FAQs

Q1. What does ICH stand for in Commercial Facilities Services UK?

ICH originally stood for Industrial & Commercial Heating, founded in 1992. Over time, as our services expanded into broader Commercial Facilities Services, the business became known simply as ICH. This means we now cover maintenance, M&E design and installation.

Q2. How long has ICH been trading in Facilities Maintenance and M&E Services?

We have been trading for over 30 years, providing expert Facilities Maintenance and M&E Services since 1992. During this time, we have grown steadily while maintaining our founding values of technical expertise and customer service, offering reliable Building Maintenance and M&E Solutions.

Q3. What geographic region do your National Facilities Support services cover?

Our National Facilities Support covers the entire UK, managing more than 5,600 sites for over 1,800 clients. This ensures businesses across the country receive consistent and reliable Commercial Facilities Services wherever they operate.

Q4. Where are your engineers based?

Our directly employed engineers are strategically located across the UK, supported by a trusted partner network. This ensures we can deliver both planned and reactive maintenance efficiently. In addition, it allows us to provide comprehensive National Facilities Support.

Q5. Do you offer emergency support through National Facilities Support?

Yes, our National Facilities Support includes fast-response reactive services. Also, we focus on first-time fixes to minimize downtime, keeping commercial properties operational with reliable Facilities Maintenance and M&E Services.

Q6. How many staff does ICH employ?

We directly employ around 120 staff, with access to an additional 450 engineers through our partner network. This ensures our Building Maintenance and M&E Solutions are delivered reliably across the UK.

Q7. Are your engineers multi-skilled?

Yes, our HVAC and electrical engineers are trained across multiple building systems. For specialist services, we use carefully selected contractors audited annually, ensuring all Commercial Building Services are consistently high quality.

Q8. What accreditations and certifications does ICH hold?

ICH holds ISO9001 (Quality), ISO14001 (Environmental), and ISO45001 (Health & Safety) certifications. Combined with industry accreditations across HVAC, electrical, and compliance, our Facilities Maintenance and M&E Services consistently deliver safe and reliable outcomes.

Q9. Why choose ICH over a larger FM provider for Commercial Facilities Services?

We combine specialist expertise with national coverage. Our self-delivered Commercial Facilities Services allow us to control quality directly and hold subcontractors to the same high standards, providing assurance many larger FM providers cannot.

Q10. How does ICH ensure compliance for clients?

Every service is delivered according to statutory requirements and industry best practices. Our CAFM system tracks all planned and reactive works, evidencing compliance, while enhanced reporting ensures National Facilities Support goes beyond minimum standards.

Q11. Can you support multi-site businesses across the UK?

Yes. Many of our clients operate large national estates. Our systems and teams are built to deliver consistent service, reporting and compliance across hundreds of sites.

Q12. Do you only work with large clients?

No. We work with businesses of all sizes, from single-site operators to national chains. Every client receives the same level of service and reporting, regardless of scale.

Q13. Can you provide bespoke service packages in Facilities Services?

Yes, we tailor service delivery to your specific needs, whether you require a single discipline or bundled Facilities Maintenance and M&E Services. Compliance is always fully covered, and our Building Maintenance and M&E Solutions ensure flexibility never compromises assurance.

Q14. What industries do you provide Commercial Facilities Services for?

We support manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, retail, hospitality, offices, healthcare, and more. Our approach adapts to each sector, ensuring reliable Commercial Facilities Services wherever compliance and operational continuity matter most.

Q15. Do you offer capex planning support?

Yes, using condition reporting based on CIBSE Guide M, we forecast asset life and provide long-term capex strategies. This proactive planning is part of our Building Maintenance and M&E Solutions, helping clients avoid unexpected costs.

Q16. How do you maintain quality across subcontractors?

All subcontractors are vetted and audited annually. They must meet ISO9001, ISO14001, and ISO45001 standards, ensuring all Facilities Services maintain consistent quality and accountability.

Q17. Are you the cheapest provider?

We do not aim to be the cheapest. Our planned Facilities Maintenance and M&E Services reduce long-term costs by lowering reactive breakdowns and extending asset life, delivering better value than price alone.

Q18. How do you measure performance in National Facilities Support?

We track performance through SLAs and KPIs within our CAFM system, providing clients full transparency. Regular reporting ensures accountability, while enhanced condition insights from our National Facilities Support add value beyond standard compliance.

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