If you need extractor fan servicing and maintenance in the Oakenshaw or Bradford area, why not get in touch with Quality Electrician. As fully NICEIC approved, you can rest assured that all electrical servicing and maintenance work is in line with industry regulations.
I have many years of experience conducting electrical services for homeowners across West Yorkshire and am known for my reputable services, friendly manner and excellent workmanship.
Why do extractor fans need servicing and maintenance?
Extractor fans play a crucial role in your bathroom and shower rooms. They maintain good air flow and improve ventilation, remove odours and remove excess moisture which is inevitable in those particular rooms.
If extractor fans are not serviced or maintained regularly, dust, pollen and dirt can block the fan, especially the blades. As bathroom and shower rooms are used constantly in any household, extractor fans do get quite dirty and very quickly. As a result, extractor fans fail to function efficiently although they continue to consume electricity every time they are turned on.
A dirty and clogged extractor fan can cause a number of problems. As an experienced domestic electrician, I’ve unfortunately seen the outcome of extractor fans which have not been serviced or maintained. I always recommend that extractor fans should be serviced and maintained regularly to avoid some of the following problems:
- Build up of dust, pollen and grime.
- Odour build up or lingering odours.
- Unusually noisy extractor fan.
- A more troublesome outcome is the build up of mould and mildew, this can be disastrous for those with a compromised immune system or breathing problems such as asthma.
Extractor fan maintenance and cleaning
The service I offer is to clean your extractor fan, test the airflow both before and after, and issue a ventilation certificate which will highlight any potential improvements you can make to your home's ventilation.
- Initially I would need to turn off all power to your home, I would do this by turning the power off at the fuse board.
- This in turn means power to the extractor fan is switched off or switching off the isolator switch if your extractor fan has one.
- Switching off power is essential for safety while I conduct any servicing and repairs.
- I recommend cleaning your fan between 6 months to a year, this is ideal to help keep an eye on the dirt build up. Failure to clean your fans will result in the performance of the fan dramatically dropping.
- I clean them using a small brush, turn off the power then hold the impeller still while you brush in and out to remove any dirt and dust.
The majority of extractor fan manufacturers provide a warranty when you purchase the extractor fan. Most warranties stipulate regular servicing or maintenance work should be conducted. Failure to carry out regular servicing could mean your warranty ends up being void.
Quality Electrician, extractor fan servicing and maintenance specialist in Oakenshaw, Bradford
If you live in Oakenshaw, Bradford, get in touch with me if you’re worried about the quality of your extractor fan. If you notice the extractor fan produces an unusual sound, fails to turn on when switched on or seems to be lacking power, you may have a build up of dirt and dust. You may find that the extractor fan needs an intensive service and regular maintenance thereafter to get in working at its optimum.
Give Quality Electrician a call today.
