Kent · Extract fan repair and replacement
Old Wives Lees extract fan repair
Repair and replacement of kitchen extract fans, fan motors and worn fan parts for commercial sites in Old Wives Lees and across Kent. CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001, and fully insured.
- An old fan that needs replacing
- A worn or slipping fan belt
- A fan shaking on its mountings
How the job changes from site to site
Fan controls
Controls are checked as well as the fan itself, because a fan that won’t start isn’t always a failed motor.
Roof and wall-mounted fans
Fans outside are exposed to rain and condensation. Rust on fixings and housings is a frequent find.
Extract fan repair in Old Wives Lees, done properly
Our engineers handle all sorts of fan faults in Old Wives Lees, from rattling and humming to a fan that has stopped dead. We find the cause, give you a fixed price and fix it, or the fan is replaced if repair does not make sense. If you are dealing with vibration spreading from the fan into the ducts and a fan worn beyond sensible repair, we can help, from kitchen extract fans, belts and pulleys and bearings onwards.
In a village or hamlet like Old Wives Lees, the kitchens with extract fans are few, wherever there are any. When one fails, the cooking stops, and emergency callout is available 24/7, villages included.
It’s worth checking any contractor’s accreditations. We’re a BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite member, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease, and we hold CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001, with full insurance on top.
- Place
- Old Wives Lees (CT4)
- Region
- Kent
- Reporting
- Report and photos after the visit
- Quotes
- A fixed price before work begins
- Hours
- When your site is closed, plus a 24/7 line
- Call
- 0345 646 2711
- Last updated
- 30 October 2026
Why it’s worth doing now in Old Wives Lees
A fan that’s running slowly is not clearing the kitchen properly. The kitchen becomes an uncomfortable place to work and grease has more chance to settle on surfaces and in the duct. It’s worth booking a check, because nobody sees inside a duct day to day.
We do not list prices on the website, because each job is priced on what it involves. For a fixed quote, give us a ring on 0345 646 2711, or send details by email, and we’ll explain what it covers.
What you get with us
- Accredited under CHAS and SafeContractor, with ISO 9001
- Evenings, overnight and weekends, plus 24/7 emergency callout
- A single point of contact for sites across the South East and London
- Survey first, then a fixed quote
Take a look at what affects the cost or our accreditations and certificates.
Common problems we fix in Old Wives Lees
Any kitchen that cooks for long hours works its fan hard, in Old Wives Lees or anywhere else. On belt-driven fans, belts stretch, crack and start to slip and a slipping belt means slower fan speed and weaker extraction.
Common reasons sites call us include:
- A knocking noise from the extract fan
- A failed fan that needs a replacement
- A fan that whines, hums or grinds
- A fan that keeps cutting out
For a takeaway near Chilham station, a fan that fails on a busy evening means turning customers away, and our emergency line runs 24/7.
Comparing quotes
- When the next visit should be, and why
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether the whole system is included, or only the parts that are easy to reach
- Their accreditations, such as BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite, CHAS or SafeContractor
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Looking after it afterwards
After the visit, a few habits help the work last:
- Make sure staff know who to call if the fan fails
- Clean or change filters on schedule
- Tell us about a new rattle or whine right away
- Note when the fan trips or cuts out
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.
Regular TR19 cleaning includes the extract fan. Keeping grease off the impeller is one of the simplest ways to protect it, so planned cleaning helps the fan last.
Your questions about extract fan repair in Old Wives Lees
Can you get to a site in Old Wives Lees?
Yes, Old Wives Lees is part of our area, however small the site. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Can the work in Old Wives Lees be done at night or at weekends?
Yes. We work evenings, overnight and at weekends. Your customers, staff or residents in Old Wives Lees needn’t be disturbed. When you ring 0345 646 2711 or use the quote form, mention when the site is quiet.
Who is the responsible person?
The Fire Safety Order 2005 calls them the responsible person: normally the employer or whoever controls the premises. Landlords, facilities managers and managing agents can also hold responsibility.
Will I get paperwork for my records?
Yes. It’s the record insurers and inspectors ask to see: a dated report with photos, listing the work and any areas we couldn’t reach.
What is TR19?
TR19® is BESA’s specification for ventilation hygiene. Since 2019, TR19® Grease has been a standalone specification for grease in kitchen extract systems, while TR19® Air covers other supply and extract ductwork.
