National Planned Maintenance Services for Public Sector Estates
Reliable, compliant and cost-effective building services for public sector properties across the UK – helping you maintain essential environments, safely and professionally.
Expert M&E Services for the Public Sector
At JCW, we deliver planned maintenance, compliance support and installation services for a wide range of public sector environments, including schools, healthcare sites, civic buildings and multi-purpose local authority estates. We understand that no two properties are the same and our solutions are designed to adapt to the operational needs, budgets and building uses unique to the public sector.
With engineers operating across England, Scotland and Wales and support teams based regionally, we have decades of experience working with central government departments, local authorities, NHS trusts, academies and universities. We know how to work within active, sensitive environments, whether that means delivering services with minimal disruption, aligning with safeguarding protocols, or helping estate teams meet strict compliance deadlines.
From energy efficiency targets to statutory inspections, JCW supports facilities teams in meeting their legal obligations while improving the safety, reliability and sustainability of their buildings. Whether you need routine PPM, emergency call-outs or full-scale system upgrades, we’re ready to support you.
With a four-hour response time and national reach, JCW delivers dependable building services for public buildings where performance, compliance and value matter most.
Our Public Sector Maintenance Services Include:
Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)
JCW’s PPM programmes are designed to keep public sector buildings operating safely, efficiently and in full compliance with statutory requirements. Regular inspections and maintenance of HVAC, electrical, fire safety and water hygiene systems help prevent downtime, reduce reactive spend, and support long-term asset performance across schools, healthcare sites, civic buildings and other public estate.
Electrical Inspections and Compliance Testing
Our NICEIC-registered engineers deliver planned and reactive electrical maintenance across public sector buildings, including schools, hospitals, council facilities and higher education estates. Services include EICRs, PAT testing, emergency lighting inspections and fault diagnosis - all delivered in full compliance with BS 7671. We help ensure your electrical systems remain safe, legally compliant and energy efficient.
Air Conditioning Installation, Servicing and Repair
JCW provides expert installation and planned maintenance of air conditioning systems across public sector buildings. From offices and libraries to classrooms and clinical environments, we ensure consistent climate control, energy efficiency and full F-Gas compliance. Regular servicing supports occupant comfort and system reliability, helping public facilities run smoothly all year round.
TM44 Air Conditioning Inspections
JCW operates a specialist division delivering TM44 air conditioning inspections for public sector buildings across the UK. Our accredited assessors provide clear, compliant reports in line with the Energy Performance of Buildings Regulations, helping estates teams meet legal obligations and identify opportunities for energy efficiency. From council offices to educational and healthcare sites, we ensure your inspections are accurate, timely, and professionally managed.
Heating and Boiler Installation and Maintenance
JCW delivers expert installation, servicing and repair of commercial heating and boiler systems across public sector estates. Our Gas Safe engineers carry out annual gas safety inspections, planned maintenance and diagnostics to ensure reliable performance and full compliance with current regulations. Whether supporting schools, healthcare facilities or civic buildings, we help keep essential spaces warm, compliant and energy efficient.
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Fire Alarm, Emergency Lighting and Life Safety Systems
JCW installs and maintains fire detection, emergency lighting and life safety systems across public sector buildings, supporting full compliance with UK fire safety legislation. Our routine inspections and servicing help ensure critical systems remain reliable and ready in the event of an emergency, protecting staff, students, service users and the wider public.
Lighting Repairs and Lamp Replacement
JCW delivers responsive lighting repairs and scheduled lamp replacements to help public buildings remain well-lit, safe and compliant. From schools and libraries to council offices and healthcare settings, we ensure lighting systems support daily operations while meeting energy efficiency targets. We also install LED upgrades to reduce energy use and support sustainability objectives.
Water Hygiene and Legionella Risk Management
JCW provides routine monitoring, testing and maintenance of water systems across public sector buildings to help control legionella risk and ensure full compliance with UK health and safety legislation. Our services support duty holders in meeting their obligations under ACoP L8, delivering safe, hygienic water in schools, healthcare facilities, leisure centres and civic spaces.
Fabric Maintenance and General Repairs
JCW provides scheduled and responsive fabric maintenance for public sector buildings, helping to keep internal and external environments safe, clean and fit for purpose. From minor cosmetic repairs to essential remedial works, we support estate teams in maintaining spaces that reflect the high standards expected in schools, healthcare sites and civic buildings.
Reactive Call-Outs and 24/7 Emergency Support
Unexpected issues in public buildings can disrupt essential services, impact safety and inconvenience users. JCW provides rapid-response reactive maintenance and 24/7 emergency support to restore critical systems with minimal disruption. Our nationwide engineering team ensures urgent issues in schools, healthcare settings and civic buildings are dealt with quickly, professionally and compliantly.
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Installation and Fit-Out Projects for Public Spaces
JCW specialises in the design and installation of mechanical and electrical (M&E) systems for schools, healthcare sites, civic buildings and wider public estates. Our experienced project teams deliver tailored HVAC, electrical and energy-efficient installations that meet the unique operational, compliance and budgetary needs of public sector environments.
In addition to HVAC and ventilation systems, we provide installation services for electrical infrastructure, R32 air conditioning upgrades, solar PV systems and commercial gas heating. With seamless coordination between project managers, engineers and your on-site teams, we ensure safe, efficient delivery with minimal disruption to essential services.
Why Choose JCW?
Nationwide Coverage: We operate across the UK with a network of mobile engineers, providing rapid response and consistent service across diverse public sector estates.
Public Sector Expertise: With decades of experience supporting local authorities, NHS trusts, schools and government bodies, we understand the importance of reliability, discretion and accountability in live, operational environments.
Compliance-Led Approach: Our services are built around statutory compliance, supporting duty holders in meeting legal requirements and ensuring safe, auditable performance across all building systems.
Sustainability Focused: We help public sector clients meet energy efficiency and carbon reduction goals through smart maintenance strategies, system upgrades and low-carbon installations.
Qualified & Professional: All works are delivered by trained, accredited professionals in accordance with the latest UK regulations, British Standards and sector-specific requirements.
Trusted by Public Sector Clients
“We’ve worked with JCW for over 20 years to deliver HVAC maintenance and reactive support across a range of public buildings, including offices, schools and civic sites. The team is consistently helpful and responsive, and we have a great working relationship with our account manager. I’d confidently recommend them to anyone managing public estates.”
— Senior Technician, Local Authority Estates Team
“JCW has provided outstanding support in maintaining thousands of air conditioning systems across our campus. They’re highly professional and clearly customer-focused. On several occasions, they’ve even attended out of hours to avoid disruption. A highly dependable partner.”
— Mechanical Services Supervisor, Higher Education Estate
Tailored Contracts to Suit You
Our service contracts are designed to meet the operational, compliance and budgetary needs of public sector estates, offering flexibility, transparency and dependable delivery nationwide.
Fixed-Term or Rolling Agreements
Choose from structured, long-term contracts or flexible rolling arrangements that align with public procurement models.Multi-Site National Support
Consistent, high-quality service across diverse public buildings, from schools and libraries to healthcare and administrative sites.Compliance-Led PPM Scheduling
Planned maintenance tailored to critical systems and regulatory requirements, helping you stay compliant and audit-ready.Responsive Reactive Maintenance
Fast, reliable emergency support with a four-hour response time, minimising disruption to public services and essential operations.
