Kitchen duct cleaning, also known as kitchen extraction cleaning removes grease from exhaust fans, vents, hoods and baffle filters. This process typically involves a combination of scraping, brushing, vacuuming, chemical application and hot water pressure washing. Regular kitchen duct cleaning helps reduce fire hazards, improves ventilation efficiency and creates a healthier working environment.
Premises with commercial kitchens must work towards specific duct cleaning standards to obtain a TR19 certificate. Failure to do so could result in a premises fire insurance being voided and hefty repair bills for the business. In addition, kitchen ducts that are not regularly cleaned can produce smoke, cooking odor, and dangerous Carbon Monoxide in the workspace.
Why Regular Kitchen Duct Cleaning is Vital for Hygiene and Safety
Regular duct cleaning removes grease and prevents a build-up that can cause a duct fire. A ducted fire is a highly dangerous situation that can spread quickly and spread to other parts of the building if it isn’t dealt with immediately. A greasy build-up can act as fuel for a fire, which is why it’s so important to have the system professionally cleaned at least once every 30 days.
The most important reason to have your kitchen duct system cleaned is to protect the safety of employees and customers. If the grease builds up and is exposed to high temperatures, it can ignite a fire that can then spread rapidly throughout the entire building. It’s also a requirement of most fire codes and regulations to have the system inspected and cleaned on a regular basis.
