Isle of Wight · Extract fan cleaning
Shalcombe extract fan cleaning
Our technicians work in Shalcombe on cleaning of kitchen extract fans, impellers, fan housings and discharge points. Out-of-hours visits, a fixed quote and a written report with photos on every job.
- Hot, greasy smells near the fan
- A fan that no longer moves enough air
- A fan shaking on its mounts
About our extract fan cleaning in Shalcombe
If the ducts are the arteries, the fan is the heart. A greasy fan works harder and moves less air. We clean it, run it and note anything that needs a closer look, before signing it off. Common call-outs are for an extract fan with no cleaning record and a fan motor running hot under a coat of grease, on centrifugal fans, axial fans and discharge points.
Rural kitchens often have long, low duct runs through a roof space or along an outside wall, and those horizontal sections are where grease settles. Access, parking and timings are agreed before the day.
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 to hand when an insurer or inspector asks.
- Place
- Shalcombe (PO41)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Records
- TR19® certificate and photo report
- Quotes
- Fixed quote, usually within a working day
- Working hours
- Evenings, overnight and weekends; 24/7 emergencies
- Call
- 0345 646 2711
- Page updated
- 30 October 2026
Do you need extract fan cleaning in Shalcombe?
A fan collects more grease when the filters let more through. Missing, damaged or badly fitted filters let grease travel the whole system, so the fan takes far more than it should.
These are the problems we see most often:
- A fan motor running hot under a coat of grease
- Hot, greasy smells near the fan
- A fan shaking on its mounts
- Thick grease on the impeller and casing
Volunteers running a hall kitchen near St. Mary's Church, or anywhere in Shalcombe, may not know when the extract was last cleaned, and a grease test settles it.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether they recommend a next date
- Exactly which parts of the system are covered
- Their accreditations, such as BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite, CHAS or SafeContractor
- Whether the quote shows VAT
Looking after it afterwards
Good habits slow the build-up between visits. A few tips:
- Note any drop in extraction at the canopy
- Keep records of every fan clean
- Run the extract throughout cooking
- Watch for grease marks around the outlet
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.
Do not run the kitchen with the extract off. Air that keeps moving carries vapour out rather than letting it settle, so keeping it running helps keep it clean.
Part by part
Roof-mounted fans
Roof fans also discharge grease onto the roof around them, so the outlet area is checked too. Heavy staining is noted on the report.
Impellers and blades
The blades of the impeller do the work, and grease builds up on them unevenly. That’s what unbalances the fan, so it’s cleaned carefully blade by blade.
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What we do, step by step
On the day, we arrive at the time agreed with you, often in the evening, overnight or at the weekend so the site keeps working. Equipment that has to be off is switched off and allowed to cool first, and floors and nearby surfaces are sheeted. On site, it takes a few hours where there are several fans or heavy deposits. If the van will struggle with a lane or gateway near Shalcombe, let us know and we will plan around it.
- Diagnosis first: we look for grease, noise and vibration.
- Once isolated, we open the fan up.
- Each blade is cleaned so the impeller runs evenly.
- Housing, outlet and the area around the motor are cleaned.
- The fan goes back into service with a report on its condition.
Before we arrive
- Name a contact who can let us in at the agreed time
- Tell us about site rules, permits or sign-in
- Tell us where we can park and unload
How to get a quote
Quotes are quick. Send a few details and photos, and we typically reply with a fixed quote within one working day. Where a survey is needed, we arrange a time that suits the site.
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Leave it or put it right?
Grease on the fan is grease in the system. TR19® Grease covers the whole extract, fan included and many insurers require the full system to be cleaned to TR19. Our emergency line runs 24/7, but a planned visit to Shalcombe is calmer for everyone.
Several systems or sites on one quote can make for a more efficient booking. Mention every system or site you need covered, and you’ll get one fixed quote.
What you get with us
- BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite member, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease
- Trading since 2009
- Fully insured
- Out-of-hours work and a 24/7 emergency line
See our cost guide and how to check a contractor.
