Commercial Refrigeration London
Commercial refrigeration servicing keeps your equipment running safely, efficiently, and in compliance with UK food safety and F-Gas regulations. Our F-Gas certified engineers carry out servicing visits for London food businesses across all 32 boroughs, covering all types of commercial refrigeration from under-counter fridges to large cold rooms.
A professional servicing visit does more than clean your condenser. It confirms that your equipment is operating within safe temperature limits, that your refrigerant charge is correct and leak-free, and that your defrost system is functioning as designed. The written service record it produces satisfies the FSA food safety inspection requirement to demonstrate active maintenance of refrigeration equipment.
What a Commercial Refrigeration Service Includes
Our standard servicing visit covers the following checks and tasks across all refrigeration equipment on site.
Temperature Check and Verification
We measure and record actual temperatures in all refrigerated zones using calibrated probes. We compare readings against the required operating temperatures specified by FSA guidelines and the manufacturer. Any zones found outside specification are investigated and reported.
Condenser Cleaning
Condensercoils accumulate grease and dust in commercial kitchen environments. Blocked condensers are the primary cause of high operating temperatures and premature compressor failure. We clean all condensers using compressed air or foam cleaner appropriate to the unit design. Clean condensers reduce energy consumption by up to 10% and extend compressor life.
Refrigerant Check and F-Gas Leak Inspection
We check refrigerant levels and carry out an F-Gas leak inspection on all applicable units. Systems found to have lost refrigerant are reported, and the leak is investigated. Refrigerant top-up is carried out where required, with all F-Gas records completed in line with UK regulatory requirements.
Evaporator Inspection
We inspect the evaporator coil and fan assembly for ice build-up, fan blade damage, and coil damage. Excessive ice on the evaporator indicates a defrost system problem that requires investigation.
Door Seal and Gasket Check
Door seals are checked for wear, tears, and poor seating. Failed door seals cause significant energy loss and temperature instability. We replace worn seals during the service visit where we carry the correct seal in stock, or return with the correct part.
Electrical Safety Check
We carry out a visual electrical safety check on all accessible components including wiring connections, cable condition, and earth connections. We also check for signs of water ingress into electrical components.
Written Service Report
On completion of the visit, we produce a written service report covering all equipment checked, all measurements recorded, and any remedial recommendations. This report is emailed to you within 24 hours and is formatted for use as supporting documentation in your food safety management records.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should commercial refrigeration be serviced in London?
The British Refrigeration Association (BRA) recommends two service visits per year for food service operations. High-use equipment in busy London kitchens benefits from quarterly servicing. Our engineers confirm the recommended service frequency for your specific site during the initial visit.
Can I book a one-off service without a contract?
Yes. We offer one-off servicing visits with no requirement to commit to a maintenance contract. A one-off visit is a good option for businesses that have recently taken over a site and want to establish the current condition of the refrigeration equipment before deciding on a maintenance approach.
What is the difference between a service and a repair visit?
A servicing visit is planned and covers all preventative maintenance tasks across your refrigeration inventory. A repair visit is reactive, responding to a specific fault. Most London food businesses benefit from both: a planned servicing programme to reduce breakdown frequency, plus access to emergency repair cover for the faults that still occur despite good maintenance.
Book a commercial refrigeration servicing visit with our London team today.