Oxfordshire · Extract fan repair and replacement
Extract fan repair and replacement in Swalcliffe, Oxfordshire
Extract fan repair in Swalcliffe from ventilation hygiene specialists trading since 2009. Evenings, overnight and weekends, plus a 24/7 emergency line.
- A knocking noise from the extract fan
- An extract fan that has stopped working
- An old fan that needs replacing
Extract fan repair in Swalcliffe
Grease is hard on extract fans. Deposits on the impeller throw it out of balance and the vibration wears out bearings and fixings. So when we repair extract fan, we look at the grease too and can arrange a TR19® clean of the whole system at the same time. The work covers fan motors, roof and wall fans and bearings, and common reasons people get in touch are a squealing belt on start-up and a failed fan that needs a replacement.
In a small place like Swalcliffe, fans are often on an outside wall or roof, open to wind and rain. That, with the grease, is hard on motors and bearings.
For insurers and inspectors, the record counts. So every job comes with a written report and photos, and grease extract cleans come with a TR19® certificate issued through the BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite portal.
- Location
- Swalcliffe (OX15)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Records
- Report and pictures after the visit
- Quotes
- Fixed quote, typically within a working day
- Hours
- When your site is closed, plus a 24/7 line
- Phone
- 0345 646 2711
- Page updated
- 30 October 2026
Extract fans in Swalcliffe
In Swalcliffe, food businesses are inspected by environmental health officers from Cherwell council. Food hygiene rules expect food premises to have suitable and sufficient ventilation. That makes a fan repair urgent rather than something to put off.
If you run a church or community hall kitchen, near Church of St Peter and St Paul or elsewhere in Swalcliffe, an extract fan that rarely runs can seize or fail when it’s needed.
Swalcliffe is about 5 miles west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. We provide extract fan repair for businesses, landlords and public buildings in Swalcliffe and the rest of Oxfordshire. Swalcliffe is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we work for extract fan repair. For sites nearby, see our Oxford page, about 22 miles away.
We cover every part of OX15 for extract fan repair and the streets around it. We cover sites on The Green, Bakers Lane and Brick Row and the roads around them. Close by, we work in Tadmarton (1 mile east), Burdrop (1 mile west), Sibford Ferris (1 mile west), Sibford Gower (2 miles west) and Shutford (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Banbury (5 miles east), Bure Park (15 miles south-east), Chipping Norton (8 miles south-west), Neithrop (4 miles north-east), Grimsbury (6 miles east) and Ruscote (4 miles north-east).
Near you in Swalcliffe
Typical jobs here are in premises near The Lampet Arms. A little further out are Bloxham Village Museum (3.5 miles south-east) and Broughton Castle (2.5 miles east). For a walk, there’s Crouch Hill and Woodford Bottom and Lamb's Pool.
Why it’s worth doing now in Swalcliffe
Left alone, vibration spreads its damage. Fixings work loose and joints in the ductwork can be strained, so a small repair can grow into a bigger one. A planned visit to Swalcliffe is easier to arrange than an emergency callout.
Working hours, access and the scale of the site all affect the cost. We take each of them into account and give you a fixed price before any work starts.
Why us?
- A written report with pictures after each visit
- We diagnose before we treat
- Fixed quotes from a survey or photos
- Trading since 2009
Take a look at what affects the cost and how to check a contractor.
Managing agents and facilities teams in Swalcliffe
For anyone managing more than one site, we can schedule visits across all of them on one quote. Each site gets its own report and photos, so records stay tidy.
When the building owner and the occupier are different, it’s worth checking the lease for who maintains the systems. We are happy to deal with either side and send the paperwork to whoever needs it.
Do you need extract fan repair in Swalcliffe?
Over the years, mountings loosen and rubber mounts break down. Then every vibration is passed into the duct and the building, which is where knocking and rattling often come from.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- A motor that trips out or overheats
- A fan that whines, hums or grinds
- An old fan that needs replacing
- Poor airflow at the canopy
Holidays are the time to replace a tired kitchen fan at schools such as Sibford School, rather than mid-term.
