West Sussex · Extract fan repair and replacement
Extract Fan Repair in Runcton
For extract fan repair in Runcton, one call is all it takes, from survey to sign-off. Fully insured, with CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001.
- An extract that vibrates through the ductwork
- A squealing belt on start-up
- A whining or grinding extract motor
About our extract fan repair in Runcton
Think of it as a check-up for the fan: listen to it, diagnose the fault, then treat it. What you want back is a fan that runs smoothly and a plain account of what we found. The work covers kitchen extract fans, fan motors and belts and pulleys, and people most often call us about a fan worn beyond sensible repair and a fan that whines, hums or grinds.
In a small place like Runcton, fans are often on an outside wall or roof, open to wind and rain. That, with the grease, is hard on motors and bearings.
It’s worth checking any contractor’s accreditations. Ours are BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite membership, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease, plus CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001, with full insurance on top.
- Location
- Runcton (PO20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Reporting
- Written report with photos
- Quotes
- Fixed quote, typically within a working day
- Working hours
- Nights, weekends or holidays to suit you
- Phone
- 0345 646 2711
- Checked
- 30 October 2026
Honest limits
Not every problem is solved by extract fan repair, and we will tell you before work begins. It doesn’t solve:
- A system that needs redesigning rather than repairing
- Gas interlock faults that a Gas Safe registered engineer must deal with
- Wiring and supply faults beyond the fan itself
Not sure which it is? You can ring 0345 646 2711 or email us and we’ll tell you honestly.
Parts of the system we cover
- Belts and pulleys
- Bearings
- Roof and wall fans
- Kitchen extract fans
- Fan housings
- Fan motors
Looking after it afterwards
Results last longer with the right care. We suggest:
- Report new noises from the fan early
- Don’t turn the fan down to hide a noise
- Write down when the fan misbehaves
- Keep the emergency number where staff can see it
Once we’re done, the extract is back in service. We leave the area tidy and talk you through what we found.
Small faults, like a worn belt, are quick to fix. Ignored, they can lead to bigger failures, so it’s worth acting early.
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What affects the quote in Runcton
A fixed price needs a few facts first. We check:
- The scale of the work
- Working hours and out-of-hours timing
- The number of sites or systems
- A single visit or a regular plan
We don’t list prices on the website, because the cost depends on the site in front of us. For a fixed quote, call us on 0345 646 2711, or send details by email, and we will talk you through it.
What to send for a quote
To help us quote quickly, send us:
- Your opening hours and when the area is out of use
- Any previous report or certificate
- Anything you’ve noticed, such as smells, noise, drips or poor airflow
- Close-ups of filters, grilles, hatches or access panels
Getting a quote does not take long. Send a few details and photos, and we usually reply with a fixed quote within one working day. If we need to see the system first, we book a survey around your hours.
When a fan fails in Runcton
Runcton is within about 3 miles of the coast. Motor mounts, bolts and housings on outdoor fans corrode faster close to the coast. Food Standards Agency records list about 8 restaurants, cafés and works canteens across Runcton and its immediate surroundings (about a mile and a half). For any of them with a canopy, the extract fan is what keeps the kitchen usable. Food hygiene inspections in Runcton are the job of Chichester council’s environmental health team. A kitchen with no working extract can fall short of the suitable and sufficient ventilation food hygiene rules expect. A kitchen without a working fan has a problem to fix quickly.
If you manage a school such as North Mundham Primary School and the kitchen fan is getting louder, the next break is the time to deal with it.
Runcton is about 2 miles south-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Across the PO20 area, we can take on extract fan repair. Our area takes in 371 places across West Sussex, large and small. Portsmouth is in our area too, about 14 miles from Runcton.
Work in PO20 is surveyed, quoted and booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your site is on Goodwood Gardens, Brookside and Lagness Road or anywhere close by, our technicians can take on the work. If your site is just outside Runcton, we cover North Mundham (1 mile west), Merston (1 mile north-east), Lagness (1 mile south-east), Hunston (1 mile west) and Portfield (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (15 miles east), Bognor Regis (3 miles south-east), Selsey (6 miles south), Littlehampton (9 miles east), Emsworth (9 miles west) and Rustington (10 miles east).
