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TR19 inspections and grease testing in Hempstead, Essex
TR19 inspections and grease testing for Hempstead, with a survey first and a report with photos at the end. Ask us for a fixed quote.
- Surveys needed before quoting a full clean
- Cleaning intervals that may not suit the kitchen
- Ductwork where grease may be over the TR19 limits
Multi-site and managed buildings
Keeping records across a portfolio is half the battle. Each visit ends with a dated report and photos, ready to show insurers, fire officers or EHOs.
From a single site to a large estate, the standard is the same: a survey first, a fixed quote, the work timed around the site and a report with pictures.
TR19 inspection for kitchens and businesses in Hempstead
Before any clean in Hempstead, we survey the canopy, plenum, filters, ducts, fan and discharge. We check where the access panels are and whether every section can be reached, and grease readings are taken at set points. If you have insurers asking for TR19 evidence and systems cleaned on a calendar with no measurements, we can put it right.
Somewhere as small as Hempstead, commercial kitchens are few: perhaps a pub, a school or care home kitchen, or a hall used for events. Each still has a canopy and duct that collect grease, whatever the size of the place.
We’ve been trading since 2009, and we are a BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite member, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease. We also hold CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001, and we’re fully insured.
- Where
- Hempstead (CB10)
- Region
- Essex
- Paperwork
- TR19® certificate and photo report
- Price
- A fixed price before any work starts
- When we work
- Nights, weekends or holidays to suit you
- Call
- 0345 646 2711
- Page updated
- 30 October 2026
What happens on the day
There’s very little for your team to do on the day. A contact on site lets us in at the agreed time and points us to the system, and we take it from there. Afterwards, the area is left tidy and the written report follows. Pictures of the system and its access let us plan the work in Hempstead before we set off.
- First we look at the system’s cleaning history, if there is one.
- We follow the extract from canopy to discharge.
- We note where access panels are and where more are needed.
- We measure the grease and photograph each point.
- We report back with readings and a fixed quote.
Getting ready for the visit
- Mention any sign-in, permit or induction we need
- Mention any parking or loading restrictions
- Plan for cooking equipment or plant to be off before we arrive
Get a fixed quote
Need a price for TR19 inspection? Please ring 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line and tell us about the site. We will talk you through the work and give you a fixed quote before you commit to anything.
Advice
What TR19 inspection looks like in Hempstead
At about 41 miles from central London, Hempstead sits well inside the area we cover. Evening, overnight and weekend visits are all possible. Kitchens in Hempstead get their food hygiene inspections from Uttlesford council. They look at how clean the premises and equipment are, and the kitchen extract is part of that. Before-and-after photos from each clean are a simple way to show the extract is in hand.
A hall kitchen that only cooks for events, whether near Church of St Andrew or elsewhere in Hempstead, still needs its extract cleaned, just less often.
Hempstead is in Essex. We provide TR19 inspection for businesses, landlords and public buildings in Hempstead and the rest of Essex. Across Essex, we cover 644 places, Hempstead among them. Our Chelmsford page covers sites nearby (20 miles or so).
TR19 inspection in CB10 is surveyed, quoted and booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover sites on High Street, Church Road and Harvey Way and nearby roads. Nearby, we also carry out TR19 inspection in The Common (2 miles west), Radwinter (2 miles west), Maple End (2 miles west), Wimbish (3 miles south-west) and Steventon End (4 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Braintree (12 miles south-east), Saffron Walden (6 miles west), Halstead (12 miles south-east), Great Dunmow (10 miles south), Stansted Mountfitchet (11 miles south-west) and Great Notley (12 miles south-east).
Near you in Hempstead
We work in commercial kitchens and buildings around Rose And Crown Inn, among other places. A little further out are Castle Camps (2.7 miles north) and Saffron Walden Community Hospital (5.3 miles west). Not far away are West Wood.
What we are called out for in Hempstead
When a site in Hempstead changes owner or cleaning contractor, the records don’t always follow. With no history, the current state of the extract is a guess.
The symptoms we’re asked about most include:
- Post-clean verification after another contractor’s clean
- Sites with gaps in their extract records
- Kitchens whose menu or hours have changed
- Pre-clean surveys before a first TR19 clean
If you run catering at a healthcare site, such as a hospital like Saffron Walden Community Hospital about 5.3 miles west, the extract may need cleaning more often than a part-time kitchen.
Comparing quotes
- Which accreditations they hold, and whether you can check them
- How VAT is shown on the quote
- Exactly which parts of the system are covered
- What insurance they carry
Part by part
Restaurants, pubs and hotels
We test between services, early in the morning or after close so trading isn’t affected.
Vertical risers
Access to risers is often limited. We record what can and can’t be reached.
What TR19 inspection can’t fix
In fairness, some problems need a different fix:
- The grease itself, which needs a full or spot clean
- Ductwork that was designed or installed badly
- The responsible person’s own fire risk assessment
Not sure which it is? You can call us on 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What the work covers
- Post-clean checks
- Deposit thickness tests
- Wet film thickness tests
- Access surveys
- Pre-clean surveys
- Insurer audits
What affects the cost of TR19 inspection
Before we fix a price, we need to know a few things. We look at:
- One-off work versus a regular cycle
- How many systems or sites are involved
- Travel, parking and unloading
- When the work can happen, such as evenings, overnight or weekends
What you pay reflects the actual work. That’s why every job is surveyed first, and the price is agreed before we start.
What to send for a quote
We can often survey from photos. Try to include:
- Detail shots of panels, filters and grilles
- The roof, plant room or outside wall the system runs to
- The times we could work without disrupting the site
- The paperwork from the last visit, if you have it
To help us quote: the address, the type of site and when it’s open, pictures of the system and any previous report or certificate. Then call 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line.
Also near Hempstead
Other services in Hempstead
Keeping the system healthy
Here’s the after-treatment advice, in brief:
- File every inspection report with your certificates
- Report grease dripping from the canopy
- Send TR19 audit reports to your insurer on request
- Never cook with filters missing
You get a report with the grease readings, where they were taken and photos of each point. Keep it with your fire safety and TR19 records.
Close the access gaps found during inspection, so grease is not left building in hidden parts.
Your questions about TR19 inspection in Hempstead
Who carries out food hygiene inspections in Hempstead?
The local authority for Hempstead is Uttlesford council, and its environmental health team does the inspecting. Have your latest TR19® certificate and photo report to hand, as an officer may ask how the extract is maintained.
Which fire service covers Hempstead?
Hempstead is in the area of Essex County Fire and Rescue Service. A recent cleaning certificate and a note of the next clean date show that grease in the extract is being managed.
Is TR19 a legal requirement?
No. It’s the benchmark rather than the law. In practice, an insurer can refuse or reduce a claim without proof of TR19 cleaning, so it matters in practice.
Is Hempstead in your area?
Yes. We cover Hempstead and the rest of Essex, within our South East and London area. To book, ring 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line.
What happens if you cannot reach some of it?
We record them on the report, with pictures where possible, and we tell you what would make it reachable, such as extra access panels in ductwork.
What grease levels does TR19 allow?
Between cleans, the mean should stay at 200 microns or below, with 500 microns or more anywhere needing immediate spot cleaning.
What is grease thickness testing?
The Wet Film Thickness Test (WFTT) and Deposit Thickness Test (DTT) measure how thick the grease is at a given point. We take readings at set points from canopy to fan.
Do you work out of hours?
Yes, and that is how we prefer to work. We book the visit for when the area is out of use, whether that’s late evening, overnight or a weekend.