Kent · Extract fan cleaning
Extract fan cleaning in Durlock, Kent
Professional extract fan cleaning in and around Durlock, timed so the site keeps working and signed off in writing with photos.
- Weak extraction at the canopy
- Burning smells from the fan area
- A fan that hums, whines or rumbles
Extract fan cleaning in Durlock, done properly
A fan never collects grease in a neat, even layer. Uneven build-up unbalances the impeller, leading to vibration, noise and strain on the motor and bearings. A thorough clean removes the cause. We’re often asked to deal with a fan coated in grease inside its housing and a noisy fan that has got louder over time, across roof-mounted fans, fan housings and in-line fans.
In a village or hamlet like Durlock, the kitchens that need extract cleaning are normally a pub, a school, a care home or a hall kitchen, wherever there is one. Each still has a canopy and duct that collect grease, whatever the size of the place.
The sign-off is always in writing: a dated report with pictures of the work, and for TR19® Grease cleans, a certificate issued through the BESCA VHE portal. Any parts we couldn’t reach are recorded on it too.
- Place
- Durlock (CT3)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Paperwork
- Certificate plus before-and-after photos
- Price
- A fixed price before work begins
- Working hours
- Out of hours as standard, 24/7 emergency line
- Telephone
- 0345 646 2711
- Updated
- 30 October 2026
When it’s something else
Some problems need a different service or another trade:
- A fan that won’t start
- Damaged fan blades
- A dirty duct upstream of the fan
If you’re not sure, just call 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
Parts of the system we cover
- Discharge points
- Fan housings
- Axial fans
- In-line fans
- Centrifugal fans
- Roof-mounted fans
When to call us in Durlock
By the time air reaches the fan, it has passed the canopy, filters and duct. The grease that’s left lands on the blades and the casing where the spinning blades spread it around.
If you notice any of these, it’s worth a diagnosis:
- Grease escaping from the fan outlet
- Burning smells from the fan area
- A heavily greased fan housing
- A noisy fan that has got louder over time
Term dates shape school work: for a school like Ash Cartwright and Kelsey Church of England Primary School, an extract clean fits neatly into a half-term or summer break.
What your quote should include
- How VAT is shown on the quote
- What records you will receive afterwards
- Whether the quote is based on a survey or photos
- Whether the whole system is included, or only the parts that are easy to reach
Why act early in Durlock
Without a working extract fan, a kitchen can’t cook safely. Grease is often where fan trouble begins, so cleaning the fan helps keep it working. If it does fail, our 24/7 emergency line is there. A planned visit to Durlock is easier to arrange than an emergency callout.
Working hours, access and the scale of the site can all change the price. We take each of them into account and give you a fixed price before any work starts.
Why Durlock businesses choose us
- Photo reports with every job
- A single point of contact for sites across the South East and London
- Fixed quotes, typically within one working day
- In business since 2009
Take a look at our cost guide and our accreditations.
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we check the system against the survey or the pictures you sent. Anything unexpected is raised with you before we go further. From there, it takes a couple of hours per fan, depending on its size and the build-up. A few pictures of the system help us make the most of a visit to a place like Durlock.
- First we check the fan’s condition and how it sounds.
- Once isolated, we open the fan up.
- Each blade is cleaned so the impeller runs evenly.
- We clean the casing, the outlet and around the motor.
- We run the fan and note its condition in the photo report.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about access, such as roof hatches, plant rooms, ceilings or locked areas
- Tell us about site rules, permits or sign-in
- Tell us where we can park and unload
Getting a quote
We do not publish a price list, because every site is different. We look at your system first, from photos or on a visit, and then give you a fixed quote. To get going, call us on 0345 646 2711 or email us.
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In-house cleaning or a specialist?
Good housekeeping makes our visits easier, not unnecessary. Regular in-house cleaning slows the build-up, but hidden parts of the system still need specialist attention.
