West Sussex · Ductwork cleaning
Ductwork cleaning in Storrington, West Sussex
Specialist ductwork cleaning for Storrington: diagnosis first, then a fixed quote, the work and a report with pictures. Call for a fixed quote.
- Years of grease along the duct floor
- Thick deposits at the bottom of a vertical duct
- Proof of duct cleaning for the insurer
About our ductwork cleaning in Storrington
Many ducts were installed with too few access doors. TR19 calls for any section we couldn’t reach to be recorded, and we can fit new access panels so it’s cleaned next time. It’s better to know than to assume. If you are dealing with a rancid smell from the extract duct and grease pooling at the foot of the riser, we can put it right.
For a smaller kitchen near Storrington, a TR19® clean is the same job as anywhere: canopy, filters, plenum, duct, fan and discharge. We plan the visit around your hours, with the journey sorted in advance.
The paperwork matters as much as the work. You get a written report with photos after each visit, covering the work done, any areas we couldn’t access and a recommended next date. File it in your maintenance log so it’s ready for an insurer, fire officer or EHO.
- Where
- Storrington (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Reporting
- Certificate plus before-and-after pictures
- Price
- A fixed price before any work starts
- Working hours
- When your site is closed, plus a 24/7 line
- Call
- 0345 646 2711
- Updated
- 30 October 2026
Staff cleaning versus specialist work
Keep a record of what your team does. A simple log of filter washes, wipe-downs and checks helps show that the system is managed between specialist visits, alongside our reports.
Your own staff can handle the daily basics: wiping down canopy surfaces, cleaning filters and keeping a simple log. Inside the ducts, risers and fan is specialist work, and that is where we come in.
Managing agents and facilities teams in Storrington
We also work for facilities teams across offices, schools and healthcare across West Sussex. Larger estates can be phased building by building to keep disruption down.
We work for landlords, managing agents and facilities managers as well as the people running the site. Shared systems, like a riser serving several units, need a clear agreement on who books the work, and we’re happy to quote for all of it.
Also near Storrington
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Why deal with it now?
Grease left in a duct in Storrington hardens over time. Heat and age turn it into a thick, stubborn crust, which makes each delayed clean a bigger one. Around Storrington, a kitchen or building out of action is missed straight away.
Whatever the type of site, the quote works the same way: the size of the job, access, condition and working hours. Call for a fixed quote and we’ll go through it with you.
Why choose Duct Doctor in Storrington
- Evenings, overnight and weekends, plus 24/7 emergency callout
- Photo reports with every job
- Fully insured
- CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001
The process
The first job on site is protection: sheeting goes over floors and surfaces close to the work. After that, the system is made safe and the work begins. It takes anything from a few hours to several visits, depending on the length of duct, and we clear up before we go. Your opening hours decide when we come to Storrington, not ours.
- We trace the duct and find every way in.
- Grease thickness is measured at set points.
- Out of hours, the area is protected and the access panels opened.
- Heavy deposits come out by hand, then each section is degreased.
- We close up, re-test, photograph and record anything out of reach.
Preparing for the visit
- Plan for cooking equipment or plant to be off before we arrive
- Dig out any earlier paperwork for the system
- Clear the space around the work
How to get a quote
To help us quote: the address, the type of site and when it’s open, photos of the system and the last certificate or report, if there is one. Once you have those, ring 0345 646 2711, or send details by email.
Related advice
Storrington kitchens: local notes
Food Standards Agency data counts about 11 restaurants, cafés and works canteens and about 4 takeaways within roughly a mile and a half of the centre of Storrington. Each kitchen that cooks under a canopy sends grease-laden air into a duct, where it cools and settles. The fire and rescue service for Storrington is West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service. The Fire Safety Order puts the duty on whoever runs a kitchen to control its fire risk, and a greasy duct is fuel. Environmental health officers from Horsham council inspect food businesses in Storrington. The cleanliness of the kitchen and its equipment, extraction included, is part of what they check. A TR19® certificate and photo report after each clean gives you a record to show an inspector.
Older buildings often hide long, awkward duct runs, and if you run a kitchen at a historic venue in the area (Parham House is about 2 miles west), access may need planning. For schools such as Storrington Primary School, kitchen extract cleaning is usually booked for the holidays, when the canteen is closed. Where a hall near The Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, or anywhere in Storrington, hosts lunch clubs or events, its extract gathers grease just as a café’s does.
