Updated 25 September 2026
Extractor fan cost UK 2026
The going rate for extractor fan in 2026 is new fan with ducting: £250–£350/fan (total, ex VAT). Below: a calculator, what the job involves, materials at three price levels, and the prep that changes the price.
Market band£250–£350/fan
Worked example, 1 fan£212
Time on site2 h
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Market band source: Checkatrade.
What the job involves
| Stage | Task | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| work | Fit and wire extractor fan | 2 h per fan |
Materials at three price levels
| Material | Budget | Trade choice | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bathroom extractor fan each | £40 Xpelair VX100S 100mm (4") Axial Bathroom Extractor Fan White 220-240V — Basic axial fan | £70 Timer or humidistat axial fan — Checkatrade: bathroom units average £75 (£60–£90) | £110 Quiet inline or low-energy continuous fan — Quieter, meets Part F in awkward rooms |
Trade prices ex VAT, estimates checked 2026-09-25. Log your receipts in Grafto and your own prices replace these.
What changes the price
- Replacing a fan, or a new one? replace existing fan · new fan with ducting big effect
Good practice
- New fan: core the wall or duct to a roof tile vent
Prep to look for
| Condition | Check | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| No RCD protection | board with no test button | RCD protection or consumer unit upgrade, if required £400–£700. No RCD protection: needed before adding to circuits |
Questions
How much does extractor fan cost in the UK in 2026?
The researched market band is new fan with ducting: £250–£350/fan (total, ex VAT), from Checkatrade. A worked example of 1 fan comes to about £172–£265 across budget, trade and premium materials.
How long does extractor fan take?
The worked example of 1 fan takes about 2 hours.
What changes the price of extractor fan?
Mainly replacing a fan, or a new one, plus any prep found on site: no rcd protection.