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TR19 inspections and grease testing in Drayton, Portsmouth
TR19 inspections and grease testing for Drayton, with a survey first and a report with pictures at the end. Ask us for a fixed quote.
- Kitchens taken over with no cleaning records
- Post-clean verification after another contractor’s clean
- Parts of the system left out of past cleans
Staff cleaning versus specialist work
Keep a record of what your team does. A simple log of filter washes, wipe-downs and checks shows an inspector that the system is looked after between visits, next to our reports.
A few tasks are always specialist work: opening up ductwork, cleaning fans, drop testing fire dampers and measuring grease call for the right kit, training and safe access. That is our job.
TR19 inspection for kitchens and businesses in Drayton
BESA’s minimum cleaning frequencies depend on how long the kitchen cooks each day: heavy use (12 to 16 hours a day) every 3 months, moderate use (6 to 12 hours) every 6 months and light use (2 to 6 hours) every 12 months. Those are minimums, and grease readings help set the real interval. The work covers wet film thickness tests, post-clean checks and access surveys, and the jobs we see most are surveys needed before quoting a full clean and cleaning intervals that may not suit the kitchen.
In a smaller place like Drayton, many kitchens sit in older buildings or later extensions, where the duct may cross a roof void or climb an outside wall. Flat runs collect grease and need proper access to clean.
For insurers and inspectors, the record counts. So every job comes with a written report and pictures, plus a TR19® certificate through the BESCA VHE portal where the work is a TR19® Grease clean.
- Location
- Drayton (PO6)
- Region
- Portsmouth
- Paperwork
- Certificate and photo report
- Quote
- Fixed quote, usually within a working day
- Hours
- Nights, weekends or holidays to suit you
- Telephone
- 0345 646 2711
- Page updated
- 30 October 2026
Different parts, different methods
Restaurants, pubs and hotels
Kitchens that cook for long hours build up grease faster. Readings show if the cleans are frequent enough.
Canopy and plenum
Clean-looking filters do not mean a clean plenum. That’s why we test behind them.
Why it’s worth doing now in Drayton
A check after cleaning shows whether the work reached every part it should have, before the next clean is due. Booking ahead lets us plan the trip to Drayton at a time that suits you.
We do not list prices on the website, because the cost depends on the site in front of us. Call for a fixed quote, and we will explain what it covers.
Why Drayton businesses choose us
- Ventilation hygiene specialists since 2009
- BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite member, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease
- Work around your opening hours, with 24/7 emergency cover
- A fixed price before any work starts
Take a look at our cost guide or our accreditations.
Between visits
After the visit, a few habits help the work last:
- File every inspection report with your certificates
- Keep canopy edges and gutters wiped down
- Mention new equipment or longer hours at the next test
- Keep access panels clear and unpainted
You get a report with the grease readings, where they were taken and pictures of each point. Keep it with your fire safety and TR19 records.
When cooking hours or the menu change, check the interval still fits. A quick grease test answers the question.
Landlords, agents and facilities managers
For anyone managing more than one site, we can plan visits across the whole estate and price them together. Every building has its own written report, so records stay tidy.
We regularly work with managing agents. Send the address, what’s needed and how access works and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
Signs you need TR19 inspection in Drayton
You cannot judge grease thickness by eye. Clean filters can hide a heavy layer behind them, which is why readings matter.
Keep an eye out for these warning signs:
- Parts of the system left out of past cleans
- Cleaning intervals that may not suit the kitchen
- Post-clean verification after another contractor’s clean
- Insurers asking for TR19 evidence
If you run a church or community hall kitchen, near Drayton Methodist Church or elsewhere in Drayton, its extract still collects grease from every lunch and event.
