Hampshire · Ductwork cleaning
Ductwork cleaning in Upper Froyle, Hampshire
We cover Upper Froyle for cleaning of kitchen extract ductwork, horizontal runs and vertical risers through access panels. Out-of-hours visits, a fixed quote and a written report with photos on every job.
- Thick crusts of old grease along the duct
- Thick deposits at the bottom of a vertical duct
- A grease test showing the duct is overdue
About our ductwork cleaning in Upper Froyle
Duct Doctor has cleaned kitchen extract ductwork since 2009, working across London and the South East. We’re a BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite member, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease, and our certificates are issued through the BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite portal. We are often asked to deal with stale grease odours from the duct and an insurer asking for TR19 evidence, across attenuators, vertical risers and multi-storey ducts.
Work in a small place like Upper Froyle starts with a call to agree access and timings, and the clean itself is the same full TR19® job as in any town: canopy to discharge, then a TR19® certificate and a photo report.
We’ve been trading since 2009, and we’re a BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite member, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease. We also hold CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001, and we carry full insurance.
- Where
- Upper Froyle (GU34)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Records
- Certificate plus before-and-after pictures
- Price
- Fixed quote, typically within a working day
- Hours
- Evenings, overnight and weekends; 24/7 emergencies
- Phone
- 0345 646 2711
- Reviewed
- 30 October 2026
What the work involves, part by part
Access panels
We can fit new access panels where the duct needs them, so the next clean reaches more of the system. The survey shows where they’re needed.
Attenuators and discharge
Some systems have attenuators to reduce noise, and their linings can soak up grease. They’re cleaned where possible and recorded if not.
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Honest limits
A few issues sit outside what this work can do:
- Duct sealed behind fixed ceilings or walls
- A duct that’s too small or badly routed for the kitchen (a design issue)
- Leaking duct joints that need repair
Not sure which it is? You can ring 0345 646 2711 or email us and we’ll tell you honestly.
What the work covers
- Horizontal duct runs
- Multi-storey ducts
- Bends and junctions
- Access panels
- Vertical risers
- Attenuators
What your team can do, and what needs us
Day-to-day cleaning is something your team can do: wiping canopies, washing grease filters and recording it in a log. Inside the ducts, risers and fan is specialist work, and that’s where we come in.
Some jobs should never be done in-house: opening up ductwork, cleaning fans, drop testing fire dampers and measuring grease need training, the right equipment and safe access. Leave those to us.
Grease, kitchens and Upper Froyle
Kitchens in Upper Froyle get their food hygiene inspections from East Hampshire council. The cleanliness of the kitchen and its equipment, extraction included, is part of what they check. A dated certificate in the maintenance file answers the question before it’s asked. The fire and rescue service for Upper Froyle is Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service. In most workplaces, including commercial kitchens, it’s the fire and rescue authority that enforces the Fire Safety Order.
Volunteers running a hall kitchen near Church of St Mary of the Assumption, or anywhere in Upper Froyle, may not know when the extract was last cleaned, and a grease test settles it. If you look after a school kitchen, at a school such as Eggar's School or anywhere near Upper Froyle, the holidays are the usual time for a TR19® clean.
Upper Froyle is about 3 miles north-east of Alton, in Hampshire. Whether your site is in the middle of Upper Froyle or further out, we cover ductwork cleaning for every kind of premises, from a single unit to a large public building. Our Hampshire coverage runs to 683 places, and Upper Froyle is one of them. For sites nearby, see our Guildford page (16 miles or so).
Ductwork cleaning in GU34 is surveyed, quoted and booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets such as Burnham Square and Oast Lane, and we cover them all for ductwork cleaning. Nearby, we also carry out ductwork cleaning in Froyle (1 mile north-east), Lower Froyle (1 mile north-east), Neatham (1 mile south-west), Holybourne (2 miles south-west) and Wyck (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (10 miles north-west), Farnborough (10 miles north-east), Fleet (8 miles north-east), Aldershot (8 miles north-east), Alton (3 miles south-west) and Petersfield (12 miles south).
What’s near Upper Froyle
Locally, jobs take us to businesses close to Hen And Chicken Public House. Upper Froyle’s nearest station is Bentley (Hampshire) station, roughly 2.3 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Allen Gallery (3 miles south-west) and Barley Pound (3.6 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Holybourne Hill.