Can you look after several sites?
Yes. One number covers all your sites in our area, with visits on a regular schedule.
How long does an extract fan repair take?
A typical repair takes a few hours on site, depending on the fault and the access to the fan including running the fan afterwards. We plan the work around your service wherever we can.
Will you fit a new fan if ours cannot be repaired?
Yes. If repair isn’t sensible, we replace the fan. We check the duct size and the extract the kitchen needs before recommending a unit.
Honest limits
We will always give you a straight diagnosis, so here’s what extract fan repair won’t do:
- Gas interlock faults that a Gas Safe registered engineer must deal with
- Problems with the electrical supply to the fan (an electrician’s job)
- Smells from the discharge that need odour control equipment
If in doubt, call us on 0345 646 2711 or use the quote form and we’ll say what we think.
What the work covers
- Belts and pulleys
- Fan housings
- Bearings
- Fan motors
- Kitchen extract fans
- Roof and wall fans
What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we check the system against the survey or the pictures you sent. Anything unexpected is raised with you before we go further. From there, it takes a few hours for most repairs, longer for a full fan replacement. Pictures of the system and its access let us plan the work in Old Wives Lees before we set off.
- You describe the fault and we arrange a visit.
- On site, the fan is safely isolated.
- The fan and its controls are checked to pin down the fault.
- You get a fixed price for putting it right.
- The work is done and the fan is tested running.
Getting ready for the visit
- Make sure equipment near the work can be switched off and left to cool
- Mention any locked doors, roof access or ceiling voids
- Dig out any earlier paperwork for the system
Ask for a quote
For extract fan repair in Old Wives Lees, give us a ring on 0345 646 2711 or send us an email. Let us know the site type and the opening hours, and send pictures or your last report if you can. A fixed quote normally follows within one working day.
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What affects the cost of extract fan repair
We quote each job individually. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether several sites go on one quote
- Access, including roofs, risers and ceiling voids
- Whether it’s a one-off visit or part of a schedule
- How big the system is
Whatever the type of site, the quote works the same way: the size of the job, access, condition and working hours. Ask for a fixed quote and we’ll go through it with you.
Asking for a quote
A few details help us quote accurately. With your enquiry, please include:
- The site address and the type of premises
- Detail shots of panels, filters and grilles
- Your last certificate, test record or report
- When the site is open and when it’s quiet
Want a quote for extract fan repair? Please phone us on 0345 646 2711 or email us and tell us about the site. We’ll talk you through the work and give you a fixed quote before anything is booked.
Extract fan repair around Old Wives Lees
The FSA’s food hygiene register shows about 3 restaurants, cafés and works canteens in and around Old Wives Lees, up to about a mile and a half out. Those that cook under a canopy rely on a fan that runs every hour they’re open. About 49 miles out from central London, Old Wives Lees is part of the South East area we work across. A survey and a fixed quote come first, then the visit at a time that suits you. It’s Ashford council that sends environmental health officers to food businesses in Old Wives Lees. Food hygiene rules expect food premises to have suitable and sufficient ventilation. That is one more reason not to keep cooking with a broken fan.
A fan that rarely runs, like one in a hall kitchen near Church of St Mary or elsewhere in Old Wives Lees, can seize between uses.
Old Wives Lees is about 5 miles west of Canterbury, in Kent. We carry out extract fan repair for commercial premises of every kind in Old Wives Lees and the rest of Kent. 922 places in Kent are on our list, from busy centres to quieter spots. There’s also a page for Maidstone, about 19 miles away.
All of CT4 is within our area for extract fan repair, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover sites on Cherry Orchard, Cobbs Hill and Green Lane and nearby roads. Other places close to Old Wives Lees include Chilham (1 mile south), Mountain Street (1 mile south), Oversland (2 miles north), Neames Forstal (2 miles north-west) and Shottenden (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Ashford (9 miles south-west), Canterbury (5 miles east), Sittingbourne (12 miles north-west), Folkestone (15 miles south-east), Whitstable (7 miles north) and Faversham (5 miles north-west).
Around Old Wives Lees
Around Old Wives Lees, our work takes us to kitchens and buildings near Broadham Down and The Star Inn, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Chilham station, about 0.8 miles south-east. Nearby you’ll also find Chilham Castle (0.9 miles south-west) and Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (5.1 miles east). Not far away are Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.