per site keeps it simple.
How long will the fan be out of action?
Most fan jobs take a few hours on site, depending on the fault and the access to the fan, including testing. We plan the work around your service wherever we can.