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Lewisham TR19 inspection
TR19 inspection for Lewisham, from a team that has been trading since 2009. Out-of-hours visits and 24/7 emergency callout.
- Post-clean verification after another contractor’s clean
- Insurance renewals needing proof of TR19 cleaning
- Extracts that may be over the 200 micron mean
TR19 inspection in Lewisham
Post-clean verification is a check carried out once the cleaning is done, with new readings and pictures of the cleaned areas. It shows whether the system was left in the condition the paperwork describes. Typical jobs include checking the result of a recent clean and extracts that have never been grease tested, on insurer audits, deposit thickness tests and post-clean checks.
In a London area like Lewisham, a kitchen extract often passes through shared space on its way out: a riser, a service void, the floors above. A duct fire there can reach parts of the building far from the range, which is why keeping it clean to TR19® matters.
Nothing is signed off by word of mouth: a written report, dated and illustrated with photos, and for TR19® Grease cleans, a certificate issued through the BESCA VHE portal. It shows what was done and what, if anything, couldn’t be reached.
- Where
- Lewisham (SE13, SE8, SE6)
- Region
- Greater London
- Reporting
- Certificate and photo report
- Price
- A fixed quote up front
- Hours
- After hours by arrangement; emergencies any time
- Phone
- 0345 646 2711
- Checked
- 30 October 2026
What happens if it’s left?
After an incident, an insurer can ask to see proof of TR19 cleaning and inspection. Missing records can put a claim at risk. Getting an inspection done now starts that paper trail. A building in Lewisham may have flats or offices above and alongside, and a fault in the system can affect them too.
Whatever the type of site, the quote works the same way: how much there is, how we reach it, what state it’s in and when we can work. Call for a fixed quote and we will explain each part.
Why choose Duct Doctor in Lewisham
- Out-of-hours work and a 24/7 emergency line
- Member of BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease
- Accredited under CHAS and SafeContractor, with ISO 9001
- Full insurance on every job
See what affects the cost or our accreditations and certificates.
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Looking after it afterwards
Good habits slow the build-up between visits. Our tips:
- Report grease dripping from the canopy
- Keep the route to access panels clear
- Wipe the canopy surfaces regularly
- Send TR19 audit reports to your insurer on request
For an insurer audit, send them the report as it is, including readings, photos and any inaccessible sections.
Close the access gaps found during inspection, so every part of the duct can be cleaned.
What happens on the day
Our technicians bring everything the work needs, from protective sheeting to tools and access equipment. You only need to give us clear access and switch off what needs to be off. On site, the work takes an hour or two for a single kitchen, longer for a large or complex system. If your building in Lewisham has sign-in rules, permits or key holders, mention them when you book.
- We go through any past certificates and reports.
- 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.
- You get a report and a fixed quote for the clean.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about permits to work or site inductions
- Find the previous report, if there is one
- Make sure equipment near the work can be switched off and left to cool
Getting a quote
For TR19 inspection in Lewisham, call us on 0345 646 2711 or send us an email. Let us know the site type and the opening hours, plus photos or the previous report if they’re to hand. A fixed quote typically follows within one working day.
Related advice
Lewisham kitchens: local notes
The FSA’s food hygiene register includes about 63 bars, pubs and nightclubs and about 11 hotels and guest houses across Lewisham and its immediate surroundings (about a mile and a half). A pub or hotel kitchen that cooks every day builds up grease in its extract like any other. Overnight is the normal time to clean a London kitchen extract, so trading is not affected. The fire and rescue service for Lewisham is London Fire Brigade. 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.
If you run catering at a healthcare site, such as a hospital like University Hospital Lewisham about 0.6 miles south-west, the extract may need cleaning more often than a part-time kitchen. Commuter trade near Lewisham station can mean long cooking hours, and long hours put a kitchen into BESA’s more frequent cleaning bands. A hall kitchen that only cooks for events, whether near St Stephen's Church or elsewhere in Lewisham, still needs its extract cleaned, just less often.
Lewisham is about 3 miles west of Eltham, in Greater London. Whether your site is in the middle of Lewisham or further out, TR19 inspection is available to all kinds of commercial premises, from small sites to large estates. Lewisham is one of 764 places in Greater London where we work for commercial clients.
