Grease build-up inside kitchen extract systems is one of the leading causes of commercial kitchen fires. We clean canopies, ductwork and extract fans to BESA TR19® standard, protecting your business and your insurance cover.
Kitchen extract systems accumulate grease far faster than standard ventilation ductwork, and that grease is highly combustible. Most commercial insurance policies specifically require evidence of regular extract cleaning to a recognised standard — without it, a claim following a kitchen fire can be refused outright.
Extract canopies, grease filters and plenum chambers are degreased and cleaned to remove built-up residue at the source.
The complete extract run is cleaned, not just the visible canopy, removing grease that accumulates deep in the ductwork over time.
Reducing grease build-up directly reduces the fuel available for a kitchen fire to spread through the extract system.
This depends on usage — a high-volume kitchen may need cleaning every 3 months, while lower-use kitchens might be cleaned every 6-12 months. We can assess your specific usage and recommend a schedule.
Most commercial insurance policies for food businesses specify regular extract cleaning to a recognised standard such as TR19® as a condition of cover, particularly for fire-related claims.
Yes, we regularly schedule extract cleans overnight or during closure periods to avoid any disruption to service.
You'll receive a TR19®-aligned report with before and after photographic evidence, covering the canopy, ductwork and fan, suitable for insurers and Environmental Health Officers.
Free 15-minute call about your kitchen extract — a site survey can follow for a flat fee, credited back if you instruct us.
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