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Grease Filter Exchange in Pett Bottom
Grease filter exchange for commercial sites in Pett Bottom and across Kent. BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite member, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease.
- Missing filters in the filter bank
- Grease dripping from the canopy
- Staff short of time to wash filters
Grease filter exchange in Pett Bottom
An exchange visit in Pett Bottom does not take long. The greasy filters come out, clean ones go in, and we check they’re seated with no gaps. Anything that needs attention is pointed out. Common call-outs are for filters that come out of the sink still dirty and a canopy that drips grease, across wall canopies, school and hospital kitchens and mesh filters.
Work in a small place like Pett Bottom starts with a call to agree access and timings, 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’ve been trading since 2009, and we are a BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite member, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease. We also hold CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001, and we carry full insurance.
- Place
- Pett Bottom (CT4)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Reporting
- Photo report after every visit
- Quotes
- A fixed quote up front
- Working hours
- Evenings, overnight and weekends; 24/7 emergencies
- Telephone
- 0345 646 2711
- Page updated
- 30 October 2026
Signs you need grease filter exchange in Pett Bottom
Sometimes a filter is taken out and never put back. Every gap in the filter bank lets grease straight into the plenum where it settles out of sight.
The symptoms we’re asked about most include:
- A canopy running with filters missing
- Poor airflow through the filters
- Filters so greasy the air can barely pass
- Staff short of time to wash filters
If you look after a school kitchen, at a school such as Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys or anywhere near Pett Bottom, the holidays are the usual time for a TR19® clean.
What your quote should include
- Exactly which parts of the system are covered
- Their accreditations, such as BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite, CHAS or SafeContractor
- What paperwork you get at the end
- How VAT is shown on the quote
Towns and villages near Pett Bottom
What else we do in Pett Bottom
Aftercare tips
A little care between visits keeps the system in better shape. We recommend:
- Report damaged filters so they can be replaced
- Clear anything stored on or near the canopy
- Book full TR19 cleans alongside filter changes
- Keep the extract on whenever the range is in use
Nothing changes for your staff, except one less greasy job. Just keep the canopy clear for the next visit and let us know of any changes to opening hours.
Dripping filters are a clear sign they’re full. A clean set right away cuts the grease in the canopy, and it’s worth checking the plenum too.
How we price grease filter exchange
The survey tells us what the work involves. We look at:
- The size of the system
- Working hours and out-of-hours timing
- Where the site is and how we reach it
- Site requirements such as sign-in and permits
Leaving it longer rarely makes the work cheaper. Problems in a system tend to grow, which can make the next visit longer. If you’re unsure, call 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line for straight advice and a fixed quote.
Asking for a quote
Photos let us diagnose from a distance. The most useful are:
- Where the plant sits or the system leaves the building, such as a roof or outside wall
- Anything you’ve noticed, such as smells, noise, drips or poor airflow
- The times we could work without disrupting the site
- Any previous report or certificate
Every quote begins with a look at the system, from your pictures and details or, where that is not enough, a survey on site. After that, you get a fixed price for the work so you know the cost before we start.
Why act early in Pett Bottom
Washing filters in-house is an option for kitchens in Pett Bottom, and that can work if it’s done thoroughly and on time. Where it slips, an exchange service takes the job off staff. Equipment tucked in a roof space or outbuilding near Pett Bottom rarely gets looked at unless someone books it.
We don’t list prices on the website, because the cost depends on the site in front of us. For a fixed quote, call 0345 646 2711 or email us, and we’ll explain what it covers.
Why Pett Bottom businesses choose us
- A BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite member, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease
- Fixed quotes, normally within one working day
- A written report with pictures after each visit
- Ventilation hygiene specialists since 2009
Read what affects the cost and our accreditations and certificates.
Your questions about grease filter exchange in Pett Bottom
Which fire service covers Pett Bottom?
Fire safety enforcement in Pett Bottom is handled by Kent Fire and Rescue Service. A recent cleaning certificate and a note of the next clean date show that grease in the extract is being managed.
