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TR19 inspections in Ditchling Common
For TR19 inspections and grease testing in Ditchling Common, one call is all it takes, from survey to sign-off. Fully insured, with CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001.
- An insurer’s request for a TR19 audit
- Heavy grease suspected in the plenum or ducts
- Cleaning intervals that may not suit the kitchen
Why it’s worth doing now in Ditchling Common
Finding a hotspot early means a targeted spot clean rather than a bigger problem later. Ignored, the layer only gets thicker. In a place like Ditchling Common, ductwork and fans are easy to forget until something goes wrong.
We don’t list prices on the website, because the cost depends on the site in front of us. For a fixed quote, ring 0345 646 2711, or email photos, and we’ll talk you through it.
Why choose Duct Doctor in Ditchling Common
- A written report with pictures after each visit
- BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite member, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease
- We diagnose before we treat
- Work around your opening hours, with 24/7 emergency cover
Read our cost guide or how to check a contractor.
About our TR19 inspection in Ditchling Common
Think of a TR19 inspection as the diagnosis before the treatment. Readings, pictures and notes on access are gathered from end to end, so the clean can be planned properly. If you have insurance renewals needing proof of TR19 cleaning and uncertainty over how often to clean, we can put it right, from pre-clean surveys, post-clean checks and insurer audits onwards.
In a small place like Ditchling Common, kitchens are often in older or extended buildings, with long single-storey duct runs, where grease settles in the flat sections. We agree access and timings in advance.
Think of the report as the system’s health record: a dated account with pictures of everything we did. For TR19® Grease cleans, the certificate comes through the BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite portal and sits alongside the report.
- Location
- Ditchling Common (BN6)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Reporting
- Certificate and photo report
- Quote
- A fixed quote up front
- Hours
- Nights, weekends or holidays to suit you
- Telephone
- 0345 646 2711
- Page updated
- 30 October 2026
What happens on the day
The first job on site is protection: sheeting goes over floors and surfaces close to the work. After that, the system is made safe and the work begins. It takes anything from an hour for a small canopy and short duct to a good part of a day for a large site, and the area is cleaned down before we leave. For a village or hamlet like Ditchling Common, tell us about narrow lanes, gates and parking when you book.
- After the clean, we arrange a time to check the system.
- The same access points are opened up.
- We repeat the WFTT or DTT readings.
- Photos are taken to show the condition after the clean.
- We report the findings and flag any areas that need more work.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any sign-in, permit or induction we need
- Let us know when the site is closed or quiet
- Plan for cooking equipment or plant to be off before we arrive
Ask for a quote
Want a quote for TR19 inspection? Please ring 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line with a few details about the site. We will explain what we’d do and send a fixed quote before you commit to anything.
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Keeping the system healthy
Looking after the system between visits is straightforward, and it makes the next visit easier:
- Report grease dripping from the canopy
- Do not box in or cover duct access panels
- Book the next test on the date in the report
- Never cook with filters missing
Where sections couldn’t be reached, the report says where access panels would help. Fitting them before the next clean means the whole system gets done.
Test grease regularly instead of relying on the calendar. It shows if build-up is speeding up.
What we are called out for in Ditchling Common
You cannot judge grease thickness by eye. Clean filters can hide a heavy layer behind them, which is why readings matter.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Missing TR19 certificates or history
- Extracts that may be over the 200 micron mean
- Systems that need surveying before cleaning
- Missing access panels found on survey
Healthcare kitchens cannot easily close, so their extracts are cleaned overnight or between meal services; the nearest hospital to Ditchling Common is St Francis Hospital, about 3 miles north.
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if part of the system cannot be accessed
- Whether the figure could change on the day
- Whether a written report and pictures are included
- How VAT is shown on the quote
What affects the cost of TR19 inspection
Every site gets its own quote. This is what makes a difference:
- How many systems or sites are involved
- Whether it’s a one-off visit or part of a schedule
- Travel, parking and unloading
- The size of the system
Several systems or sites on one quote often makes better use of the time. Mention every system or site you need covered, and you’ll get one fixed quote.
