Hampshire · Extract fan repair and replacement
Extract fan repair and replacement in Lee, Hampshire
Extract fan repair for Lee, from a team that has been trading since 2009. Out-of-hours visits and 24/7 emergency callout.
- An old fan that needs replacing
- Poor airflow at the canopy
- A dead fan motor
About our extract fan repair in Lee
Our engineers handle all sorts of fan faults in Lee, from a squeal at start-up to a fan that will not 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 belts and pulleys, fan motors and kitchen extract fans, and people most often call us about an extract that vibrates through the ductwork and weak extraction and a smoky kitchen.
For a fan repair in or near Lee, the more you tell us about the fan, the better the first visit: a photo of the fan, the details on its label and the access arrangements help us plan.
We are CHAS and SafeContractor accredited, we hold ISO 9001 and we are fully insured. We are also a BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite member, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease, trading since 2009.
- Location
- Lee (SO51)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Records
- Written report with photos
- Quotes
- A fixed price before any work starts
- When we work
- When your site is closed, plus a 24/7 line
- Telephone
- 0345 646 2711
- Last updated
- 30 October 2026
Common questions in Lee
Can sea air affect extract fan repair in Lee?
It can. Being within about 3 miles of the sea means more corrosion on metalwork in Lee than inland. Outdoor metalwork near the sea is worth inspecting at every visit.
Do you work overnight in Lee?
Yes, nights and weekends are routine for us. The site is handed back ready to open. Let us know the hours you’re closed and we’ll book within them.
What do you do with what you remove?
Waste is contained during the work and removed when we leave, from grease and debris to used cleaning water. We don’t leave it behind.
Do you replace extract fans as well as repair them?
Yes. If repair isn’t sensible, we replace the fan. The replacement has to suit the ductwork and the cooking before recommending a unit.
What types of premises do you cover?
Any commercial site with kitchens or ventilation, from a single café to a large school. We work with hotels, schools, care homes, offices, retail and leisure sites.
What is TR19?
A BESA specification, with two parts that matter most here: TR19® Grease for kitchen extract systems and TR19® Air for general ventilation. It is not legislation, but it’s the standard people check against.
How much does an extract fan repair cost?
We cannot price it without knowing the fault. Once we’ve looked at it, you get a fixed quote for the repair or the replacement.
Will you tell us when the next visit is due?
Yes. The interval depends on how much the system is used and what we find, and we explain the reasoning on the report.
In-house cleaning or a specialist?
Some jobs should never be done in-house: entering ducts, working on fans, testing dampers and taking grease readings need training, the right equipment and safe access. Leave those to us.
In-house cleaning and specialist cleaning do different jobs. Wiping filters daily and washing them weekly keeps the visible parts in order, but they do not reach the grease that builds up further in. That part needs specialist access and equipment.
When something else is needed
We’ll always give you a straight diagnosis, so here’s what this work can’t put right:
- Problems with the electrical supply to the fan (an electrician’s job)
- A greasy canopy and duct that a fan repair won’t touch
- Odour complaints that need filtration rather than a fan repair
Not sure which it is? You can give us a ring on 0345 646 2711 or use the quote form and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Parts of the system we cover
- Kitchen extract fans
- Roof and wall fans
- Fan motors
- Belts and pulleys
- Fan housings
- Bearings
What happens on the day
At the end of the visit, someone from your team can look over the work with us. We point out anything that couldn’t be reached or needs a follow-up, and the same goes into the written report. The visit takes a few hours for most repairs, longer for a full fan replacement. Visits to a village like Lee 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 will not start.
- Power to the fan is isolated before we open the housing.
- We check the motor, bearings, drive, impeller and mountings.
- We explain the fault and give you a fixed price for the fix.
- Once the work is done, we run the fan and check it’s steady and quiet.
