Kitchen Extract & Duct Cleaning
Professional cleaning for commercial kitchen extraction systems, with clear before-and-after evidence and useful post-clean records.
Commercial kitchen extraction cleaning from canopy to ductwork.
Grease, cooking vapour and airborne deposits build up throughout a kitchen extraction system over time. If they are left to accumulate, the system becomes harder to maintain and the grease deposits can add to the fire load within the extract route.
Our kitchen extract cleaning service is designed for restaurants, takeaways, pubs, hotels, care settings, schools and other commercial kitchens. We clean the accessible parts of the extraction system methodically and record the finished condition with photographs and post-clean documentation.
Industry registration: HPM is currently registered with NAADUK.
What can be included
- Canopy and internal canopy surfaces
- Plenum areas behind the filters
- Grease filters where included in the agreed work
- Accessible extract ductwork
- Accessible fan and fan housing components
- Cleaning of grease and cooking deposits from reachable system surfaces
- Before and after photographic evidence
- Structured post-clean records for the client’s files
- Recommendations where access or condition prevents an area from being fully cleaned
Why kitchen extract cleaning matters
A busy commercial kitchen can deposit significant amounts of grease into its extraction system. The canopy may look reasonably clean while heavier deposits remain further along the ductwork or around the fan. Regular cleaning helps control that build-up, supports good system maintenance and gives the business a documented record of work completed.
The required frequency is not identical for every kitchen. Cooking type, hours of operation, grease production, system design and previous condition all affect how quickly deposits return. For repeat customers, cleaning can therefore be organised around the actual use and condition of the kitchen rather than treated as a one-size-fits-all visit.
Before, during and after evidence
Photographs are an important part of the service. Where access allows, we record representative areas before cleaning, during the work where useful, and again once cleaning is complete. This gives facilities teams, managers and business owners a clearer record than a simple invoice stating that the system has been cleaned.
Post-clean records can document the areas attended, photographs, relevant observations and any issues identified during the visit. If sections cannot be reached because suitable access is not available, that can be highlighted rather than hidden.
Access to the ductwork
Good access is essential for thorough cleaning. Some systems already have suitable access panels, while others may have long duct runs or sections that are difficult to reach. We review the layout and available access before or during the job so the client understands what can be reached and whether additional access arrangements should be considered.
One-off cleans and planned maintenance
We can carry out one-off deep cleans where a system has accumulated heavier grease, as well as recurring visits for commercial kitchens that need ongoing maintenance. Repeat visits make it easier to monitor how quickly deposits return and plan future cleaning around the site’s actual use.
Need a kitchen extract cleaning quote?
Send us the kitchen location, approximate canopy size, any existing report or photographs and anything you know about the duct route. We can then discuss the job and what access may be required.
Request a QuoteHow it works
A straightforward process from first details to completed records.
Review the system
We look at the kitchen, extract layout, access points and likely cleaning requirement.
Agree the work
We confirm what areas are included, any access requirements and the price.
Complete the clean
The agreed areas are cleaned methodically, with care taken around the kitchen and equipment.
Provide records
We provide the agreed photographic evidence and post-clean documentation.
Kitchen Extract FAQs
Common questions
What parts of the extraction system do you clean?
A typical job can include the canopy, plenum, filters, accessible ductwork and accessible fan components. The exact areas depend on the system design and the access available.
Do you clean the full length of the ductwork?
Where suitable access is available, the aim is to clean the accessible extract route rather than only the visible canopy. If part of the system cannot be safely reached, we will identify that in the records and discuss the options with the client.
Do you provide before and after photographs?
Yes. Photographic evidence can be included within the post-clean records so you have a clear record of representative areas before and after cleaning.
How often should a kitchen extract system be cleaned?
The appropriate interval depends on how heavily the kitchen is used, cooking methods, operating hours, grease production and the previous condition of the system. We can use the condition found during visits to help plan sensible repeat cleaning.
Can you work outside normal kitchen hours?
Commercial kitchen cleaning is often easier to organise when food preparation has stopped. Appointment timing can be discussed around the needs of the site and the work required.
Can you provide recurring kitchen extract cleaning visits?
Yes. Recurring visits can be arranged for restaurants, care settings, schools and other commercial kitchens that want a planned maintenance programme and consistent records.