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TR19 Inspection in Farlington
TR19 inspections and grease testing for Farlington, with a survey first and a report with photos at the end. Ask us for a fixed quote.
- Systems cleaned on a calendar with no measurements
- Missing access panels found on survey
- Kitchens taken over with no cleaning records
TR19 inspection in Farlington
After a clean, post-clean verification checks the result, with fresh grease readings, pictures and a look at the areas that were cleaned. It shows whether the system was left in the condition the paperwork describes. If you’re dealing with uncertainty over how often to clean and surveys needed before quoting a full clean, we can help, from wet film thickness tests, insurer audits and post-clean checks onwards.
In a smaller place like Farlington, many kitchens sit in older buildings or later extensions, where the duct may cross a roof void or climb an outside wall. Long horizontal runs like that hold grease and need access panels to reach.
The report is your system’s health record: a dated account with photos of everything we did. Grease extract cleans are also certificated to TR19® Grease through the BESCA VHE portal and sits alongside the report.
- Location
- Farlington (PO6, PO9, PO7)
- Wider area
- Portsmouth
- Records
- Certificate and photo report
- Price
- A fixed price before we start
- Hours
- Out of hours as standard, 24/7 emergency line
- Telephone
- 0345 646 2711
- Last updated
- 30 October 2026
Common problems we fix in Farlington
When a site in Farlington changes owner or cleaning contractor, the records don’t always follow. Without them, nobody knows how much grease is in the system or when it was last cleaned.
It’s time to book a visit if you see:
- Checking the result of a recent clean
- Surveys needed before quoting a full clean
- Missing TR19 certificates or history
- Kitchens whose menu or hours have changed
Volunteers running a hall kitchen near Church of St Andrew, or anywhere in Farlington, may not know when the extract was last cleaned, and a grease test settles it.
Questions to ask before you book
- How they set the interval to the next visit
- Whether VAT is included
- What happens if part of the system cannot be accessed
- Whether the figure could change on the day
Places near Farlington
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What affects the quote in Farlington
You’ll get a fixed price before we start. It’s based on:
- How many systems or sites are involved
- The times the site is available
- Any permits to work or inductions
- Whether we need access equipment or extra panels
Leaving it longer rarely makes the work cheaper. Problems in a system tend to grow, and a neglected system can mean more work. If you are not sure what’s needed, ring 0345 646 2711 or email us for straight advice and a fixed quote.
What to send for a quote
When you contact us, these details help:
- Where the plant sits or the system leaves the building, such as a roof or outside wall
- Detail shots of panels, filters and grilles
- The postcode and the type of business
- Your last certificate, test record or report
Photos are enough for some jobs, while others need a look on site. Larger sites, and anything hidden behind walls, ceilings or floors, are normally surveyed first. Either way, you get a fixed price before we start.
Leave it or put it right?
Sites in Farlington that have never measured grease can’t tell whether their cleaning interval suits the kitchen. Testing gives you the evidence to set it properly. Booking ahead lets us plan the trip to Farlington at a time that suits you.
You won’t find a price list here, because each job is priced on what it involves. Call for a fixed quote, and we’ll talk you through it.
What you get with us
- BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite member, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease
- Accredited under CHAS and SafeContractor, with ISO 9001
- We are fully insured
- Evenings, overnight and weekends, plus 24/7 emergency callout
Take a look at our cost guide and our accreditations.
Different parts, different methods
Horizontal duct runs
Flat duct runs collect grease along their base. We test at points along the run through access panels.
Restaurants, pubs and hotels
Inspections are done when the kitchen is closed or quiet so trading isn’t affected.
Grease, kitchens and Farlington
Farlington is within about 1 mile of the coast. Metal on the roof weathers faster close to the coast, and the extract fan and cowl are no exception. Food Standards Agency data counts about 47 cafés, restaurants and staff canteens and about 31 takeaways and sandwich shops in and around Farlington, up to about a mile and a half out. Where they cook under a canopy, a grease reading is the way to tell whether the extract is due a clean. Fire safety in Farlington falls to Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service. Fire and rescue authorities enforce the Fire Safety Order in most non-domestic premises, and in a kitchen that fire risk includes the grease in the extract.
