West Sussex · Grease filter exchange
Grease Filter Exchange in Codmore Hill
A scheduled grease filter exchange, swapping dirty canopy filters for clean ones for businesses, landlords and public buildings in Codmore Hill. CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001, and fully insured.
- Filter washing that keeps being missed
- Filters so greasy the air can barely pass
- Bent or damaged filters that do not sit properly
About our grease filter exchange in Codmore Hill
We set up grease filter exchange for kitchens in Codmore Hill on a schedule that suits their cooking. The heavier the cooking, the more often filters need changing while a lighter kitchen can go longer. The interval is agreed before the first visit. Common call-outs are for a canopy that drips grease and smoke and heat lingering under the hood, across island canopies, baffle filters and wall canopies.
Somewhere as small as Codmore Hill, commercial kitchens are few: perhaps a pub, a school or care home kitchen, or a hall used for events. Every one of them still needs its extract kept clear of grease.
Insurers, fire officers and environmental health officers all look at records. That is why every job is written up in a report with photos, and grease extract cleans come with a TR19® certificate issued through the BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite portal.
- Where
- Codmore Hill (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Records
- Photo report after each visit
- Quote
- A fixed quote up front
- Hours
- When your site is closed, plus a 24/7 line
- Call
- 0345 646 2711
- Page updated
- 30 October 2026
Honest limits
We will not sell you work that does not address the problem, so here are the limits:
- Extraction problems caused by the fan rather than the filters
- Grease already built up in the ductwork, which needs a full TR19 clean
- Smell complaints that need odour control equipment
If you’re not sure, just ring 0345 646 2711, or email photos and we will give you a straight answer.
Where we work
- Mesh filters
- Wall canopies
- Restaurants and pubs
- Baffle filters
- School and hospital kitchens
- Island canopies
What happens on the day
At the end of the visit, someone from your team can look over the work with us. We point out anything that couldn’t be reached or needs a follow-up, and it goes on the report too. All told, the work takes a short visit, depending on how many filters the canopies hold. Somewhere like Codmore Hill, lanes, gates and parking are worth mentioning in advance.
- We look at the canopies and the condition of the filters.
- We note any filters that are bent, damaged or missing.
- Greasy filters are swapped for clean ones.
- We check the filters are seated and the canopy is ready to use.
- We tell you if the plenum or canopy needs a clean.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any parking or loading restrictions
- Move anything stored near the system
- Mention any locked doors, roof access or ceiling voids
Ask for a quote
Some systems can be priced from pictures; others need a survey. Big or complicated sites, and systems that are hard to see in pictures, get a survey first. Either way, the quote is fixed before any work is booked.
Related advice
Aftercare tips
Simple habits between visits make a real difference. We recommend:
- Keep the canopy clear for exchange visits
- Keep every filter in place during service
- Keep canopy surfaces wiped down
- Keep the extract on whenever the range is in use
Between visits, check that every filter is still in place. A missing filter leaves a gap for grease so tell us if you need a replacement.
Saturated filters let more grease through. Getting onto a regular exchange now keeps grease out of the plenum and ductwork until the next TR19 clean.
How the job changes from site to site
Mesh filters
Layers of mesh catch grease droplets. They clog quickly in a busy kitchen and need frequent attention.
The plenum
With good filters, less grease ends up in the plenum, but it’s still cleaned during a full TR19 clean.
What your team can do, and what needs us
Good housekeeping makes our visits easier, not unnecessary. Clean filters and tidy surfaces slow the build-up, but hidden parts of the system still need specialist attention.
Day-to-day cleaning is something your team can do: wiping down canopy surfaces, cleaning filters and keeping a simple log. What they cannot safely do is clean inside the ductwork, the fan or the risers, which is where we come in.
Why deal with it now?
Grease dripping from the canopy is a sign the filters can’t hold any more. Left, it ends up on equipment, food areas and staff and that is the kind of thing inspectors look for. It’s worth booking a check, because nobody sees inside a duct day to day.
Working hours, access and the scale of the site all affect the cost. We take each of them into account, and the price is fixed before we start.