Managing agents and facilities teams in Shalcombe
We regularly work with managing agents. Tell us the site, the work and the access arrangements, and we will send a fixed quote.
Running several sites is easier with one contractor. We cover South East England and London, so visits at different addresses can be planned together and kept to a regular schedule.
Shalcombe kitchens: local notes
Sea air reaches Shalcombe, which sits within about 2 miles of the coast. Corrosion on the fan housing and cowl is worth a look at every clean, alongside the grease. The FSA’s food hygiene register shows about 5 cafés, restaurants and staff canteens within about 1.5 miles of central Shalcombe. Any of those kitchens with a canopy relies on a fan that gathers grease as it runs. The fire and rescue service for Shalcombe is Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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.
Historic houses near Shalcombe, such as Mottistone Manor about 1.3 miles south-east, are a reminder that older buildings with event kitchens can have long, awkward duct routes.
Shalcombe is about 6 miles west of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We carry out extract fan cleaning for businesses, landlords and public buildings in Shalcombe and the rest of the Isle of Wight. Across the Isle of Wight, we cover 125 places, and Shalcombe is one of them. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 17 miles away.
We cover every part of the PO41 postcode area for extract fan cleaning and the roads nearby. Close by, we work in Dunsbury (1 mile south-west), Hulverstone (1 mile south), Brook (1 mile south-west), Newbridge (1 mile north-east) and Wellow (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Newport (6 miles east), Ryde (13 miles east), Cowes (8 miles north-east), Sandown (12 miles east), Shanklin (12 miles east) and Ventnor (11 miles south-east). If your site is somewhere remote, the visit takes a little more planning, so let us know when you get in touch.
Near you in Shalcombe
Well-known places in the area include Calbourne Water Mill And Rural Museum (1.3 miles north-east) and Yarmouth Castle (3.7 miles north-west). The countryside around Shalcombe includes Westover Down.
FAQs for Shalcombe
Do you work at weekends in Shalcombe?
Yes, nights and weekends are routine for us. The work in Shalcombe can fit around your hours. Your opening times are the first thing we ask for.
Do you work in villages like Shalcombe?
Yes, Shalcombe is part of our area, however small the site. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the site when you book.
How far ahead should we book?
For planned work, earlier is better, particularly if your next visit is nearly due. For emergencies, we take calls 24/7.
Should the extract fan be cleaned as part of TR19?
Yes. TR19® Grease covers the whole system, fan included. We clean it alongside the canopy, ductwork and discharge.
Can one contract cover all our sites?
Yes. We work across South East England and London, so sites at different addresses can be planned together on one programme. Each site gets its own report and photos.
Is TR19 a legal requirement?
Not in itself. TR19® is the benchmark insurers, fire officers and EHOs check against, and many insurance policies ask for proof of TR19® cleaning. The legal duty sits in the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 in England and Wales.
Why is my extract fan noisy?
Often it’s grease on the impeller. Grease collects unevenly and unbalances the impeller, causing vibration and noise. If cleaning doesn’t, the bearings or motor may need attention.
What do you need from me for a quote?
Only a few details: the address, the site type, your opening hours and how we reach the system. Photos and any previous paperwork make it quicker. After that, simply call us on 0345 646 2711 or use the quote form.
What affects the quote in Shalcombe
Sites vary more than people expect. The main factors:
- A single visit or a regular plan
- The condition we find in the survey
- How many systems or sites are involved
- Travel, parking and unloading
A single site or a whole portfolio, we price it on the same basis: what needs doing, how we get to it and when. The price is fixed before we start.
Helping us quote
There’s no need for technical detail. It helps if you can send:
- Your opening hours and when the area is out of use
- Detail shots of panels, filters and grilles
- How we’d reach plant on a roof or in a plant room
- The postcode and the type of business
Want a quote for extract fan cleaning? Please ring 0345 646 2711 or email us and tell us about the site. We’ll explain what we’d do and send a fixed quote before anything is booked.