Access Hatch & panel Installation

Ducting Access Hatch & Panel Installation

Essential for Compliance. Critical for Cleanliness.

At Canopy Cleaning Services, we provide expert Ducting Access Hatch & Panel Installation for commercial ventilation and extraction systems across the UK. Our service ensures your ductwork is fully accessible for cleaning, inspection, and maintenance — a crucial step in meeting hygiene and fire safety regulations.

What Is a Ducting Access Hatch?

An access hatch is a purpose-built panel installed into ventilation or extraction ductwork that allows technicians to safely and thoroughly access the inside of the system. These hatches are vital for:

Cleaning grease and dust buildup
Inspecting internal components for damage or blockages
Performing compliance checks
Improving airflow efficiency and hygiene

Without proper access hatches, it’s impossible to clean or inspect many sections of ductwork, putting your business at risk of fire hazards, legal non-compliance, and reduced indoor air quality.

Why You Need Access Hatches

In commercial kitchens and buildings, duct systems often run for long distances, with many hard-to-reach sections. Without sufficient access points:

Grease and dust can accumulate, creating fire hazards
Inspections are incomplete, violating fire safety standards
Cleaning is limited, affecting hygiene and air quality
Insurance claims may be denied if systems are found non-compliant

UK Legal & Regulatory Requirements

Failing to install adequate access hatches in your ventilation or extract system could put you in breach of several UK standards and regulations, including:

🔥 BS EN 15780:2011 – Ventilation for Buildings

Specifies that duct systems must be designed and installed with sufficient access for inspection, maintenance, and cleaning.

🔥 BESA TR19® and TR19® Grease

Requires all ducting to be accessible for thorough cleaning — especially in grease-laden kitchen extraction systems. If parts of your system are inaccessible, you’re automatically non-compliant with TR19® guidelines.

🔥 Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005

Mandates that the "responsible person" ensures all fire risks are minimised, including the risks associated with poorly maintained and inaccessible duct systems.

Non-compliance can result in fines, enforcement action, or prosecution — and in the event of a fire, may invalidate your insurance.

Our Access Hatch & Panel Installation Service Includes:

Site inspection and system assessment to determine optimal hatch locations
Installation of high-quality, fire-rated hatches to meet UK standards
Sealed, airtight fittings to preserve system efficiency and hygiene
TR19®-compliant positioning for kitchen extract systems
Full documentation and compliance reporting
Optional follow-up services for duct cleaning and fire damper inspections

Why Choose Canopy Cleaning Services?

✅ UK-based experts in commercial ventilation compliance
✅ Certified and insured to carry out hatch installation to British Standards
✅ Experienced engineers trained in confined space and working-at-height safety
✅ Minimal disruption with flexible service hours to suit your operations
✅ One-stop solution – pair hatch installation with duct cleaning and TR19® services

We serve:

Commercial kitchens
Restaurants and takeaways
Hospitals and healthcare facilities
Schools, colleges, and universities
Office buildings and industrial facilities

Ensure Full System Access — and Full Legal Compliance

Don't wait until an inspection, fire, or claim exposes gaps in your fire safety or hygiene compliance. Let Canopy Cleaning Services help you take the proactive step of ensuring your ductwork is safe, accessible, and regulation-ready.