What to look for in a quote
- What records you will receive afterwards
- How they set the interval to the next visit
- What happens if part of the system cannot be accessed
- What hours they’ll be on site
Kitchen extracts in Drayton
Drayton lies within about 1 mile of the sea. Corrosion on the fan housing and cowl is worth a look at every clean, alongside the grease. Food Standards Agency records include about 16 pubs, bars and clubs and about 4 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses within 1.5 miles or so of the middle of Drayton. Where they serve hot food, their kitchen extracts need cleaning to TR19® like any restaurant’s. Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service covers Drayton. In most workplaces, including commercial kitchens, it’s the fire and rescue authority that enforces the Fire Safety Order.
For schools such as Springfield School, kitchen extract cleaning is typically booked for the holidays, when the canteen is closed. A hospital like Queen Alexandra Hospital, about 1.1 miles west, is the kind of site where a kitchen may cook for patients, staff and visitors all day.
Drayton is about 2 miles south of Purbrook, in Portsmouth. Across the PO6 area, we can carry out TR19 inspection at your premises. Our area takes in 19 places across Portsmouth, large and small.
Work in PO6 follows the same survey, fixed quote and written report as everywhere else we cover. Whether your site is on Galt Road, Hirst Road and Court Lane or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover Farlington (1 mile east), Widley (1 mile north), Cosham (1 mile west), Wymering (1 mile west) and Hilsea (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Portsmouth (3 miles south-west), Southsea (4 miles south), Milton (4 miles south), Landport (3 miles south-west), Baffins (3 miles south) and Rudmore (3 miles south-west).
What’s near Drayton
Typical jobs here are in premises near Solent Junior School and New Inn and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Cosham station, roughly 1 mile west. Well-known places in the area include Portchester Castle (3.1 miles west) and World War I Remembrance Centre (1 mile south). The countryside around Drayton includes Portsdown Hill and Southmoor Nature Reserve.
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Drayton: your questions answered
Is Drayton within the area you cover?
Yes. Drayton is within the area we cover across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the site when you book.
Do you do school kitchen extract cleaning in Drayton in the summer holidays?
Yes, out-of-term visits are normal for schools. With about 12 schools and colleges on the FSA’s register within roughly a mile and a half of Drayton, it pays to plan holiday dates ahead. Send us your term dates when you call 0345 646 2711 or email us, and we will fit the work in.
Can you verify a clean after it’s been done?
After a clean, we take new readings and pictures to show how the system was left. It can follow our own cleans or another contractor’s.
Is a quote from pictures possible?
Yes, where the pictures show enough. If not, a site survey comes first, and the quote follows that.
Do you carry out TR19 audits for insurers?
Yes. Many insurers ask for proof of TR19 cleaning and inspection, and our audit gives a clear record of the system’s condition, with recommendations where something needs doing.
Can you come out in an emergency?
Yes, 24/7. Our office is open from 8am to 6pm on weekdays, with the emergency line covering every other hour.
What types of premises do you cover?
Any commercial site with kitchens or ventilation, from a small pub to a hospital. Hotels, schools, care homes, offices, shops and leisure sites are all part of our work.
What if parts of the system can’t be reached?
The report shows them clearly. In ductwork, new access panels are often the answer, which we can install.
How the visit works
Everything the job needs comes with us, including protection sheets, the right tools and access kit. You only need to give us clear access and switch off what needs to be off. The visit takes anything from an hour for a small canopy and short duct to a good part of a day for a large site. Around Drayton, access is typically simpler than in a town centre, though gates and roof access are worth mentioning.
- We go through any past certificates and reports.
- The layout is traced from the canopy to the discharge.
- Access panels are located and any missing ones noted.
- Grease readings are taken and pictures recorded.
- You get a report and a fixed quote for the clean.
How to prepare
- Agree a time when the area can be out of use
- Have your last certificate or report to hand
- Tell us about site rules, permits or sign-in
Ask for a quote
If you need TR19 inspection in Drayton, call 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line. Let us know the site type and the opening hours, and send pictures or your last report if you can. We typically send a fixed quote within one working day.