Greater London · Extract fan repair and replacement
Extractor fan repair in Rotherhithe
Looking for extract fan repair in Rotherhithe? We diagnose first, fix the price and book the work around your hours, then sign off with a report and pictures.
- An extract that vibrates through the ductwork
- An overheating extract motor
- A whining or grinding extract motor
What the work involves, part by part
Belt-driven fans
With belts and pulleys, there’s more to wear. That means more to check, but often a simpler repair.
Impellers and housings
The impeller does the work of moving air through the system. Grease deposits unbalance it and make it shake.
Extract fan repair in Rotherhithe
Not every failed fan needs replacing. Sometimes cleaning the impeller or renewing worn parts is enough, and that’s what we’ll recommend. Where the motor has burnt out or the unit is past saving, a replacement suited to the system goes in. The work covers bearings, roof and wall fans and belts and pulleys, and common reasons people get in touch are a humming noise from the fan motor and vibration spreading from the fan into the ducts.
For a London kitchen, a failed extract fan typically means the cooking stops. Fans in Rotherhithe are often on a roof or in a basement at the end of a long duct run, so we ask about access first.
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.
- Where
- Rotherhithe (SE16, SE8, E1W)
- Region
- Greater London
- Paperwork
- Report and photos after the visit
- Price
- A fixed price before work begins
- When we work
- Nights, weekends or holidays to suit you
- Telephone
- 0345 646 2711
- Last updated
- 30 October 2026
Multi-site and managed buildings
We regularly work with managing agents. Tell us the site, the work and the access arrangements, and we’ll send a fixed quote.
From a single site to a large estate, the standard is the same: a survey first, a fixed quote, the work timed around the site and a report with pictures.
What extract fan repair cannot fix
Some problems need a different service or another trade:
- A greasy canopy and duct that a fan repair won’t touch
- Faults on the gas side of an interlock system, which need a Gas Safe registered engineer
- Odour complaints that need filtration rather than a fan repair
Not sure which it is? You can ring 0345 646 2711 or send us an email and we will tell you honestly.
What we work on in Rotherhithe
- Kitchen extract fans
- Roof and wall fans
- Belts and pulleys
- Fan housings
- Bearings
- Fan motors
The process
Everything the job needs comes with us, including protection sheets, the right tools and access kit. All we need from you is clear access and the right equipment switched off. The visit takes anything from an hour or two to a full visit, depending on the fault. Loading bays, visitor permits and roof access are the first things we ask about for a site in Rotherhithe.
- You describe the fault and we arrange a visit.
- We isolate the fan before touching it.
- We diagnose the fault, checking the controls as well as the fan.
- You get a fixed price for putting it right.
- We fix the fault and run the fan to check it.
Getting ready for the visit
- Make sure someone can let us in and lock up afterwards
- Let us know about parking and loading
- Mention any locked doors, roof access or ceiling voids
How to get a quote
Need a price for extract fan repair? Please call 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line with a few details about the site. We’ll explain what we’d do and send a fixed quote before you commit to anything.
Advice
Signs you need extract fan repair in Rotherhithe
Fan bearings do not last for ever, especially in a hot, greasy airstream. As they wear, you hear a whine or a rumble, and if they’re left they can seize.
If you notice any of these, it’s worth a diagnosis:
- A knocking noise from the extract fan
- Weak extraction and a smoky kitchen
- A fan shaking on its mountings
- A fan worn beyond sensible repair
For kitchens close to Canada Water station, a fan that stops mid-service needs fixing fast, and our emergency line runs 24/7.
What your quote should include
- If they look at the system before pricing
- Whether the price is fixed
- Whether a written report and photos are included
- Their accreditations, such as BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite, CHAS or SafeContractor
Fixed quotes for extract fan repair in Rotherhithe
You’ll get a fixed price before work begins. It takes into account:
- Working hours and out-of-hours timing
- The size of the system
- Where the site is and how we reach it
- How many systems or sites are involved
No two sites are the same, so we price each one individually. The size of the job, how we reach it, its condition and the working hours all play a part.
