Business Details
28 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted HVAC Partner in Ipswich
Established in 1998, Welch Refrigeration is a family-run business specialising in refrigeration, air conditioning, and ventilation solutions for commercial, industrial, and marine sectors. Our team of highly qualified engineers provides 24/7 emergency response and planned preventative maintenance, ensuring minimal disruption to clients' operations. With extensive experience across diverse industries, we prioritise client relationships and deliver tailored solutions to meet specific requirements. Our engineers hold F-gas certification and relevant health and safety qualifications, enabling swift site access and compliance with regulatory standards.We offer comprehensive services including design, installation, commissioning, and repair of temperature-controlled systems, alongside refrigerated trailer hire for temporary needs. Our commitment to environmental responsibility is demonstrated through energy-efficient solutions and regular maintenance advice. Based in Ipswich, we serve clients nationwide, combining technical expertise with a customer-centric approach to ensure long-term satisfaction.
Services
Commercial Refrigeration
Air Conditioning
Marine Systems
Cellar Cooling
Maintenance Packages
Refrigerated Trailers
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency response for critical system failures.
- Our engineers hold F-gas and City & Guilds certifications.
- Family-run business with 25+ years of industry experience.
- Nationwide service coverage across commercial and industrial sectors.
- Energy-efficient solutions to reduce operational costs.
Associations and certifications
- City & Guilds
What people say
24/7 emergency support
Highly skilled engineers
Energy-efficient solutions
Nationwide coverage
Tailored systems
Services
Commercial Refrigeration
We design and install modular cold rooms for hospitality, food suppliers, and healthcare providers. Our engineers conduct site surveys to determine precise requirements, using advanced software to select energy-efficient systems. Services include walk-in freezers, industrial drive-in rooms, and maintenance of existing units, ensuring year-round reliability for critical storage needs.
Air Conditioning
Our specialists provide bespoke air conditioning solutions for commercial premises and server rooms. We offer new installations, repairs, and planned maintenance with 24/7 emergency call-outs. All equipment complies with 0% VAT domestic regulations, and we provide free site visits to assess requirements and deliver competitive quotes.
Marine Refrigeration
We install and maintain refrigeration systems for reefer vessels, cruise ships, and offshore platforms. Our engineers have extensive experience working in UK ports and aboard vessels globally. Services include system upgrades, emergency repairs, and compliance with maritime refrigeration standards for various marine applications.
Cellar Cooling
Specialist cooling solutions for pubs, microbreweries, and wine cellars ensure optimal storage conditions. We provide system upgrades, ambient beer coolers to reduce energy costs by up to 40%, and 24/7 emergency repairs. Site assessments determine the most cost-effective equipment for each premises' specific requirements.
Planned Maintenance
Our maintenance packages eliminate unplanned downtime through regular inspections and servicing. Fixed-rate 3-5 year agreements include priority 24/7 engineer availability, detailed job reports after each visit, and compliance with F-gas regulations. Services cover commercial, industrial, and marine refrigeration systems with flexible scheduling options.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We work with hospitality, food processing, agriculture, retail, healthcare, and marine sectors across the UK.
Do you offer emergency services?
Yes, our 24/7 emergency call-out service addresses critical system failures with rapid engineer deployment.
Are your engineers certified?
All engineers hold F-gas certification and City & Guilds qualifications in refrigeration and air conditioning.
Can you help with energy efficiency?
We provide energy-saving solutions including ambient beer coolers and regular maintenance to reduce energy consumption.
Do you hire refrigerated trailers?
Yes, we offer chiller and freezer trailer hire with delivery/collection services for temporary cooling needs.
What areas do you cover?
Based in Ipswich, we provide services nationwide including Suffolk, Essex, Norfolk, and UK ports.
