Kent · Extract fan cleaning
Extract Fan Cleaning in The Platt
For extract fan cleaning in The Platt, one call is all it takes: survey, fixed quote, work and sign-off. CHAS and SafeContractor accredited, ISO 9001 and fully insured.
- A noisy fan that has got louder over time
- Less air being pulled from the kitchen
- Thick grease on the impeller and casing
About our extract fan cleaning in The Platt
A fan never collects grease in a neat, even layer. Heavier deposits on some blades throw the impeller off balance, leading to vibration, noise and strain on the motor and bearings. A thorough clean removes the cause. If you have burning smells from the fan area and less air being pulled from the kitchen, we can help, from in-line fans, discharge points and centrifugal fans onwards.
For a kitchen in or near The Platt, the visit is planned around opening hours and the journey, and the clean covers the whole system, as it would anywhere: canopy, filters, duct, fan and discharge, with a certificate and photo report at the end.
We’re CHAS and SafeContractor accredited, we hold ISO 9001 and we’re fully insured. On top of that, we are a BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite member, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease, trading since 2009.
- Where
- The Platt (TN3)
- Region
- Kent
- Records
- Certificate plus before-and-after photos
- Quotes
- A fixed quote up front
- Working hours
- Nights, weekends or holidays to suit you
- Phone
- 0345 646 2711
- Last updated
- 30 October 2026
What happens on the day
Each visit runs to the same pattern: protect the area, isolate whatever needs isolating, carry out the extract fan cleaning, clear away and hand over the paperwork. On site, the work takes a couple of hours per fan, depending on its size and the build-up. Rural roads and tight entrances are worth telling us about before a visit to The Platt.
- We locate the fan and plan how to reach and isolate it.
- It’s isolated so it cannot run while we work.
- Grease is scraped off the impeller blades and casing.
- The fan is degreased, taking care around the motor.
- We reassemble, run and photograph the fan.
How to prepare
- Clear the space around the work
- Tell us about access, such as roof hatches, plant rooms, ceilings or locked areas
- Tell us about site rules, permits or sign-in
Getting a quote
There’s no standard price list, because no two systems are the same. Instead, we look at your site first, from photos or a survey, then send a fixed quote. To start, phone us on 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line.
Related advice
Signs you need extract fan cleaning in The Platt
Poor filters mean a greasier fan. When filters do not seal, grease goes straight through to the fan, so the fan takes far more than it should.
Look out for these warning signs:
- An extract fan with no cleaning record
- A heavily greased fan housing
- A fan that no longer moves enough air
- Grease around the motor and its mounts
If you run catering at a historic house or estate in the area (Wadhurst Castle is about 3 miles south-east), event kitchens in older buildings often have awkward duct runs that need planning.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether a survey comes first
- What hours they’ll be on site
- Their accreditations, such as BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite, CHAS or SafeContractor
- When the next visit should be, and why
Landlords, agents and facilities managers
Facilities teams in offices, schools and healthcare sites book us too in The Platt and across Kent. Work can be phased by floor, building or site to keep disruption down.
From a single site to a large estate, you get the same standard: a survey first, a fixed quote, the work timed around the site and a report with pictures.
Towns and villages near The Platt
What else we do in The Platt
The Platt questions
Which council inspects kitchens in The Platt?
That’s Wealden council, whose environmental health officers carry out food hygiene inspections in The Platt. It helps to keep the extract cleaning records with your food safety paperwork, so they’re ready if asked for.
Do you cover smaller places like The Platt?
Yes. The Platt is within the area we cover across London and the South East. The journey is planned ahead, so a few details about the route help.
Can you come out in an emergency?
Yes, any time. For anything urgent, such as a fan failure or damage after a fire, ring the 24/7 line and we will talk you through the next steps.
What’s the cleaning interval for an extract fan?
It depends on how many hours the kitchen cooks, under BESA guidance. Heavy use means at least every 3 months, light use at least every 12, fan included.
Is there a survey before the work?
Yes. For many sites, pictures and a few details are enough, while bigger or harder-to-see systems are surveyed on site.
What accreditations do you have?
BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite membership, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease, plus CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001. We are fully insured and have been trading since 2009.
What is 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 do you need from me for a quote?
Where the site is, what it is and when it’s open, along with a few pictures and any previous report.
What affects the cost of extract fan cleaning
Your quote is based on your site. We consider:
- Where the site is and how we reach it
- Access, including roofs, risers and ceiling voids
- The condition of the system
- One-off work versus a regular cycle
We don’t list prices on the website, because each job is priced on what it involves. Call for a fixed quote, and we’ll explain what it covers.
What we need to know
A few details help us quote accurately. With your enquiry, please include:
- A few general shots of the system
- Your opening hours and when the area is out of use
- Where the site is and what kind of site it is
- The paperwork from the last visit, if you have it
If you need extract fan cleaning in The Platt, call us on 0345 646 2711 or use the quote form. Tell us what kind of premises it is and when it’s open, plus photos or the previous report if they’re to hand. We usually send a fixed quote within one working day.
The Platt kitchens: local notes
The fire and rescue service for The Platt is Kent Fire and Rescue Service. In most workplaces, including commercial kitchens, it’s the fire and rescue authority that enforces the Fire Safety Order. About 33 miles out from central London, The Platt is part of the South East area we work across. Evening, overnight and weekend visits are all possible.
Bursars and site managers at schools such as Frant Church of England Primary School tend to book extract cleaning for when the kitchen is empty. A hospital like Tunbridge Wells Homeopathic Hospital, about 3.4 miles north, is the kind of site where a kitchen may cook for patients, staff and visitors all day.
The Platt is about 4 miles south of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. From the centre of The Platt to the outskirts, we cover extract fan cleaning for every kind of premises, from a single unit to a large public building. The Platt is one of 922 towns, villages and districts in Kent where we work for commercial clients. Maidstone is in our area too, around 17 miles away.
We cover every part of the TN3 postcode area for extract fan cleaning and the roads nearby. Nearby, we also carry out extract fan cleaning in Frant (1 mile north), Mark Cross (2 miles south), Eridge Green (2 miles north-west), Town Row (3 miles south-west) and Tidebrook (3 miles south). Further out, we also cover Sevenoaks (14 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (4 miles north), Tonbridge (8 miles north), Kings Hill (14 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (8 miles north-east) and Southborough (5 miles north).
What’s near The Platt
Typical jobs here are in premises near The George Public House and Eridge Park, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Frant station, about 1.7 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Tunbridge Wells Homeopathic Hospital (3.4 miles north) and The Corn Exchange (2.9 miles north). For a walk, there’s Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve.
Part by part
Inline duct fans
Hidden in a ceiling void, an inline fan is easily missed. The survey makes sure it’s part of the clean.
Fan housings and motors
Inside the casing, grease is thrown onto the walls. We clean it along with the blades.
What extract fan cleaning can’t fix
It’s worth knowing the limits before booking:
- Damaged fan blades
- A fan that won’t start
- A faulty speed controller or isolator
If in doubt, ring 0345 646 2711 or use the quote form and we will say what we think before you book.
Parts of the system we cover
- Fan housings
- Centrifugal fans
- Discharge points
- In-line fans
- Axial fans
- Roof-mounted fans
In-house cleaning or a specialist?
Staff cleaning doesn’t replace a specialist visit; it supports it. Regular in-house cleaning slows the build-up, but the parts you can’t see still need a specialist at the right interval.
Staff cleaning and specialist work aren’t the same thing. Wiping filters daily and washing them weekly keeps the visible parts in order, but grease that has passed the filters is out of reach. Reaching it takes a specialist with the right equipment.