West Berkshire · Kitchen extract cleaning
TR19 kitchen extract cleaning in Wellhouse
For kitchen extract cleaning in Wellhouse, one call is all it takes: survey, fixed quote, work and sign-off. Fully insured, with CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001.
- A kitchen taken over without any extract records
- Grease smells coming from the extract
- Proof of cleaning requested by an insurer
Kitchen duct cleaning in Wellhouse
Across Wellhouse, we clean kitchen extract systems to BESA TR19® Grease. The job starts with a survey and grease readings, then works through canopy, plenum, filters, ductwork, fan and discharge. At the finish there’s a TR19 certificate and a before and after photo report. If you have a kitchen taken over without any extract records and ductwork thick with old, hardened grease, we can put it right. Kitchens in Wellhouse book us for TR19 cleaning for three reasons: the insurer asked, the EHO asked, or the canopy is dripping. Either way, the answer is the same: a proper clean and the paperwork to match.
Before we clean, we look at where the grease is: wet film or deposit thickness readings show which parts of the duct need the most attention, and readings afterwards go into your report.
Work in a small place like Wellhouse starts with a call to agree access and timings, and the clean itself is the same full TR19® job as in any town: canopy to discharge, then a TR19® certificate and a photo report.
Accreditations are easy to claim and worth checking. Ours are BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite membership, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease, plus CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001, with full insurance on top.
- Where
- Wellhouse (RG18)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Paperwork
- Certificate and photo report
- Quotes
- A fixed quote up front
- Hours
- After hours by arrangement; emergencies any time
- Telephone
- 0345 646 2711
- Reviewed
- 30 October 2026
What the work involves, part by part
Ductwork and risers
Long flat runs of duct are where grease collects. Each run is cleaned through its access panels, recording any that can’t be reached.
Grease filters
Between TR19 cleans, filters still need regular cleaning, and a filter exchange service can take that off your hands. Keeping them clean helps the rest of the system stay cleaner.
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What affects the quote in Wellhouse
We do not publish a price list, because sites vary so much. What we look at:
- The condition we find in the survey
- Access, including roofs, risers and ceiling voids
- Whether it’s a one-off visit or part of a schedule
- How many systems or sites are involved
The price reflects the work, not guesswork. That’s why we survey first, from pictures or on site, and the price is agreed before any work starts.
What we need to know
What to send for a quote:
- Wide photos of the system and the area around it
- Anything you’ve noticed, such as smells, noise, drips or poor airflow
- Detail shots of panels, filters and grilles
- The paperwork from the last visit, if you have it
We don’t publish a 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 get going, give us a ring on 0345 646 2711 or send us an email.
Signs you need kitchen extract cleaning in Wellhouse
A lot of duct grease gets there because the filters let it through. Filters that are bent, badly fitted, missing or left uncleaned let more fat into the plenum and duct, and it does not stop until it reaches the fan.
Keep an eye out for these warning signs:
- Rancid smells from grease in the duct
- Cleaning needed before an insurance renewal or survey
- A new tenancy or takeover with no cleaning history
- An extract that no longer clears the smoke
Volunteers running a hall kitchen near Church of St Mary, or anywhere in Wellhouse, may not know when the extract was last cleaned, and a grease test settles it.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens if part of the system can’t be accessed
- When the next visit should be, and why
- Whether the quote shows VAT
- Whether the quote is based on a survey or pictures
Leave it or put it right?
TR19® is not law, but the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 is. It puts a duty on the responsible person to assess and reduce fire risk, and in a kitchen that means keeping extract grease under control. Cleaning to TR19 is the recognised way to show you’ve done it. If the system at a site near Wellhouse fails, there may be nowhere nearby to move to.
What you pay depends on the size of the system, what state it’s in and how easy it is to reach. We give you a fixed price before we start, so there are no surprises.
Why choose Duct Doctor in Wellhouse
- Accredited under CHAS and SafeContractor, with ISO 9001
- Every job surveyed first
- We are fully insured
- Trading since 2009
See what affects the cost and our accreditations.
Between visits
No system stays clean for ever, but care slows the build-up. Our tips:
- Keep the TR19 certificate and photo report in the maintenance log
- Report grease drips, smells or fan noise straight away
- Run the extract fan throughout cooking
- Keep to the recommended cleaning interval
If we couldn’t get into part of the duct, the report says so plainly. That is part of an honest TR19 clean, not a failing, and new access panels can be fitted so the next clean covers it.
Regular filter cleaning is the simplest thing a kitchen can do. A filter that’s clean and seated properly stops more grease getting into the plenum, so the ductwork stays cleaner for longer.