For ventilation and air handling systems, in-house care is mostly about checks: keeping grilles clear, noting unusual noise or smells and logging filter changes. Cleaning inside ducts and units is specialist work.
Common questions in Durlock
Can you get to a site in Durlock?
Yes. Villages and rural sites across the South East are part of our work, Durlock included. The journey is planned ahead, so a few details about the route help.
Which environmental health team covers Durlock?
Kitchens in Durlock are inspected by Dover council’s environmental health officers. Ratings are published by the Food Standards Agency, so a clean extract and good records are worth keeping up.
Is the fan included in a TR19 clean?
Yes, the fan is part of a full TR19® Grease clean. It’s isolated, opened and cleaned along with the canopy, plenum, filters, ducts and discharge.
What about areas you can’t get to?
We never leave them off the paperwork. You’ll know exactly which parts weren’t reached and why, and we can quote to improve the access.
How much notice should we give?
Book as early as you can for planned work, particularly if your next visit is nearly due. Emergencies are different, because our line is open 24/7.
Do you offer maintenance contracts?
Yes. Send details of the systems and how they’re used and we will propose a schedule with a fixed quote.
Can the work be done while we are closed?
Yes. Much of our work happens in the evening, overnight or at weekends, so you don’t have to close during trading.
Who is the responsible person?
The law calls them the responsible person. That is generally the employer or the person in control of the premises, and where several people have control, each can have duties. If you’re not sure, check your lease and fire risk assessment.
Looking after it afterwards
Simple habits between visits make a real difference. We recommend:
- Check the report shows the fan was cleaned
- Keep records of every fan clean
- Do not store items in front of the fan’s access point
- Report grease escaping from the fan
The photo report shows the fan before and after cleaning. It lists what was cleaned and anything we couldn’t reach, along with the recommended next clean date.
A change in how the fan sounds is worth noting. Rattles, hums or shaking can be early signs of build-up or wear, and catching it early keeps it a cleaning job.
Also in Durlock
Durlock kitchens: local notes
The FSA’s data shows about 4 pubs, bars and clubs registered in Durlock and the streets around it, up to about 1.5 miles out. Any of them serving cooked food has an extract to keep clean, from canopy to discharge. The fire and rescue service for Durlock is Kent Fire and Rescue Service. Its fire safety officers can audit commercial kitchens, and grease in the extract is part of a kitchen’s fire risk. Kitchens in Durlock get their food hygiene inspections from Dover council. A greasy canopy or dripping filters are the sort of thing an inspection can pick up. Keeping each certificate and photo report on file helps show the extract is looked after.
If you run a church or community hall kitchen, near Church of St Nicholas or elsewhere in Durlock, its extract still collects grease from every lunch and event. Historic houses near Durlock, such as Goodnestone Park about 2.7 miles south-west, are a reminder that older buildings with event kitchens can have long, awkward duct routes.
Durlock is about 7 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. Whatever kind of site you run in Durlock, extract fan cleaning is something we can help with. We can work out of hours so trading isn’t interrupted. Durlock is one of 922 towns, villages and districts in Kent we cover for extract fan cleaning. You can also see our page for Maidstone, roughly 32 miles from Durlock.
Every address in CT3 is covered for extract fan cleaning, from busy streets to back roads. If your site is just outside Durlock, we cover Guilton (1 mile north-east), Ash (1 mile east), Staple (1 mile south), Nash (1 mile north-west) and Barnsole (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (8 miles west), Margate (9 miles north-east), Dover (10 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (9 miles north-east).
Near you in Durlock
In Durlock, that means kitchens and buildings near The Chequer Inn, among other places. Durlock’s nearest station is Sandwich station, roughly 3.5 miles east. Well-known places in the area include White Mill (2.9 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Part by part
Wall fans
With little duct before them, wall fans collect grease fast. They can need regular attention, which grease readings will show.
Kitchens with long cooking hours
Kitchens that cook 12 to 16 hours a day put the most grease through their fans. BESA guidance sets at least 3-monthly cleaning for that level of use, fan included.