Helping us quote
To help us quote quickly, send us:
- Any previous report or certificate
- When the site is open and when it’s quiet
- Where the plant sits or the system leaves the building, such as a roof or outside wall
- A few general shots of the system
Quotes are quick. Call or email with a few details and you will typically have a fixed price within one working day. Where a survey is needed, we arrange a time that suits the site.
Keeping the system healthy
Here’s the after-treatment advice, in brief:
- Keep the area around the fan controls clear
- Keep all filters fitted while cooking
- Avoid lowering the speed to quieten a fault
- Save our number for the 24/7 emergency line
Once we are done, the extract is back in service. We clear up after ourselves and explain anything you need to know.
Noise is normally 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.
What extract fan repair looks like in Rotherhithe
Food Standards Agency data counts about 690 restaurants, cafés and works canteens and about 274 takeaways and sandwich shops within roughly a mile and a half of the centre of Rotherhithe. Those that cook under a canopy rely on a fan that runs every hour they’re open. Kitchens in Rotherhithe get their food hygiene inspections from Southwark council. Under food hygiene rules, a kitchen needs suitable and sufficient ventilation. That is one more reason not to keep cooking with a broken fan. In London, a fan on a roof or in a basement can take planning to reach, with parking and loading to arrange.
If you run a church or community hall kitchen, near Holy Trinity Church or elsewhere in Rotherhithe, an extract fan that rarely runs can seize or fail when it’s needed. Holidays are the time to replace a tired kitchen fan at schools such as Alfred Salter Primary School, rather than mid-term.
Rotherhithe is about 2 miles south-east of Whitechapel, in Greater London. We provide extract fan repair for commercial premises of every kind in Rotherhithe and the rest of Greater London. Our area takes in 764 places across Greater London, large and small.
Postcode districts we cover here for extract fan repair: SE16, SE8 and E1W. Local streets include Bush Road, Gomm Road and Swan Road, and we cover them all for extract fan repair. Being close to the A200, Rotherhithe is easy for our technicians to reach at any hour. Other places close to Rotherhithe include Surrey Quays (1 mile south), Surrey Canal (1 mile south), South Bermondsey (1 mile south-west), Millwall (1 mile south-east) and North Greenwich (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as City of Westminster (5 miles west), Marylebone (5 miles west), Kensington (7 miles west), St Pancras (4 miles north-west), Walthamstow (6 miles north) and Hoxton (3 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Rotherhithe
In Rotherhithe, that means kitchens and buildings near The Ship York pub, Bacon's College and Russia Dock Woodland and the streets around them. Rotherhithe has its own railway station: Canada Water station. Well-known places in the area include St Olave's Hospital (0.5 miles west) and Tower of London (1.6 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include St. James's Park Lake and Tower Hill.
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Your questions about extract fan repair in Rotherhithe
Who inspects food businesses in Rotherhithe?
Kitchens in Rotherhithe are inspected by Southwark council’s environmental health officers. Keeping the fan serviced is easier than explaining a broken one on inspection day.
Do you cover Rotherhithe for emergency fan repairs?
We run a 24/7 emergency line for failed extract fans, and Rotherhithe is part of our area. Phone 0345 646 2711 and we’ll talk through the fault and access. If you can, stop cooking until the fan is checked.
What about areas you cannot get to?
The report shows them clearly. Often the fix is extra access, such as new panels in ductwork, which we can install.
Is there a survey before the work?
Yes. We always survey first, either from photos and details you send or on a site visit. Then you get a fixed quote.
Is repair an option before replacing the whole fan?
We look at repairing it first. Where the motor has burnt out or the fan is worn out, replacing it can be the better answer and we will tell you the reasons.
What types of premises do you cover?
Any commercial site with kitchens or ventilation, from a small pub to a hospital. We work with hotels, schools, care homes, offices, retail and leisure sites.
What will a fan repair or replacement cost?
Every fan job is priced once we know the fault. A belt and a new fan are very different jobs so the first step is a diagnosis.
Are you insured?
Yes. We carry full insurance and have been trading since 2009.