FAQs for Wellhouse
Can you get to a site in Wellhouse?
Yes, we work in villages as well as towns, and Wellhouse is covered. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Who inspects food businesses in Wellhouse?
Food hygiene inspections in Wellhouse are carried out by West Berkshire council. An officer may look up into the canopy, so clean filters on the day and a recent certificate on file both help.
Will I get a certificate after the clean?
Yes, a TR19 certificate, along with a photo report. It records what was cleaned, what wasn’t accessible and the recommended next clean date.
What does TR19 mean?
TR19® is the BESA specification for keeping ventilation systems clean. Since 2019, TR19® Grease has been a standalone specification for grease in kitchen extract systems, while TR19® Air covers other supply and extract ductwork.
Are you accredited for kitchen extract cleaning?
Duct Doctor is a BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite member, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease. CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001 sit alongside that, and we are fully insured.
Can you price the work without visiting?
Yes, if we can see what we need. If not, a site survey comes first, then a fixed quote.
Why do insurers care about extract cleaning?
Because a dirty extract can spread a fire through a building. Many insurers require TR19 cleaning, and may refuse or reduce a claim without proof, so keep every certificate.
Can one contract cover all our sites?
Yes. You deal with one contact for every site across London and the South East, with visits on a regular schedule.
When something else is needed
We’ll always give you a straight diagnosis, so here’s what this work can’t put right:
- A fan motor or bearings that have failed (that needs a fan repair or replacement)
- Faulty fire dampers in the duct
- Blocked drains from a neglected grease trap (a separate service)
Not sure which it is? You can call us on 0345 646 2711, or email photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
Where we work
- Horizontal duct runs
- Extract fans
- Vertical risers
- Plenums and filters
- Discharge points
- Canopies and hoods
Grease, kitchens and Wellhouse
Kitchens in Wellhouse get their food hygiene inspections from West Berkshire council. An officer looking round a kitchen will see the canopy, and grease there is hard to miss. Before-and-after photos from each clean are a simple way to show the extract is in hand. Wellhouse sits within the area of Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service. The Fire Safety Order puts the duty on whoever runs a kitchen to control its fire risk, and a greasy duct is fuel.
Term dates shape school work: for a school like Hermitage Primary School, an extract clean fits neatly into a half-term or summer break. Healthcare kitchens cannot easily close, so their extracts are cleaned overnight or between meal services; the nearest hospital to Wellhouse is West Berkshire Community Hospital, about 3.4 miles south-west.
Wellhouse is about 3 miles north of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. Every kind of commercial site in Wellhouse, kitchen extract cleaning is something we can help with. Visits can be booked for evenings, overnight or weekends so trading isn’t interrupted. We cover 155 places across West Berkshire, large and small. For sites nearby, see our Reading page (12 miles or so).
All of RG18 is within our area for kitchen extract cleaning, from busy streets to back roads. If your site is just outside Wellhouse, we cover Hermitage (1 mile west), Little Hungerford (1 mile north-west), Oare (1 mile north-west), Longlane (1 mile west) and Cold Ash (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Newbury (5 miles south-west), Thatcham (3 miles south), Burghfield Common (9 miles south-east), Speenhamland (4 miles south-west), Hungerford (12 miles west) and Spencers Wood (13 miles east).
Around Wellhouse
In Wellhouse, that means kitchens and buildings near The White Horse pub and the streets around them. Wellhouse’s nearest station is Thatcham station, about 3.9 miles south of the centre. Nearby you will also find Hampstead Norris Castle (2.2 miles north) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (3.4 miles south-west). The countryside around Wellhouse includes Nature Discovery Centre.
What happens on the day
Our technicians bring everything the work needs, from protective sheeting to tools and access equipment. All we need from you is clear access and the right equipment switched off. On site, the work takes one visit for most kitchens, while large or complex systems may need more than one. Pictures of the system and its access let us plan the work in Wellhouse before we set off.
- First the diagnosis: a survey of the whole system and its access points.
- We record grease levels at set points, then fix the price.
- After the kitchen closes, we sheet the area and set up to contain grease and water.
- The treatment: heavy grease scraped out, then every part degreased to TR19® Grease.
- Then the clean bill of health: readings, a TR19 certificate and a photo report with the next date.
Preparing for the visit
- Have your last certificate or report to hand
- Move anything stored near the system
- Make sure someone can let us in and lock up afterwards
How to get a quote
Want a quote for kitchen extract cleaning? Please call 0345 646 2711, or send details by email with a few details about the site. We will explain what we’d do and send a fixed quote before anything is booked.