Can the work in Pett Bottom be done at night or at weekends?
Yes, evening, overnight and weekend work is normal for us. It means the site in Pett Bottom keeps running as normal. When you give us a ring on 0345 646 2711, or email photos, mention when the site is quiet.
What if some of our filters are damaged?
Filters that no longer fit properly need replacing. We will show you which ones when we find them.
Is there a cleaning option for the filters we have?
We offer filter cleaning as well as exchange. We will talk you through which suits your kitchen when you get in touch.
What does grease filter exchange cost?
We price it on the number of filters and the visit frequency. Tell us what you have and we will come back with a fixed quote quickly.
Is TR19 cleaning required by law?
No, not in itself. Insurers, fire officers and EHOs look to TR19® as the benchmark, and many insurers ask for proof of cleaning to it. The law behind it is the Fire Safety Order 2005, which applies in England and Wales.
How regularly do grease filters need exchanging?
The right interval depends on the kitchen. If filters are dripping or clogging before the next change, it’s too long, and we can change it.
Do you take the used filters away?
We take them away to be cleaned, so your staff don’t have to wash them. Clean filters go straight in.
Multi-site and managed buildings
Managing agents often deal with us directly. Tell us the site, the work and the access arrangements, and we will send a fixed quote.
From a single site to a large estate, you get the same standard: the system surveyed, the price fixed, the visit fitted around trading and everything written up afterwards.
How the job changes from site to site
The plenum
Heavy grease in the plenum often follows clogged or missing filters or that the next TR19 clean is due.
Busy restaurant and pub kitchens
High-output kitchens clog filters quickly. They often need the shortest exchange interval.
What happens on the day
Before we leave, we walk the area with whoever is on site. 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 anything from a few minutes to an hour or so, depending on the number of filters. Rural roads and tight entrances are worth telling us about before a visit to Pett Bottom.
- We start by noting how many filters you have and what type they are.
- A change schedule is agreed to match the kitchen’s cooking hours.
- At each visit, the greasy filters are lifted out.
- We fit clean filters and check they sit snugly in the housing.
- We flag any damaged filters or anything wrong with the canopy.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking or loading restrictions
- Tell us the best time to work, such as after service or at a weekend
- Mention any locked doors, roof access or ceiling voids
Getting a quote
Need a price for grease filter exchange? Please call 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.
Related advice
Grease filter exchange around Pett Bottom
Pett Bottom is covered by Kent Fire and Rescue Service. Grease in a kitchen extract is a recognised fire risk, and the fire authority enforces the law on managing it in most commercial premises. Pett Bottom, about 55 miles from central London, is within our usual area. We work evenings, overnight and at weekends, so the visit fits around the site.
Church and community hall kitchens, near Church of St Mary or anywhere around Pett Bottom, are easy to forget, but their extracts collect grease like any other. Healthcare kitchens can’t easily close, so their extracts are cleaned overnight or between meal services; the nearest hospital to Pett Bottom is Kent and Canterbury Hospital, about 2.6 miles north.
Pett Bottom is about 4 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. We provide grease filter exchange for businesses, landlords and public buildings in Pett Bottom and the rest of Kent. Our Kent coverage runs to 922 places, Pett Bottom among them. Our Maidstone page covers sites nearby, about 25 miles away.
All of CT4 is within our area for grease filter exchange, from busy streets to back roads. Whether your site is on Pett Bottom Road and School Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Pett Bottom: Lower Hardres (1 mile north-west), Upper Hardres (1 mile south-west), Street End (1 mile north-west), Lynsore Bottom (1 mile south) and Nackington (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (12 miles south-west), Canterbury (4 miles north), Dover (11 miles south-east), Folkestone (10 miles south), Whitstable (9 miles north) and Deal (13 miles east).
What’s near Pett Bottom
Typical jobs here are in premises near The Duck pub. Pett Bottom’s nearest station is Bekesbourne station, roughly 3 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Canterbury Castle (3.4 miles north) and Rupert Bear Museum (3.5 miles north).