Work in SE13, SE8 and SE6 is surveyed, quoted and booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes premises on Station Road, Lewisham High Street and Lewis Grove and nearby roads. Main roads around Lewisham include the B220, which makes travel easy for evening and night visits. Nearby, we also carry out TR19 inspection in Ladywell (1 mile south-west), St Johns (1 mile north-west), Hither Green (1 mile south-east), Blackheath (1 mile north-east) and Lee (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as London (4 miles north-west), City of Westminster (7 miles north-west), Marylebone (7 miles north-west), Kensington (9 miles west), St Pancras (6 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (5 miles north-west).
Around Lewisham
In Lewisham, that means kitchens and buildings near St Joseph's Academy, Ladywell Fields and The Watch House, among other places. There’s a railway station in Lewisham itself: Lewisham station. A little further out are Greenwich Castle (1.2 miles north) and Fan Museum (1.2 miles north). For a walk, there’s Knight's Hill and Brookmill Road Local Nature Reserve.
Part by part
Vertical risers
In buildings with several floors, the riser may pass through other tenants’ space, so access is planned in advance.
Extract fan and discharge
We look at where the extract discharges outside, as grease can build up there too.
What TR19 inspection cannot fix
TR19 inspection cannot fix everything, and we will tell you before work begins. It will not put right:
- Sections with no access, until panels are fitted
- The legal duty, which stays with the responsible person
- Design faults in the extract system
If you’re not sure, just call 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line and we will give you a straight answer.
Parts of the system we cover
- Pre-clean surveys
- Wet film thickness tests
- Access surveys
- Deposit thickness tests
- Post-clean checks
- Insurer audits
Staff cleaning versus specialist work
Away from the kitchen, the in-house job is mainly checking: keeping grilles clear, noting unusual noise or smells and logging filter changes. The inside of ducts and units needs a specialist.
Day-to-day cleaning is something your team can do: wiping down canopy surfaces, cleaning filters and keeping a simple log. Inside the ducts, risers and fan is specialist work, which is where we come in.
Lewisham questions
Do you work at weekends in Lewisham?
Yes, we can come after you close and finish before you open. It means the site in Lewisham keeps running as normal. When you call us on 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line, mention when the site is quiet.
Who is the fire and rescue service for Lewisham?
It’s London Fire Brigade, which covers Lewisham. If a fire safety officer visits a commercial kitchen, they may ask about the fire risk assessment and how the extract is kept clean.
What is a WFTT or DTT grease test?
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.
How often should grease be tested?
That varies with the kitchen’s daily use. BESA sets minimum cleaning intervals of 3, 6 or 12 months by daily use, and testing shows if your kitchen needs more.
Why survey before a clean?
We check the layout, the grease levels and the access, so the clean goes to plan. Missing access panels are noted ahead of the clean.
Do you survey before quoting?
Yes, every time. We diagnose before we treat: the survey shows what needs doing and what access we need and the fixed quote is built on it.
Is TR19 cleaning the law?
No. TR19® is a specification, not a statute. Without TR19 records, an insurance claim can be reduced or refused, so it matters in practice.
Is Lewisham in your area?
Yes. We work in Lewisham and across Greater London, as part of our work across South East England and London. For a fixed quote, phone us on 0345 646 2711, or email photos.
Fixed quotes for TR19 inspection in Lewisham
Sites vary more than people expect. What affects the quote:
- Site requirements such as sign-in and permits
- The scale of the work
- A single visit or a regular plan
- Whether several sites go on one quote
A single site or a whole portfolio, we price it on the same basis: the work involved, the access and the timing. You will have a fixed price before any work starts.
Helping us quote
A few details help us quote accurately. When you get in touch, it helps to send:
- Any access panels or hatches you can see
- Wide pictures of the system and the area around it
- The paperwork from the last visit, if you have it
- Your opening hours and when the area is out of use
To get a fixed quote, call 0345 646 2711 or email us with the site type, your trading hours and a short description of the system. A few photos and your last certificate or report help a lot. We usually come back within one working day.