How much does TR19 cleaning cost in London?

Typical London prices in September 2026 industry guides run £495–£1,200 for a small café, takeaway or pub, £1,200–£2,500 for a restaurant or busy pub, £3,000–£5,000+ for a hotel or multi-kitchen site, plus VAT. Duct length, access and grease levels move the price. Send a photo of your canopy and filters on WhatsApp for a ballpark price for your kitchen.

Why are some TR19 quotes so much cheaper?

Usually because they leave something out: canopy and filters only, no ductwork, no grease readings, no photos, or a daytime clean that means closing. A real TR19® Grease clean covers the whole system and proves it with before-and-after readings.

Is VAT included in TR19 cleaning prices?

Most contractors quote ex VAT, so add 20%. Always check whether a quote includes the certificate, photo report and any access panels that need fitting.

What's included in a full clean?

The canopy and plenum, the baffle filters, the ductwork and risers through access panels, the extract fan and the discharge, plus the certificate and before-and-after photo report. If a quote only covers the canopy, it is not a TR19 clean.

Will you need to close my kitchen?

No. Cleans are booked overnight, after your last service, and finished before morning prep, so you open as normal. The exact start and finish are agreed when you book.

TR19 Cleaning Cost London (2026 Prices)

What TR19 cleaning costs in London.

Across London, a TR19® clean typically costs £495–£1,200 for a small café, takeaway or pub, £1,200–£2,500 for a restaurant and £3,000–£5,000+ for a large multi-kitchen site, plus VAT. Duct length, access and grease levels decide where you land.

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Typical TR19 cleaning prices in London

Typical prices, ex VAT, September 2026
Kitchen	Typical system	Price
Small café, takeaway or pub	Single canopy, short duct run	£495–£1,200
Restaurant or busy pub	Larger canopy, fan and longer ductwork	£1,200–£2,500
Hotel or multi-kitchen site	Several canopies, long risers, survey first	£3,000–£5,000+

Sources: Fan Rescue, TR19 cleaning cost UK: 2026 price guide (July 2026); Optus Glean, TR19 kitchen extract cleaning cost 2026 (September 2026). These are market ranges, not Nightshift prices. Send a photo for a price for your kitchen.

What moves the price?

Duct length and layout. Long horizontal runs and tall risers take longer than a short run straight through a wall.
Grease levels. A system that has gone well past its interval, or has never been cleaned, can take twice as long.
Access. Too few access panels, or a fan on a roof that needs height access, adds time and sometimes panel fitting.
Number of canopies. Each canopy and its run is effectively its own system.
Cooking type. Charcoal, grills, woks and deep fryers leave heavier, harder deposits.

How to spot a quote that isn't a real TR19 clean

The cheapest number isn't the cheapest clean if your insurer won't accept the certificate. Check that the quote includes:

The whole system: canopy, plenum, filters, ductwork, fan and discharge
Grease readings before and after, at set points
A photo report and a certificate that names the areas covered
A VHR-registered contractor working to TR19® Grease
Out-of-hours working, so you don't lose a service

How to get a firm price quickly

A photo of your canopy and filters, your postcode and when it was last cleaned are enough for a ballpark. Big or complex systems get a short survey first, then a fixed quote. No charge to ask.