West Berkshire · Grease trap cleaning
Grease trap cleaning in Hungerford, West Berkshire
One call covers emptying and cleaning of under-sink and inline grease traps in commercial kitchens in Hungerford, from survey to sign-off. CHAS and SafeContractor accredited, ISO 9001 and fully insured.
- Drains clogged with fat
- A bad smell from the sinks or drains
- An under-sink trap that keeps filling up
When to call us in Hungerford
A full trap can’t hold any more grease. It then builds up in the drains and the sewer beyond, where it can form blockages.
These are the problems we see most often:
- Sinks that drain slowly
- A full, neglected grease trap
- A routine grease trap service
- Drains that gurgle and bubble
For schools such as Hungerford Primary School, deep cleans and grease trap work are normally booked for the holidays.
Comparing quotes
- Whether the quote shows VAT
- Whether the price is fixed
- Whether a written report and pictures are included
- Proof of accreditation you can verify
Grease trap cleaning in Hungerford, done properly
For kitchens across Hungerford, grease trap cleaning fits easily around service. We empty, clean and check the trap, and the waste is taken away. It can be booked on its own or alongside other kitchen work. If you are dealing with a larger grease trap that needs emptying and drains clogged with fat, we can put it right.
Work in a smaller place like Hungerford is planned around your opening hours.
A written report with pictures follows each visit, so you have a record of what was done and when. Kitchen extract cleaning to TR19® Grease is certificated through the BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite portal.
- Where
- Hungerford (RG17)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Reporting
- Photo report after every visit
- Quote
- A fixed quote up front
- Hours
- When your site is closed, plus a 24/7 line
- Phone
- 0345 646 2711
- Reviewed
- 30 October 2026
Why act early in Hungerford
Smells from a neglected trap are hard to ignore. Rotting food and grease give off foul odours and the smell carries. Cleaning it removes the cause. Systems on quieter sites still build up dirt and wear, just more slowly.
You will not find a price list here, because the cost depends on the site in front of us. Call for a fixed quote, and we will talk you through it.
Why choose Duct Doctor in Hungerford
- CHAS and SafeContractor accredited, with ISO 9001
- One number for every site across the South East and London
- Survey first, then a fixed quote
- A fixed price before any work starts
Aftercare tips
So the system stays in good health:
- Report slow or smelly sinks early
- Don’t wait for a blockage to book a clean
- Don’t rely on hot water to clear grease
- Wipe grease off pans before washing them
Once the trap is cleaned and refitted, the sinks can be used right away. We run water through to check it drains before we leave.
A fixed cleaning interval means the trap never gets overfull. The interval is set to suit the trap and the kitchen.
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How the visit works
Everything the job needs comes with us, from protective sheeting to tools and access equipment. You only need to give us clear access and switch off what needs to be off. The visit takes less than an hour for many under-sink units. In a smaller place like Hungerford, parking is rarely the issue, but tell us about gates, roof access and opening hours.
- We find the trap and check how it’s connected.
- We ask for the sinks that drain into the trap not to be used.
- The trap is emptied of grease and food waste.
- The inside, baffles and pipe connections are cleaned.
- Once it’s refitted, water is run through to check it drains, and we take the waste with us.
Getting ready for the visit
- Move anything stored near the system
- Tell us about site rules, permits or sign-in
- Let us know about parking and loading
How to get a quote
Quotes are quick. Send a few details and pictures, and we normally reply with a fixed quote within one working day. Where a survey is needed, we arrange a time that suits the site.
Related advice
Managing agents and facilities teams in Hungerford
Whether it’s one building or many, the standard is the same: diagnosis, a fixed price, work booked around your hours and a written report with photos.
Where a tenant occupies the premises but the landlord owns the building, the lease normally sets out who maintains what. We are happy to deal with either side and send the paperwork to whoever needs it.
Different parts, different methods
Restaurant and takeaway kitchens
Kitchens that fry and wash up all day fill their traps quickly. A shorter cleaning interval typically suits them.
Grease interceptors
Bigger kitchens may have a larger grease interceptor. They hold more grease and solids but they still need cleaning.
What your team can do, and what needs us
Staff cleaning doesn’t replace a specialist visit; it supports it. 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.
Grease trap cleaning around Hungerford
According to Food Standards Agency records, there are about 6 pubs and bars within roughly a mile and a half of the centre of Hungerford. Wherever they cook, the kitchen and its drains need the same attention as a restaurant’s. Kitchens in Hungerford get their food hygiene inspections from West Berkshire council. The state of floors, drains and hard-to-reach corners all feeds into the inspection. A record of each deep clean helps show the kitchen is kept in order.
If you look after a hall kitchen near Church of St Lawrence or anywhere in Hungerford, a deep clean between busy seasons is easier than a scramble before a big event. For busy kitchens close to Hungerford station, deep cleans and grease trap work can be done after closing.
Hungerford is about 8 miles west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Whatever kind of site you run in Hungerford, we can take on grease trap cleaning. We can work out of hours so trading is not interrupted. Hungerford is one of 155 towns, villages and districts in West Berkshire where we work for grease trap cleaning. For sites nearby, see our Reading page (23 miles or so).
Grease trap cleaning in RG17 follows the same survey, fixed quote and written report as everywhere else we cover. You will find streets such as High Street, Lancaster Square and Station Road, and we cover them all for grease trap cleaning. Main roads around Hungerford include the A4 and A338, so getting to you is simple for evening and night visits. We also cover Eddington (1 mile north-east), Upper Eddington (1 mile north), Leverton (1 mile north), Chilton Foliat (2 miles north-west) and Woodlands St Mary (4 miles north). Larger places within reach include Newbury (8 miles east), Thatcham (11 miles east), Speenhamland (8 miles east), Lambourn (7 miles north), Shaw (9 miles east) and Kingsclere (13 miles south-east). Being one of West Berkshire’s larger places, Hungerford has commercial sites of every size, all within our area for grease trap cleaning.
Landmarks near Hungerford
Around Hungerford, our work takes us to kitchens and buildings near The Borough Arms and John O'Gaunt School and the streets around them. Hungerford has its own railway station: Hungerford station. For a walk, there’s Kintbury Newt Ponds and Inkpen Hill.
Common questions in Hungerford
Can the work in Hungerford be done at night or at weekends?
Yes. We work evenings, overnight and at weekends. It means the site in Hungerford keeps running as normal. Your opening times are the first thing we ask for.
Is Hungerford within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. A survey first, from photos or a visit, means we arrive with the right kit.
How long does a grease trap clean take?
Typically, it takes anything from under an hour to a few hours, depending on the trap. A large or very full trap takes longer, and we will tell you in advance.
Do we need to close while you work?
Not typically. Out-of-hours visits keep the disruption down. Bigger sites can be done in stages to keep things running.
Are you fully insured?
Yes. Full insurance covers our work and have been trading since 2009.
Which accreditations do you hold?
We hold CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001, alongside BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite membership, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease. Vent Hygiene Elite is run by BESCA and independently audited.
Is TR19 cleaning required by law?
No. TR19® is BESA’s specification, not legislation. The legal duty comes from the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005: the responsible person must assess and reduce fire risk, and cleaning to TR19® is the recognised way to show grease is under control.
Do you take the waste away?
The waste leaves with us. Nothing greasy is left on site when we go.