Helping us quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote. When you get in touch, it helps to send:
- The site address and the type of premises
- Your opening hours and when the area is out of use
- Anything you’ve noticed, such as smells, noise, drips or poor airflow
- The paperwork from the last visit, if you have it
Some systems can be priced from photos; others need a survey. Larger sites, and anything hidden behind walls, ceilings or floors, are normally surveyed first. Either way, you get a fixed price before any work starts.
What TR19 inspection looks like in Ditchling Common
Look up Ditchling Common on the FSA’s food hygiene register and you will find about 12 restaurants, cafés and canteens and about 3 sandwich bars and takeaways within about 1.5 miles of central Ditchling Common. For any of them with a canopy, measuring grease is better than guessing when to clean. Food hygiene inspections in Ditchling Common are the job of Lewes council’s environmental health team. The cleanliness of the kitchen and its equipment, extraction included, is part of what they check. A dated certificate in the maintenance file answers the question before it’s asked. West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service covers Ditchling Common. In most workplaces, including commercial kitchens, it’s the fire and rescue authority that enforces the Fire Safety Order.
Historic houses near Ditchling Common, such as Ockenden Manor about 4.7 miles north-west, are a reminder that older buildings with event kitchens can have long, awkward duct routes. Term dates shape school work: for a school like Birchwood Grove Community Primary School, an extract clean fits neatly into a half-term or summer break.
Ditchling Common is about 2 miles south-east of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. We carry out TR19 inspection for businesses, landlords and public buildings in Ditchling Common and the rest of West Sussex. We cover 371 places across West Sussex, from busy centres to quieter spots. We also work in Brighton, about 8 miles from Ditchling Common.
Postcode districts we cover here for TR19 inspection: BN6. If your site is just outside Ditchling Common, we cover Wivelsfield (1 mile north), Wivelsfield Green (2 miles north-east), Plumpton Green (2 miles south-east), Streat (2 miles south) and East Chiltington (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (12 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Haywards Heath (4 miles north), East Grinstead (13 miles north), Shoreham-by-Sea (11 miles south-west) and Lancing (13 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Ditchling Common
Around Ditchling Common, our work takes us to kitchens and buildings near The Burgess Hill Academy and Burgess Hill Girls. The closest station to Ditchling Common is Burgess Hill station, roughly 1.6 miles west of the centre. A little further out are Clayton Castle (3.4 miles south-west) and Burgess Hill Museum (1.7 miles north-west). Not far away are Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve and Ditchling Beacon.
Landlords, agents and facilities managers
Keeping records across a portfolio is half the battle. Each visit ends with a dated report and pictures, so you can show an insurer or inspector what was done at each site.
Managing agents often deal with us directly. Tell us the site, the work and the access arrangements, and we’ll send a fixed quote.
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When something else is needed
Before you book, it helps to know what’s not included:
- Hidden runs that need access panels first
- Installation problems, which fall under design guidance such as DW172
- The legal duty, which stays with the responsible person
If in doubt, give us a ring on 0345 646 2711 or email us and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Where we work
- Pre-clean surveys
- Wet film thickness tests
- Deposit thickness tests
- Insurer audits
- Post-clean checks
- Access surveys
FAQs for Ditchling Common
Who enforces fire safety at workplaces in Ditchling Common?
West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service is the fire and rescue service for Ditchling Common. 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 Ditchling Common 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 Ditchling Common needn’t be disturbed. Let us know the hours you’re closed and we’ll book within them.
How do you measure grease in a kitchen extract?
Readings are taken using the Wet Film Thickness Test or the Deposit Thickness Test, and set against the TR19® Grease figures.
How much does TR19 inspection cost?
Every site is different, so each gets its own fixed quote. For a quote, ring 0345 646 2711 or use the quote form with the site type, opening hours and a few pictures.
How long does grease testing take?
It takes anything from an hour for a small canopy and short duct to a good part of a day for a large site. The visit is timed so cooking isn’t disrupted.
What do you need from me for a quote?
A short description and a few pictures, with the address and opening hours. We will ask for anything else we need.
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.
Do you have a 24/7 line?
Yes, day and night, every day of the year. Our office is open from 8am to 6pm on weekdays, with the emergency line covering every other hour.