Storrington is about 7 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Every kind of commercial site in Storrington, ductwork cleaning is something we can help with. Visits can be booked for evenings, overnight or weekends so trading is not interrupted. 371 places in West Sussex are on our list, large and small. You can also see our page for Brighton, roughly 15 miles from Storrington.
We work across RH20 for ductwork cleaning and the roads nearby. Streets in the area include Windmill Copse, Wantley Lane and Field End, and we cover them all for ductwork cleaning. Main roads around Storrington include the B2139, which makes travel easy for evening and night visits. We also cover Cootham (1 mile west), Sullington (1 mile south-east), Heath Common (1 mile east), Abingworth (1 mile north-east) and West Chiltington Common (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Horsham (11 miles north-east), Worthing (7 miles south), Bognor Regis (14 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles west), Burgess Hill (14 miles east) and Littlehampton (8 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Storrington
In Storrington, that means kitchens and buildings near Parham Park, Rydon Community College and The Moon pub and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Pulborough station, roughly 3.9 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find The Storrington And District Museum (within half a mile south) and Amberley Castle (4.1 miles west). Open spaces near Storrington include Chanctonbury Hill and Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
Storrington: your questions answered
Which fire service covers Storrington?
West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service is the fire and rescue service for Storrington. TR19® is not law, but it’s the benchmark many fire officers and insurers look to when they ask how often the extract is cleaned.
Can you work in Storrington outside opening hours?
Yes, nights and weekends are routine for us. Your customers, staff or residents in Storrington needn’t be disturbed. When you phone us on 0345 646 2711 or email us, mention when the site is quiet.
Do you cover Storrington?
Yes. We work across Greater London, Surrey, Kent, Sussex, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Hertfordshire and Essex, and that includes Storrington.
How long does ductwork cleaning take?
Duct length, access and grease levels all affect it. As a guide, it takes a shift or more, depending on the length of the runs and the number of access points.
How do you know if the ductwork needs cleaning?
The date on the last certificate is the first thing to check. If it’s overdue, or there is not one, a clean is due, and grease readings will confirm how urgent it is.
Is TR19 a legal requirement?
No. The law sets the duty, and TR19® is the recognised benchmark for meeting it. Under the Fire Safety Order 2005, the responsible person must reduce fire risk, and many insurers can refuse or reduce a claim without proof of cleaning.
What’s TR19?
BESA’s ventilation hygiene specification in two main parts: TR19® Grease for kitchen extract systems and TR19® Air for general ventilation. It is not legislation, but it’s the standard people check against.
What does ductwork cleaning cost?
The cost depends on the size of the system, its condition, access and timing. Ask us for a fixed quote and we’ll normally reply within one working day.
Part by part
Horizontal duct runs
The underside of a horizontal duct collects the most grease. We scrape out the heavy layer first, then the walls and roof are cleaned too.
Multi-storey and shared buildings
A duct that climbs several floors may be cleaned over more than one visit. We agree a sequence that suits the building, out of hours where possible.
What affects the cost of ductwork cleaning
Every site gets its own quote. This is what makes a difference:
- Site requirements such as sign-in and permits
- Whether we need access equipment or extra panels
- The number of sites or systems
- Whether it’s a one-off visit or part of a schedule
When the work has to happen, how we reach it and how big the site is can all change the price. Each of those is built into the quote, and the price is fixed before any work starts.
What we need to know
What to send for a quote:
- Any previous report or certificate
- Wide photos of the system and the area around it
- Detail shots of panels, filters and grilles
- The postcode and the type of business
The quickest way to a quote is to send pictures: the system from a couple of angles, plus any access panels or hatches. Add the site type and your opening hours, and many jobs can be priced from that alone.
When it’s something else
Ductwork cleaning can’t fix everything, and we’ll tell you before work begins. It will not put right:
- Leaking duct joints that need repair
- Sections that cannot be reached safely without new access (those are recorded, and panels can be fitted)
- Faulty fire dampers
If you’re not sure, just phone us on 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
What the work covers
- Bends and junctions
- Multi-storey ducts
- Attenuators
- Horizontal duct runs
- Vertical risers
- Access panels