TR19 Kitchen Extraction Cleaning
The legal standard for commercial kitchen ventilation. BESCA VHR-certified cleaning with a full compliance certificate issued promptly: the only document your insurer will accept.
BESCA VHR
CHAS Elite
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Cumbria ChamberWhat Is TR19 and Why Does Your Kitchen Need It?
TR19 is the UK industry standard for the cleaning and maintenance of commercial kitchen extraction systems, published by BESA (the Building Engineering Services Association). It specifies exactly how canopies, ductwork, filters, and fans must be cleaned, how often, and to what measurable standard.
Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, every business operating a commercial kitchen has a legal duty to manage the fire risk from grease-laden extraction systems. Most commercial kitchen insurance policies specifically require TR19-compliant cleaning by a BESCA VHR accredited contractor. Without it, your certificate may be rejected and your claim voided.
Only a contractor on the BESA Ventilation Hygiene Register (VHR) can issue a TR19 certificate that UK insurers will accept. Hy5 has held this accreditation for over 20 years.
We can arrange a site survey within days and issue a fully compliant certificate as soon as the clean is complete.
Maximum grease deposit permitted under TR19. We measure readings throughout the system and document every one: your certificate shows proof of compliance.
The accreditation your insurer specifically requires. Without a VHR-registered contractor, your TR19 certificate may not be accepted in the event of a claim.
Full TR19 compliance report and certificate issued promptly of the clean. Ready for your insurer, fire inspector, or EHO immediately.
What's Included in Every TR19 Clean
A TR19 clean covers the entire extraction system from canopy to external discharge. Nothing is skipped.
Canopy & Hood Clean
Full degreasing of the kitchen canopy, hood, and baffle panels: the primary grease capture point of your system.
Ductwork Degreasing
Full internal clean of all ductwork from canopy to discharge, where the most dangerous grease accumulates and fire risk is highest.
Filter Cleaning
Grease filters removed, soaked, chemically cleaned and reinstalled. Filters beyond service life are flagged for replacement.
Fan & Motor Clean
Extract fan and motor cleaned to remove grease build-up. Grease on the fan impeller is a direct fire hazard, and we clear it completely.
Grease Micron Readings
We measure grease deposit depth at multiple points throughout the system. TR19 sets the limit at 200µm. Every reading is documented in your report.
TR19 Compliance Certificate
Full written report with photographic evidence, grease depth readings, and a signed engineer's certificate, issued promptly after the clean.
How Often Does Your Kitchen Need TR19 Cleaning?
TR19 cleaning frequency is determined by your cooking type and daily operating hours, not by a fixed annual schedule. Many operators on an annual clean are already non-compliant without realising it.
The BESA TR19 standard defines three frequency tiers:
- Heavy use (12+ hours/day, heavy frying): quarterly cleaning required
- Moderate use (restaurants, pubs, hotel kitchens): every 6 months
- Light use (office canteens, schools, occasional cooking): annually
We assess your operation at the site visit and confirm the correct cleaning frequency in writing, so you're always compliant and always protected.
If your kitchen uses fryers, woks, or chargrills for extended hours, TR19 classifies it as heavy use. Annual cleaning is not sufficient: quarterly cleaning is the minimum legal requirement.
Cleaning interval for heavy-use kitchens. Takeaways, fast food, and kitchens with 12+ hour days must clean quarterly under TR19.
Cleaning interval for moderate-use kitchens. Most restaurants, pubs, and hotel kitchens fall into this category.
Cleaning interval for light-use kitchens. Office canteens, school kitchens, and low-volume catering operations.
Who We Work With
We provide TR19 extraction cleaning for commercial kitchens across Cumbria and the Northwest.
Restaurants, Pubs & Hotels
The largest sector we serve. Flexible out-of-hours scheduling ensures zero impact on your kitchen service.
Schools & Care Homes
CHAS Elite and DBS checked technicians meet the compliance requirements for educational and care settings.
Multi-Site & Corporate
Single planned maintenance programme across multiple sites. Consistent documentation for group and chain compliance teams.
Trusted by Commercial Kitchens Across the Northwest
"I can actually hear the kitchen extract system working and the extract above the dishwash nearly pulled the sheet of blue roll out my hand when I was showing the management team how effective the clean was! The lads grafted the entire time, and the job has made a huge difference to the guys working in the kitchen. I am over the moon with the results!"
"Great guys to work with. Does our 5 sites across the north west and have no complaints!"
"We were truly delighted with the deep clean undertaken by Hy5 Commercial Cleaning. The team were very professional and provided an excellent service."
How It Works: 3 Simple Steps
From first contact to compliance certificate in three straightforward steps.
Request a Quote or Get in Touch
Call 01229 588556 or complete the form. Tell us about your kitchen and we'll get back to you promptly.
Site Visit & Quote
We visit your premises, assess the extraction system, confirm your TR19 cleaning frequency, and provide a fixed-price written quote.
The Clean & Certificate
Our BESCA-certified technicians carry out the clean at a time that suits your operation. You receive a full TR19 Certificate Issued Promptly.
Frequently Asked Questions: TR19 Extraction Cleaning
What does TR19 actually mean?
Why does the contractor need to be BESCA VHR accredited?
How often does my kitchen need TR19 cleaning?
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Get a Free TR19 Quote for Your Kitchen
Tell us about your kitchen and we'll arrange a site visit, confirm the correct cleaning frequency, and provide a fixed-price written quote with no hidden costs.
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