TR19 Cleaning for Restaurants & Cafes
Keep your restaurant TR19 compliant, protect your insurance policy, and satisfy your Environmental Health Officer. Our insurer-grade compliance reports are accepted by all major commercial kitchen insurers.
Why Restaurant Owners Cannot Afford to Ignore TR19
For restaurant owners, TR19 compliance is not a box-ticking exercise — it is a fundamental business protection requirement. Grease accumulation in kitchen extraction systems is the primary cause of commercial kitchen fires in the UK. A single fire can destroy years of investment, result in months of business interruption, and — if your TR19 cleaning was overdue — leave you without insurance cover.
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires all businesses to manage fire risk in their premises. For restaurants, this includes maintaining the extraction system to a recognised standard. BESA TR19 is the industry benchmark, and failure to comply can result in prosecution, enforcement notices, and the loss of your premises licence.
BlueTick Extraction Hygiene provides restaurant owners with the complete compliance package: a professional TR19 clean, a post-clean verification report, and a signed compliance certificate — everything your insurer, fire officer, or Environmental Health Officer needs to see.
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Restaurant TR19 Cleaning Service
A complete extraction system clean with full compliance documentation — designed to satisfy your insurer, not just your conscience.
Full Extraction System Clean
Canopy, ductwork, risers, fans, and filters cleaned to BESA TR19 standard. Access panels opened and documented.
Post-Clean Verification Report
Photographic evidence at every access point, grease deposit measurements, and a full written report.
TR19 Compliance Certificate
Signed certificate with cleaning date, technician details, recommended next clean date, and compliance status.
Insurance Compliance Review
Our CII-qualified founder can review your policy schedule to confirm your cleaning frequency meets insurer requirements.
Reports Written to Satisfy Underwriters, Not Just Inspectors
Many restaurant owners receive a TR19 certificate only to find their insurer requests additional documentation at renewal. This happens because the certificate was issued by a cleaning company without insurance expertise — it looks compliant but lacks the specific evidence underwriters require.
Our founder's CII qualifications and direct connection to Focus Insurance Services means we know exactly what commercial kitchen underwriters look for. Our post-clean verification reports are structured to provide that evidence — reducing the risk of queries or rejections at renewal.
Restaurant Insurance from Focus Insurance
Our sister company Focus Insurance Services specialises in restaurant and hospitality insurance. If you need to review your current policy, check your TR19 compliance conditions, or get a competitive quote for your restaurant insurance, we can help.
Combining the right insurance with the right cleaning schedule is the most effective way to protect your restaurant from the financial consequences of a kitchen fire.
TR19 Cleaning for Restaurants — FAQ
How often does a restaurant need TR19 extraction cleaning?
BESA TR19 guidelines classify restaurants by cooking volume. Heavy-use restaurants (operating more than 12 hours per day or cooking with high-fat methods such as deep frying) require cleaning every 3 months. Medium-use restaurants (6–12 hours/day) require cleaning every 6 months. Light-use restaurants (under 6 hours/day, primarily low-fat cooking) require annual cleaning. Your insurer may specify more frequent cleaning — always check your policy schedule.
Is TR19 cleaning a legal requirement for restaurants?
TR19 is not a statutory legal requirement, but it is effectively mandatory for two reasons. First, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires businesses to manage fire risk, and a dirty extraction system is a primary fire hazard — failure to maintain it can result in prosecution. Second, virtually all commercial kitchen insurance policies now require TR19-compliant cleaning as a policy condition. Failure to comply can void your insurance.
What documentation does my insurer need?
Most commercial kitchen insurers require a signed TR19 compliance certificate, a post-clean verification report with photographic evidence, grease deposit thickness measurements (pre and post clean), and the cleaning methodology used. Our reports are specifically designed to meet underwriter requirements — not just to look compliant.
Can you work around our service times?
Yes. We routinely work early mornings (from 6am), late evenings (after service), and weekends. We will agree a specific time window with you in advance and ensure the kitchen is left clean and ready for service. We also offer emergency cleaning if you need a certificate urgently before an insurance renewal or EHO inspection.
Do you cover multiple sites?
Yes. We work with restaurant groups and multi-site operators across the East Midlands and East of England. We can schedule all sites on a rolling programme and provide consolidated compliance documentation for your insurance broker or facilities manager.