What your quote should include
- How VAT is shown on the quote
- Whether the whole system is included, or only the parts that are easy to reach
- Proof of insurance
- Whether they recommend a next date
Looking after it afterwards
No system stays clean for ever, but care slows the build-up. Our tips:
- Keep the area around the fan controls clear
- Write down when the fan misbehaves
- Do not cook with gaps in the filter bank
- Do not wait for a noisy fan to stop
Listen to the fan over the next few weeks. If anything changes, let us know, so it can be looked at before it grows.
A slipping belt or a loose mount is a small job. Left for months, they can damage the motor or bearings, so it’s worth acting early.
The process
The visit has three parts: getting the area ready, doing the work and signing it off. Getting ready means protecting surfaces and switching off what needs to be off, and the sign-off is a written report with pictures. Most of the time goes on the work itself, and that takes a few hours for most repairs, longer for a full fan replacement. If the van will struggle with a lane or gateway near Swalcliffe, let us know and we will plan around it.
- We start with the symptoms, such as rattling, humming, slow running or a fan that will not start.
- 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.
- Once the work is done, we run the fan and check it’s steady and quiet.
Getting ready for the visit
- Name a contact who can let us in at the agreed time
- Clear the space around the work
- Let us know how we reach the system, including roofs, risers and plant rooms
How to get a quote
We don’t publish a price list, because every site is different. We look at your system first, from photos or on a visit, and then send you a fixed quote. To start, give us a ring on 0345 646 2711, or email photos.
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Fixed quotes for extract fan repair in Swalcliffe
We quote each job individually. This is what makes a difference:
- Working hours and out-of-hours timing
- Whether we need access equipment or extra panels
- Parking and loading at the site
- How big the system is
What you pay reflects the actual work. That is why we survey first, from photos or on site, and why the quote is fixed before work begins.
What we need to know
When you contact us, these details help:
- Your opening hours and when the area is out of use
- Your last certificate, test record or report
- How we’d reach plant on a roof or in a plant room
- Close-ups of filters, grilles, hatches or access panels
Here’s what helps us quote: the address, the type of site and when it’s open, a few pictures and any previous report or certificate. Then ring 0345 646 2711, or send details by email.
Your questions about extract fan repair in Swalcliffe
Do you cover Swalcliffe for emergency fan repairs?
Our emergency line runs 24/7, and Swalcliffe is within the area we cover. Ring 0345 646 2711 at any hour and describe the fault. Details of the make and model help us plan the repair.
Do you work in villages like Swalcliffe?
Yes, we work in villages as well as towns, and Swalcliffe is covered. Photos of the system and directions to the site help us plan the visit.
Can you set up regular visits?
Yes. Regular plans can run on 3, 6 or 12-monthly cycles, depending on what the system needs.
Who has the legal duty for fire safety?
The law calls them the responsible person. It’s normally the employer, or whoever controls the building, and in shared buildings more than one person can have duties. Your lease and fire risk assessment should make it clear.
Can you repair a fan rather than replace it?
In many cases, yes. A clean, a new belt or new bearings can bring a fan back, and we will always say when repair makes sense.
What paperwork should we keep on file?
The reports and certificates from each visit, plus your own logs. They’re what an insurer, fire officer or EHO may ask for, so keep them together and easy to find.
Which accreditations do you hold?
Our accreditations are CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001, and we are a BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite member, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease. Vent Hygiene Elite is run by BESCA and independently audited.
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.
Different parts, different methods
Belt-driven fans
Belt drives have more moving parts than direct-drive fans. More parts to inspect, but many faults are straightforward to fix.
Direct-drive fans
Direct-drive fans are compact and common in kitchen extracts. If the motor has gone, a replacement unit is often the sensible option, and we will explain why.