Kitchens, workshops and duct cleaning, Scottish Borders
Local exhaust ventilation (LEV) in the Scottish Borders
Fume, dust and mist extraction for workshops, with COSHH thorough examination and testing, across the Scottish Borders.
- From £185 + VAT per system
- Charged visit, price agreed first
Local exhaust ventilation (LEV) captures dust, fume, vapour or mist at the source, such as a welding bench, saw or spray booth, before workers breathe it in. We design and install LEV and arrange the thorough examination and test that COSHH requires at least every 14 months.
The Scottish Borders has every kind of building, from old terraces to new estates and business parks, and every job is designed around the building in front of us, not a standard kit.
LEV in the Scottish Borders at a glance
- Area
- Scottish Borders, Scotland
- Towns listed
- 2, largest Hawick
- Postcode districts
- TD4, TD9 and TD1
- Price region
- Scotland
- Survey
- Charged visit, price agreed first
How we do it
Under the COSHH Regulations, employers using LEV to control exposure must keep it maintained and have it thoroughly examined and tested, at least every 14 months under COSHH regulation 9 (more often for some processes), with records kept for at least five years. HSE guidance HSG258 sets out how LEV should be designed, commissioned and tested. We install extraction arms, hoods, booths, ductwork and fans, set them up to the capture velocities the process needs, and provide commissioning information and user checks so operators know the system is working day to day.
Thorough examination and test
Statutory testing with a written report.
Fume extraction arms
Articulated arms for welding and soldering benches.
Dust extraction
Woodworking, cutting and grinding extraction with filtration.
Guide prices in the Scottish Borders
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| LEV thorough examination and test with written report (per system) | £185–£380 + VAT |
| LEV design and install: extraction arm, booth or hood, ductwork and fan (per system) | £2,350–£8,600 + VAT |
Scotland rates shown. Prices exclude VAT. The fixed price is confirmed in writing after we have seen the job.
When to get it looked at
- No LEV test report in the last 14 months
- Visible dust or fume escaping the hood
- A new process or workstation
Rules in Scotland
Scottish workplaces follow COSHH and HSG258 for LEV, with testing at least every 14 months for most systems.
How the job runs
- Assess
- Design
- Install
- Commission
- Test
Towns we cover in the Scottish Borders
Questions about local exhaust ventilation (LEV) in the Scottish Borders
Is the survey free in the Scottish Borders?
This is a charged visit because it is servicing, testing or repair work. We tell you the cost before booking. Surveys for new installations on the UK mainland are free.
How often does LEV need testing?
Most LEV systems must be thoroughly examined and tested at least every 14 months under COSHH (more often for some processes), and records kept for at least five years.
How much does an LEV test cost?
An LEV thorough examination and test typically costs £195 to £395 per system excluding VAT, depending on the number of extraction points.
Which rules apply to ventilation in the Scottish Borders?
In Scotland, ventilation is covered by section 3 of the Building Standards Technical Handbooks. Private rented homes must meet the Repairing Standard, and workplaces must be ventilated under the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992.
Which towns in the Scottish Borders do you cover?
All of the Scottish Borders, including Galashiels and Hawick. If your town is not listed, send the postcode and we will confirm.
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