West Sussex · Extract fan repair and replacement
Extract fan repair and replacement in Mackerel's Common, West Sussex
Extract fan repair and replacement in Mackerel's Common, surveyed first and signed off with a written report and photos. Call for a fixed quote.
- An extract fan that has stopped working
- A fan that whines, hums or grinds
- A fan rattling in its housing
How we handle extract fan repair in Mackerel's Common
Everything a kitchen extract does depends on the fan. When it starts to rattle, hum or slow down, the kitchen gets hot and smoky very quickly. We find out why and put it right, by repairing the fan or replacing it. The work covers kitchen extract fans, fan housings and belts and pulleys, and common reasons people get in touch are an extract that vibrates through the ductwork and a whining or grinding extract motor.
A callout to a small place like Mackerel's Common goes better when we know what we are looking at: a photo of the fan, the details on its label and the access arrangements help us plan.
The paperwork matters as much as the work. You get a written report with pictures after every visit, covering the work done, any areas we couldn’t access and a recommended next date. Keep it with your fire safety records so it’s to hand when an insurer or inspector asks.
- Place
- Mackerel's Common (RH14)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Paperwork
- Report and photos after the visit
- Quote
- A fixed quote up front
- Working hours
- After hours by arrangement; emergencies any time
- Phone
- 0345 646 2711
- Checked
- 30 October 2026
Aftercare tips
Once we’ve finished, these simple steps help:
- Keep access to the fan controls unobstructed
- Keep all filters fitted while cooking
- Make sure the fan is cleaned with the rest of the system
- Get a noisy fan checked rather than slowed down
Before we leave, the fan is run and checked. You’ll hear what we found and what we did, and anything else we noticed is pointed out.
Noise is typically the first sign of a fan problem. Booking a check at this stage keeps it a planned job instead of a breakdown at the worst moment.
When something else is needed
In fairness, there are a few things this work will not fix:
- Problems with the gas supply or its interlock valve
- Faults in the building’s electrical supply, which need an electrician
- Ductwork designed too small for the kitchen’s cooking
If you are not sure, just phone us on 0345 646 2711 or use the quote form and we will give you a straight answer.
Parts of the system we cover
- Fan housings
- Fan motors
- Kitchen extract fans
- Bearings
- Belts and pulleys
- Roof and wall fans
Nearby places to Mackerel's Common
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How it works
The visit has three parts: set-up, the treatment itself and the sign-off. Set-up means sheeting and making equipment safe, while signing off means the written report and photos. Most of the time goes on the work itself, which takes an hour or two to diagnose, then longer if parts or a new fan are needed. A few photos of the system help us make the most of a visit to a place like Mackerel's Common.
- You describe the fault and we arrange a visit.
- We isolate the fan before touching it.
- The fan and its controls are checked to pin down the fault.
- A fixed quote for the repair or replacement follows.
- We fix the fault and run the fan to check it.
How to prepare
- Make sure equipment near the work can be switched off and left to cool
- Make sure someone can let us in and lock up afterwards
- Mention any sign-in, permit or induction we need
Get a fixed quote
For extract fan repair in Mackerel's Common, ring 0345 646 2711 or use the quote form. Let us know the site type and the opening hours, and send photos or your last report if you can. A fixed quote typically follows within one working day.
Advice
How we price extract fan repair
There’s no set price list, because sites vary so much. What we look at:
- What state the system is in
- Where the site is and how we reach it
- The number of sites or systems
- How big the system is
The cost depends on how big the system is, the condition it’s in and how easy it is to reach. You get a fixed price before any work starts, so there are no surprises.
Helping us quote
When you contact us, these details help:
- Any previous report or certificate
- Anything you’ve noticed, such as smells, noise, drips or poor airflow
- Photos showing the whole system and its surroundings
- The site address and the type of premises
We do not publish a price list, because every site is different. Instead, we look at your site first, from pictures or a survey, and then give you a fixed quote. To get going, call 0345 646 2711, or email photos.
Extract fan repair in Mackerel's Common: local notes
Kitchens in Mackerel's Common get their food hygiene inspections from Chichester council. Under food hygiene rules, a kitchen needs suitable and sufficient ventilation. That makes a fan repair urgent rather than something to put off. Mackerel's Common is about 37 miles from central London, well within the area we cover across London and the South East. We work evenings, overnight and at weekends, so the visit fits around the site.
A fan that rarely runs, like one in a hall kitchen near The Parish Church of St John the Baptist or elsewhere in Mackerel's Common, can seize between uses.
Mackerel's Common is about 10 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. We provide extract fan repair for businesses, landlords and public buildings in Mackerel's Common and the rest of West Sussex. 371 places in West Sussex are on our list, large and small. Our Guildford page covers sites nearby, about 14 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here for extract fan repair: RH14. We also cover the places around Mackerel's Common: Kirdford (1 mile south), Plaistow (2 miles north), Ifold (2 miles north), Balls Cross (2 miles south-west) and Wisborough Green (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Horsham (10 miles east), Broadfield (15 miles east), Storrington (9 miles south-east), Billingshurst (5 miles east), Bewbush (15 miles east) and Angmering (15 miles south).
Around Mackerel's Common
The nearest railway station is Billingshurst station, about 4.8 miles south-east. Open spaces near Mackerel's Common include The Mens and Shillinglee Lake.
What your team can do, and what needs us
Good housekeeping makes our visits easier, not unnecessary. Clean filters and tidy surfaces slow the build-up, but hidden parts of the system still need specialist attention.
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.
What we’re called out for in Mackerel's Common
In Mackerel's Common, as anywhere, long cooking days mean long hours for the fan. Belts on a belt-driven fan stretch and wear and a slipping belt means slower fan speed and weaker extraction.
These are the problems we see most often:
- A fan rattling in its housing
- An overheating extract motor
- A fan shaking on its mountings
- An old fan that needs replacing
Around Mackerel's Common, a failed fan can be reported day or night on our 24/7 line.
What to look for in a quote
- What’s included in the scope, part by part
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether a survey comes first
- How they set the interval to the next visit
What the work involves, part by part
Motors and bearings
An overheating motor is a warning sign. It may be straining against blocked filters or ducts, or the motor itself may be failing.
Roof and wall-mounted fans
Many kitchen extract fans sit on a roof or an outside wall. Access affects how long a repair takes and we plan around it.
Questions from Mackerel's Common
Do you work in villages like Mackerel's Common?
Yes. Villages and rural sites across the South East are part of our work, Mackerel's Common included. A survey first, from pictures or a visit, means we arrive with the right kit.
Do you cover Mackerel's Common for emergency fan repairs?
Day or night, a failed fan in Mackerel's Common can be reported on our emergency line. The number to ring is 0345 646 2711. Tell us where the fan is and how to reach it.
Can you repair a fan rather than replace it?
Often, yes. A clean, a new belt or new bearings can bring a fan back and we only recommend replacement when repair does not make sense.
Do you look at the system first?
Yes, always. Diagnosis comes before treatment: the survey shows what needs doing and what access we need, and the quote is based on that.
What causes a noisy extract fan?
It can be one of a few things, including bearings, belts, grease and mounts. The safest step is a proper diagnosis before it leads to a breakdown.
Will I get paperwork for my records?
Yes, on every job. The report is dated and includes photos, and TR19® Grease cleans come with a certificate through the BESCA VHE portal. File it with your fire safety records.
What should go in our maintenance log?
Every certificate and report from each visit, filed in the maintenance log, along with your own cleaning log. BESA advises that certificates record the date, location and technician.
Do you replace extract fans as well as repair them?
We do. A replacement is matched to the system it’s going into, and you get a fixed quote first.