Getting ready for the visit
- Make sure someone can let us in and lock up afterwards
- Agree a time when the area can be out of use
- Clear loose items from the work area
Ask for a quote
Want a quote for extract fan repair? Please give us a ring on 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line with a few details about the site. We’ll talk you through the work and send you a fixed quote before you commit to anything.
Related advice
Keeping the system healthy
Aftercare is simple, and it helps at the next visit:
- Book regular TR19 cleaning, which includes the fan
- Write down when the fan misbehaves
- Make sure the isolator and controls are easy to reach
- Report new noises from the fan early
We run the fan and check it’s steady before we go. You will hear what we found and what we did along with anything else that needs watching.
The fan is part of every full TR19 clean. Keeping grease off the impeller is one of the simplest ways to protect it, so planned cleaning helps the fan last.
Other services in Lee
When to call us in Lee
Bearings wear out with heat and long hours. Worn bearings whine, rumble or grind and a seized bearing stops the fan.
Common reasons sites call us include:
- A knocking noise from the extract fan
- A motor that trips out or overheats
- A failed fan that needs a replacement
- A dead fan motor
If you run a church or community hall kitchen, near Church of St Boniface or elsewhere in Lee, an extract fan that rarely runs can seize or fail when it’s needed.
Before you book anyone
- Whether the figure could change on the day
- Whether a survey comes first
- Whether inaccessible sections are listed on the report
- When the next visit should be, and why
Extract fans in Lee
Sea air reaches Lee, which sits within about 3 miles of the coast. Rust and grease together wear a fan out sooner, and coastal air speeds up the rust. There are about 10 restaurants, cafés and canteens within about 1.5 miles of central Lee, according to the Food Standards Agency’s register. Those that cook under a canopy rely on a fan that runs every hour they’re open. It’s Test Valley council that sends environmental health officers to food businesses in Lee. Ventilation is part of food hygiene law, which expects it to be suitable and sufficient. Getting the fan running again is the priority.
If you run a school kitchen, at a school such as Oasis Academy Lord's Hill or nearby, a fan that’s getting noisy is best repaired in the holidays before it fails in term.
Lee is about 2 miles south of Romsey, in Hampshire. We carry out extract fan repair for businesses, landlords and public buildings in Lee and the rest of Hampshire. Lee is one of 683 towns, villages and districts in Hampshire we cover for commercial clients.
Postcode districts we cover here for extract fan repair: SO51. Streets in the area include Lee Lane and Lee Church Lane, and we cover them all for extract fan repair. Other places close to Lee include Ashfield (1 mile east), Toothill (1 mile east), Upton (1 mile south-east), Nursling (1 mile south-east) and Rownhams (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Winchester (10 miles north-east), Eastleigh (6 miles east), Fareham (15 miles south-east), Totton (3 miles south), Chandler's Ford (5 miles north-east) and Hedge End (9 miles east).
What’s near Lee
The nearest railway station is Romsey station, roughly 2.4 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include King Johns House (2.3 miles north) and Romsey Community Hospital (2.3 miles north). For a walk, there’s Testwood Lakes.
What happens if it’s left?
In kitchens with an interlocked gas supply, no extract can mean no cooking. Without extraction, the heat and fumes build up fast and fixing the fan early avoids a forced shutdown. Equipment tucked in a roof space or outbuilding near Lee rarely gets looked at unless someone books it.
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’re not sure what’s needed, ring 0345 646 2711 or send us an email and we will give you an honest view and a fixed quote.
Why Lee businesses choose us
- Out-of-hours work and a 24/7 emergency line
- Survey first, then a fixed quote
- Trading since 2009
- Photo reports with every job
Take a look at our cost guide or how to check a contractor.
Different parts, different methods
Direct-drive fans
An impeller coated in grease vibrates straight into the motor bearings. Sometimes a clean is all it needs as long as the bearings are still sound.
Fan controls
Every fan has controls, from a speed controller to an isolator. A control fault can leave the fan dead or stuck at one speed.