Practical guides on commercial refrigeration and AC
Written by our engineers for London restaurants, hotels and multi-site operators. Costs, contracts, fault guides — no fluff.
How Much Does Commercial Fridge Repair Cost in London?
Most repairs cost £120–£350. Full breakdown by fault type — condenser cleans, thermostat replacements, compressor failures — plus when to repair vs replace.
Read the guideWhat Is Included in a Refrigeration Maintenance Contract?
PPM visits, condenser cleans, F-Gas leak checks, priority callout and discounted labour — a plain-English breakdown of what a contract actually covers.
What to Do If Your Cold Room Breaks Down
Step-by-step guide for restaurant and hotel operators: immediate actions, stock protection, what to tell the engineer and how to prevent it happening again.
F-Gas Certification Explained
What F-Gas certification means, why it is a legal requirement for refrigerant handling, and how to check whether your contractor holds it.
AC Repair vs AC Replacement: Which Is Right for Your Business?
A practical guide for London businesses weighing up repair costs against replacement. Includes the 50% rule and what fault types tip the balance.
How Often Should a Commercial Cold Room Be Serviced?
Minimum twice a year — but high-use kitchens benefit from quarterly. What each service visit should cover and what happens when you skip it.
The True Cost of Not Having a Maintenance Contract
One emergency callout typically costs more than a month on a contract. A breakdown of reactive vs planned maintenance costs for London restaurants.
Commercial Fridge Breakdown: A Guide for Food-Service Operators
Safe observations, stock protection and fault records for restaurant and catering teams, plus how to prepare for a refrigeration repair visit.
Commercial AC Service and Maintenance: A Business Guide
Service frequency, visit scope, warning signs and safe staff checks for offices, shops, hotels and other business premises.
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