East Sussex · BN23
Kitchen extract cleaning in BN23
TR19® kitchen extract cleaning, fire damper testing and ventilation hygiene across BN23, from Eastbourne, Langney and Crumbles. Fixed quotes before we start and out-of-hours working.
Where we work in BN23
Cleaning and testing we offer in BN23
- Ventilation duct cleaning
- Extract fan repair and replacement
- Grease trap cleaning
- Commercial kitchen deep cleaning
- Canopy and hood cleaning
- Grease filter exchange
- Air handling unit cleaning
- Kitchen extract cleaning
- TR19 inspections and grease testing
- Extract fan cleaning
- Fire damper testing
- Ductwork cleaning
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Tell us what needs doing and your postcode for a quick quote: ring 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line.
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Towns and villages in East Sussex
Every area we cover
Kitchen extract cleaning in BN23: how it works
We treat an extract system much as a doctor treats a patient: diagnose with a survey, treat with a thorough clean, then sign it off. The sign-off is a TR19 certificate with a photo report, issued through the BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite portal. The work covers extract fans, discharge points and canopies and hoods, and the jobs we see most are extraction mentioned at an environmental health visit and a new tenancy or takeover with no cleaning history.
Our technicians bring everything the work needs, including protection sheets, the right tools and access kit. All we need from you is clear access and the right equipment switched off. On site, the work takes a few hours for a small kitchen, longer for a large system.
- We survey the system, from your pictures or on site, canopy to discharge.
- Grease thickness is measured and the price is fixed before work starts.
- On the night, the equipment is off and cool and the kitchen is sheeted.
- Filters, canopy and plenum are cleaned, then the ducts, risers, fan and discharge.
- We re-test, photograph and send your certificate and photo report.
What affects the price in BN23
Several systems or sites on one quote often makes better use of the time. Tell us about everything you’d like looked at and we will price it together.
Why choose Duct Doctor
- Evenings, overnight and weekends, plus 24/7 emergency callout
- In business since 2009
- A fixed price before any work starts
- Photo reports with every job
How to get a quote
For a fixed quote, give us a ring on 0345 646 2711, or send details by email and tell us the type of site, your opening hours and roughly what the system looks like. A few pictures and your last certificate or report help a lot. We typically come back within one working day.
Near you in Eastbourne
Typical jobs here are in premises near St Andrew, Princes Park and Stafford Junior School and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include The King's Arms Public House (0.9 miles south-east), WMG Academy for Young Engineers (1.5 miles south-west) and Ratton School (1.1 miles west). The nearest railway station is Hampden Park station, roughly 0.7 miles north-west. A little further out are Pevensey Castle (3 miles north-east) and Royal Sussex Regimental Museum (1 mile south-east). The countryside around Eastbourne includes Combe Hill.
Where we work in BN23
In BN23, a busy kitchen in a place such as Eastbourne, Langney and Hampden Park and a quiet village kitchen need very different cleaning intervals. The right interval comes from hours of use and grease readings.
Much of our work across London and the South East happens in the evening, overnight or at weekends, so sites in BN23 can keep trading. In the coastal parts of BN23, salt air and damp are hard on ductwork, fans and dampers, which is worth knowing when systems are inspected.
Eastbourne: For schools such as Stafford Junior School, kitchen extract cleaning is typically booked for the holidays, when the canteen is closed. If you run catering at a healthcare site, such as a hospital like Eastbourne District General Hospital about 0.9 miles west, the extract may need cleaning more often than a part-time kitchen.
Why deal with it now?
Grease that’s left only gets thicker. BESA guidance says the mean should not go above 200 microns between cleans, and anywhere reaching 500 microns or more needs a spot clean straight away. The longer it’s left, the bigger the job becomes.
Comparing quotes
- Whether the price is fixed
- Whether the quote shows VAT
- Whether the quote is based on a survey or photos
- Whether the work can be done while the site is closed
When it’s something else
An honest diagnosis matters more to us than a booking, so here’s what kitchen extract cleaning will not do:
- A canopy that is too small or a system that was badly designed
- Blocked drains from a neglected grease trap (a separate service)
- A damper that sticks or has a damaged link
What your team can do, and what needs us
If your staff spot something between visits, like drips, unusual noise, smells or damaged filters, it’s best reported rather than tackled in-house. We can diagnose it and quote.
Keep a record of what your team does. A simple log of filter washes, wipe-downs and checks helps show that the system is managed between specialist visits, alongside our reports.
What affects the quote in BN23
The quote reflects the site in front of us. We take into account:
- Site rules, permits and inductions
- Travel, parking and unloading
- Whether we need access equipment or extra panels
- One-off work versus a regular cycle
One small site or a whole estate, we price it on the same basis: what needs doing, how we get to it and when. The price is fixed before any work starts.
Helping us quote
Many jobs can be priced from photos and some basics. Useful things to send:
- Wide photos of the system and the area around it
- Your opening hours and when the area is out of use
- The roof, plant room or outside wall the system runs to
- Any access panels or hatches you can see
To help us quote: the address, the type of site and when it’s open, photos of the system and the last certificate or report, if there is one. Then phone us on 0345 646 2711 or use the quote form.
What we’re called out for in BN23
Hours of cooking are the biggest factor. Under BESA guidance, heavy use of 12 to 16 hours a day means a clean at least every 3 months, moderate use every 6 months and light use every 12. Those are minimums, and grease readings can show a kitchen needs cleaning sooner.
Clients normally contact us when they notice one of these:
- Grease drips onto cooking equipment
- A smoky, hot kitchen with weak extraction
- Cleaning needed before an insurance renewal or survey
- An inspection that picked up a dirty extract
BN23 questions
What’s the right cleaning interval for a kitchen extract?
It depends on how many hours a day the kitchen cooks. BESA’s minimums run from every 3 months for heavy use to every 12 months for light use. We will recommend a date after measuring the grease.
What is TR19?
A BESA 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.
Do you clean the whole extract system or just the canopy?
Everything from canopy to discharge: canopy inside and out, plenum, grease filters, ductwork, risers, extract fan and discharge, plus attenuators where fitted. Any part without access is noted.
How far ahead should we book?
Earlier is better, particularly for night and weekend visits. Quotes usually come back within one working day, and emergencies are covered by our 24/7 line.
What do I get after the clean?
Every clean comes with a TR19 certificate and a photo report. They belong in the maintenance log so they’re to hand when an insurer asks.
Do insurers need proof of extract cleaning?
Many insurers ask for proof of regular cleaning to TR19, and many policies require it. An insurer may refuse or reduce a claim if there’s no evidence, so it’s worth checking your policy wording.
What accreditations do you hold?
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.