Why choose Duct Doctor in Codmore Hill
- Survey first, then a fixed quote
- Fixed quotes from a survey or photos
- Out-of-hours work and a 24/7 emergency line
- A single point of contact for sites across the South East and London
Take a look at our cost guide or our accreditations and certificates.
FAQs for Codmore Hill
Can the work in Codmore Hill be done at night or at weekends?
Yes, out-of-hours work is a big part of what we do. Your customers, staff or residents in Codmore Hill needn’t be disturbed. Just ring 0345 646 2711 or email us with your opening times and we’ll plan around them.
Who carries out food hygiene inspections in Codmore Hill?
Kitchens in Codmore Hill are inspected by Horsham council’s environmental health officers. How often a business is inspected depends on the risk rating the council gives it, so it’s worth staying ready all year.
What does TR19 mean?
BESA’s ventilation hygiene specification in two main parts: TR19® Grease for kitchen extracts and TR19® Air for supply and extract systems. It isn’t law, but it’s the benchmark.
What should go in our maintenance log?
Each report and certificate we give you, kept together in your maintenance log, along with your own cleaning log. BESA advises that certificates record the date, location and technician.
Do I get a report after the visit?
Yes, always. It’s a dated, written report with pictures, and TR19® Grease cleans come with a certificate through the BESCA VHE portal. Keep it in your maintenance log.
Can you set up regular visits?
Yes. Scheduled maintenance plans are part of what we do, set at the interval the system needs. Each report recommends when the next visit should be.
Which sectors do you work in?
Restaurants and pubs, hotels, schools and colleges, hospitals and care homes, offices and retail, as well as food production and leisure sites.
What happens if you can’t reach some of it?
We never leave them off the paperwork. The report says which parts couldn’t be reached and why, along with a quote to put access in.
Grease filter exchange in Codmore Hill: the local picture
Food Standards Agency records list about 8 cafés, restaurants and staff canteens across Codmore Hill and its immediate surroundings (about a mile and a half). Swapping filters on a schedule keeps kitchens like these drawing air properly. Kitchens in Codmore Hill get their food hygiene inspections from Horsham 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. West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service covers Codmore Hill. Fire and rescue authorities enforce the Fire Safety Order in most non-domestic premises, and in a kitchen that fire risk includes the grease in the extract.
If you run a church or community hall kitchen, near The Parish Church of St Mary or elsewhere in Codmore Hill, its extract still collects grease from every lunch and event. Term dates shape school work: for a school like St Mary's Church of England Primary School, an extract clean fits neatly into a half-term or summer break. Older buildings often hide long, awkward duct runs, and if you run a kitchen at a historic venue in the area (Old Place Manor is about 1 mile south-west), access may need planning.
Codmore Hill is about 10 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. We carry out grease filter exchange for businesses, landlords and public buildings in Codmore Hill and the rest of West Sussex. We cover 371 places across West Sussex, from busy centres to quieter spots. Our Brighton page covers sites nearby (19 miles or so).
Grease filter exchange in RH20 follows the same survey, fixed quote and written report as everywhere else we cover. We cover sites on Masons Way, Hill Farm Lane and Stane Street and nearby roads. Close by, we work in Broomershill (1 mile south-east), North Heath (1 mile north-east), Nutbourne (1 mile south-east), Marehill (1 mile south-east) and Gay Street (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (11 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (11 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Codmore Hill
The closest station to Codmore Hill is Pulborough station, roughly 1.2 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Coates Castle (4.2 miles west). For a walk, there’s The Mens.
Towns and villages near Codmore Hill
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Fixed quotes for grease filter exchange in Codmore Hill
The price is fixed before any work begins. It’s based on:
- The condition of the system
- Working hours and out-of-hours timing
- How many systems or sites are involved
- How easy every part is to reach
A single site or a whole portfolio, we price it on the same basis: the work involved, the access and the timing. The price is fixed before any work starts.
What to send for a quote
Before you ask for a quote, gather:
- A few general shots of the system
- Your opening hours and when the area is out of use
- The roof, plant room or outside wall the system runs to
- Anything you’ve noticed, such as smells, noise, drips or poor airflow
If you need grease filter exchange in Codmore Hill, call us on 0345 646 2711 or use the quote form. Let us know the site type and the opening hours, and send pictures or your last report if you can. A fixed quote usually follows within one working day.