Landmarks near Runcton
Locally, jobs take us to businesses close to Chichester High School For Girls. Runcton’s nearest station is Chichester station, about 1.9 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Chichester Castle (2.1 miles north-west) and The Chichester City Museum (2 miles north-west).
Multi-site and managed buildings
Whether it’s one building or many, you get the same standard: the system surveyed, the price fixed, the visit fitted around trading and everything written up afterwards.
When the building owner and the occupier are different, the lease normally sets out who maintains what. We’re happy to deal with either side, and the report can go to both.
What we’re called out for in Runcton
Bearings wear out with heat and long hours. 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:
- An extract fan that rattles or knocks
- Poor airflow at the canopy
- A fan that whines, hums or grinds
- An old fan that needs replacing
Hall kitchens near The Parish Church of St Stephen, or anywhere around Runcton, often use their fans only now and then, and an idle fan can stick.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which accreditations they hold, and whether you can check them
- Whether inaccessible sections are listed on the report
- When they can work, and whether that is outside your opening hours
- When the next visit should be, and why
Why deal with it now?
A fan that’s running slowly isn’t 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. Systems in rural buildings are often out of sight and out of mind.
When the work has to happen, how we reach it and how big the site is all affect the cost. Each of those is built into the quote, and the price is fixed before any work starts.
Why book with us
- Ventilation hygiene specialists since 2009
- One contact for all your sites in London and the South East
- A written report with pictures after each visit
- Work around your opening hours, with 24/7 emergency cover
See our cost guide and our accreditations.
Runcton questions
Can you work in Runcton outside opening hours?
Yes, out-of-hours work is a big part of what we do. That way a site in Runcton does not have to lose a day’s trading. Just ring 0345 646 2711 or email us with your opening times and we will plan around them.
Does being near the coast affect extract fan repair in Runcton?
It can. Runcton is within about 3 miles of the coast, and salt air speeds up corrosion. Rooftop fans, discharge cowls and fixings are checked for corrosion as well as grease.
Are you accredited?
We are a BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite member, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease. We also hold CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001, and we are fully insured.
Is TR19 cleaning required by law?
No. The law sets the duty; TR19® is the benchmark used to show it’s met. Under the Fire Safety Order 2005, the responsible person must reduce fire risk, and many insurers can refuse or reduce a claim without proof of cleaning.
Does a faulty extract fan always need replacing?
We look at repairing it first. If the fan is past saving, a replacement may be more sensible and we will tell you the reasons.
Will we have to shut during the visit?
Not typically. Booking the work out of hours means the site can carry on as normal. Bigger sites can be done in stages to keep things running.
Do you replace extract fans as well as repair them?
Yes. We fit replacement fans as well as repairing old ones and we’ll talk you through what’s involved.
What is TR19?
It’s the industry benchmark for cleaning ventilation and kitchen extract systems, written by BESA. It sets out inspection, cleaning and record keeping and expects a risk-based approach.
What happens on the day
A visit follows the same order every time: protect the area, make the system safe, do the work, tidy up and leave you the report. On site, the work takes an hour or two to diagnose, then longer if parts or a new fan are needed. Photos of the system and how to reach it help us plan a visit to Runcton.
- We ask what the fan is doing, from noise and vibration to a full stop.
- The fan is isolated and opened up so we can see inside.
- The impeller, bearings, belts or drive, motor and mounts are all inspected.
- We explain the fault and give you a fixed price for the fix.
- The repair or replacement is carried out and the fan is run and checked.
Getting ready for the visit
- Move anything stored near the system
- Mention any locked doors, roof access or ceiling voids
- Plan for cooking equipment or plant to be off before we arrive
Get a fixed quote
Photos are the quickest way to a quote: wide shots of the system, close-ups of anything that worries you and how we’d get to it. Add the site type and your opening hours, and we can price many jobs without a visit.