Healthcare kitchens can’t easily close, so their extracts are cleaned overnight or between meal services; the nearest hospital to Farlington is Queen Alexandra Hospital, about 1.6 miles west. If you look after a school kitchen, at a school such as Solent Infant School or anywhere near Farlington, the holidays are the usual time for a TR19® clean.
Farlington is about 2 miles south of Purbrook, in Portsmouth. We provide TR19 inspection for commercial premises of every kind in Farlington and the rest of Portsmouth. We cover 19 places across Portsmouth, large and small.
Every address in PO6, PO9 and PO7 is covered for TR19 inspection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. TR19 inspection is available to premises on Galt Road, Grant Road and Havant Road and the roads around them. Other places close to Farlington include Drayton (1 mile west), Widley (1 mile north-west), Cosham (1 mile west), Bedhampton (1 mile north-east) and Purbrook (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Portsmouth (3 miles south-west), Southsea (5 miles south), Milton (4 miles south), Landport (4 miles south-west), Baffins (3 miles south) and Rudmore (3 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Farlington
Typical jobs here are in premises near Springfield School, Springfield School and New Inn, among other places. The nearest railway station is Cosham station, about 1.5 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Warblington Castle (2.9 miles east) and Queen Alexandra Hospital (1.6 miles west). Open spaces near Farlington include Portsdown Hill and Southmoor Nature Reserve.
FAQs for Farlington
Which council inspects kitchens in Farlington?
In Farlington, it’s Portsmouth council that carries out food hygiene inspections. It helps to keep the extract cleaning records with your food safety paperwork, so they’re ready if asked for.
Will you come out to Farlington?
Yes, we work in villages as well as towns, and Farlington is covered. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
How often should a kitchen extract be inspected?
Each report recommends when to test and clean next, based on the readings and how the kitchen is used. The interval should come from a competent person’s risk assessment backed by grease measurement.
At what point does grease need cleaning?
TR19® Grease says grease should not go over a mean of 200 microns between cleans. Any reading of 500 microns or more needs immediate spot cleaning.
Can you set up regular visits?
Yes, of course. Send details of the systems and how they’re used, and we will suggest a schedule and quote for it.
What does a pre-clean survey involve?
We check the layout, the grease levels and the access, so the clean goes to plan. Missing access panels are noted so they can be sorted first.
Do you offer emergency callouts?
Yes, day and night, every day of the year. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, with the emergency line covering every other hour.
How long does grease testing take?
It takes an hour or two for a single kitchen, longer for a large or complex system. We fit it around when the kitchen is closed or quiet.
Between visits
Once we have finished, these simple steps help:
- Report grease dripping from the canopy
- Share inspection reports with your insurer or broker when asked
- Flag changes in how much frying the kitchen does
- Keep access panels clear and unpainted
You get a report with the grease readings, where they were taken and photos of each point. File it alongside your TR19 certificates.
Close the access gaps found during inspection, so grease is not left building in hidden parts.
In-house cleaning or a specialist?
Staff cleaning doesn’t replace a specialist visit; it supports it. Clean filters and tidy surfaces slow the build-up, but the parts you can’t see still need a specialist at the right interval.
For ventilation and air handling systems, in-house care is mostly about checks: clear grilles, a log of filter changes and reporting anything odd. The inside of ducts and units needs a specialist.
The process
Protection comes first: floors, worktops and anything near the work are covered. After that, the system is made safe and the work begins. It takes around an hour or two per canopy and duct system, and the area is cleaned down before we leave. A site near Farlington normally has room to park, so the questions are about access to the system and your hours.
- We go through any past certificates and reports.
- The layout is traced from the canopy to the discharge.
- We note where access panels are and where more are needed.
- We measure the grease and photograph each point.
- You get a report and a fixed quote for the clean.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us about access, such as roof hatches, plant rooms, ceilings or locked areas
- Plan for cooking equipment or plant to be off before we arrive
- Name a contact who can let us in at the agreed time
Getting a quote
If you need TR19 inspection in Farlington, call 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line. Tell us what kind of premises it is and when it’s open, and send photos or your last report if you can. We usually send a fixed quote within one working day.