Keeping the system healthy
Think of this as the after-treatment advice, short and simple:
- Check readings when the menu changes
- Ask us about extra access panels where sections cannot be reached
- Tell us if grease leaks from the ductwork
- Keep to the interval on the report
A full system clean includes a TR19 certificate from the BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite portal. It shows when and where the clean was done and by whom.
Run the extract the whole time the kitchen is cooking. When the air stops, grease settles in the duct, so switching off early adds to the build-up.
Upper Froyle questions
Do you cover smaller places like Upper Froyle?
Yes. Villages and rural sites across the South East are part of our work, Upper Froyle included. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Do you work overnight in Upper Froyle?
Yes. We work evenings, overnight and at weekends. Your customers, staff or residents in Upper Froyle needn’t be disturbed. When you ring 0345 646 2711, or send details by email, mention when the site is quiet.
How can I tell if my extract ducts are dirty?
Drips, smells and weak extraction are clues, but the only sure way is to measure. Grease thickness testing shows exactly where the duct stands.
Is a quote from pictures possible?
In many cases, yes. Photos of the system and the access, plus your opening hours and last report, are often enough. Larger or hidden systems need a survey on site first.
Can extra access doors be added to the duct?
Yes. We’ll point out where panels are needed, and we can fit them so those sections are cleaned in future.
What’s involved in cleaning extract ducts?
Through access panels along the duct. Thick deposits are removed by hand before degreasing, such as degreasers, hot water or steam.
What happens to the waste?
It leaves the site with us at the end of the visit. During the work, it’s contained so the area stays clean.
Which kinds of sites do you work on?
All kinds of commercial and public premises: kitchens, offices, schools, healthcare, retail, leisure and food production. Work is timed around how each site runs.
What happens on the day
Everything the job needs comes with us, from protective sheeting to tools and access equipment. All we need from you is clear access and the right equipment switched off. On site, the work takes a few hours for a short run, longer for long runs and tall risers. Photos of the system and how to reach it help us plan a visit to Upper Froyle.
- We trace the duct and find every way in.
- Grease thickness is measured at set points.
- Once the kitchen has closed, we protect the area and open the panels.
- Heavy deposits come out by hand, then each section is degreased.
- Panels are closed, readings and photos repeated, and unreachable sections recorded.
Getting ready for the visit
- Mention any sign-in, permit or induction we need
- Let us know how we reach the system, including roofs, risers and plant rooms
- Allow time for equipment near the work to be turned off and cool down
Ask for a quote
Here’s what helps us quote: where the site is, what it is and its opening hours, a few pictures and the last certificate or report, if there is one. Once you have those, phone us on 0345 646 2711 or send us an email.
Advice
Common problems we fix in Upper Froyle
Risers carry the extract up through the building. Grease clings to the walls and can run down to the base, where it can pool. Access along its height is needed to clean it properly.
Most sites get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Grease leaking from duct joints
- Smells of old cooking grease from the ductwork
- Gaps where access panels were never fitted
- Grease pooling at the foot of the riser
If you run catering at a healthcare site, such as a hospital like Alton Community Hospital about 4 miles south-west, the extract may need cleaning more often than a part-time kitchen.
Questions to ask before booking
- Proof of insurance
- Whether a written report and pictures are included
- Which accreditations they hold, and whether you can check them
- Whether the figure could change on the day
What affects the cost of ductwork cleaning
Sites vary more than people expect. What affects the quote:
- The scale of the work
- Access, including roofs, risers and ceiling voids
- Site requirements such as sign-in and permits
- The times the site is available
Kitchens, offices, schools and hospitals are all priced the same way: how much there is, how we reach it, what state it’s in and when we can work. Ask for a fixed quote and we’ll explain each part.
Helping us quote
To speed up the quote, please include:
- When the site is open and when it’s quiet
- The site address and the type of premises
- Where the plant sits or the system leaves the building, such as a roof or outside wall
- A few general shots of the system
Need a price for ductwork cleaning? Please call us on 0345 646 2711 or send us an email with a few details about the site. We will talk you through the work and give you a fixed quote before you commit to anything.