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Running a successful commercial kitchen in the UK comes with a unique set of challenges.
From meeting strict health and safety regulations to ensuring staff work in a comfortable and productive environment,
one of the most important investments a foodservice business must make is a commercial kitchen extraction system.
At Gable Asset Finance, we specialise in helping restaurants, hotels, caterers, schools, hospitals,
and food manufacturers acquire these essential systems without the burden of large upfront costs.
By offering flexible finance and leasing solutions, we make it possible for businesses of all sizes
to install, upgrade, or replace their kitchen ventilation equipment while maintaining healthy cash flow.
Whether you require a small extractor fan above a single cooking line or a large-scale air handling unit (AHU)
with ducting that spans multiple floors, we can tailor a finance package to your needs.
Commercial kitchens generate vast amounts of heat, steam, smoke, grease-laden air, and odours.
Without effective extraction, these elements quickly build up, creating uncomfortable and unsafe working conditions.
Extraction systems are not a luxury – they are a legal requirement under several UK regulations,
including the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974,
the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992,
and the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998.
Failure to provide adequate ventilation can result in prosecution, fines,
or even closure notices from environmental health officers.
This makes investing in a reliable extraction system a non-negotiable priority for any commercial kitchen operation.
The problem many businesses face is that commercial extraction systems are expensive.
Even a modest setup for a small restaurant can run into tens of thousands of pounds once you factor in:
For larger venues, such as hotels, event centres, or industrial food production sites,
the costs can be considerably higher.
Paying for this upfront is simply not an option for most businesses that need to keep working capital available
for staff wages, inventory, and day-to-day operations.
This is where kitchen extraction finance and leasing comes in.
Rather than paying the entire cost in one go, finance allows you to spread payments across a fixed term.
This ensures your business can install the system it needs right away,
without depleting reserves or disrupting cash flow.
Our solutions include:
Each option has its own advantages, and at Gable Asset Finance we work closely with you to identify
the right structure for your business.
Whether you want to own your extraction system at the end of the term or prefer maximum flexibility with upgrades,
we provide transparent, competitive packages designed around your goals.
Our finance services are not limited to one type of business.
We provide extraction system finance for:
No matter the size or complexity of your kitchen,
we can work with your chosen contractor and equipment supplier to arrange funding quickly and efficiently.
We have financed everything from compact low-velocity ventilation units to large-scale AHUs
that required crane lifting and sectional installation on rooftops.
With more than 20 years of experience in equipment finance,
Gable Asset Finance has built a reputation as a trusted partner for UK businesses.
We understand the specific challenges faced by the foodservice and hospitality sector,
and our role is to take the financial strain out of upgrading critical equipment like extraction systems.
By choosing us, you benefit from:
Every commercial kitchen in the UK, from small cafés to large-scale food production plants,
is legally required to have a properly designed and maintained extraction system.
These systems serve multiple critical functions, protecting staff, customers, and the business itself.
Below we outline the main reasons why investing in commercial kitchen extraction is essential
and how Gable Asset Finance helps businesses acquire these systems without the financial burden of large upfront costs.
The UK has some of the strictest health and safety laws in Europe when it comes to commercial kitchens.
Legislation that directly affects extraction requirements includes:
Failure to comply with these laws can result in heavy fines, legal action, loss of licenses,
or enforced closure by Environmental Health Officers (EHOs).
For many businesses, the financial damage of non-compliance far outweighs the cost of financing an extraction system.
By choosing finance options from Gable Asset Finance, businesses can remain compliant
without needing to delay installation due to budget concerns.
Beyond legal requirements, the primary purpose of kitchen extraction systems is to protect staff and customers.
Commercial kitchens produce a range of hazards, including:
An effective extraction system ensures that dangerous particles and gases are safely removed from the working environment.
This not only protects staff but also reassures customers that food is being prepared in a hygienic and safe environment.
Ultimately, it reduces absenteeism, boosts staff morale, and increases productivity.
One of the biggest risks in any kitchen is fire.
Grease particles in the air quickly accumulate inside ductwork, where they can ignite if exposed to flames or extreme heat.
According to UK fire services, poorly maintained extraction systems are a major cause of commercial kitchen fires.
Fire damage not only risks lives but also causes enormous financial losses through downtime,
repairs, insurance claims, and reputational harm.
Modern extraction systems use high-quality grease filters that capture oil particles before they enter the ducting.
Regular maintenance ensures that filters and ductwork remain clear, minimising fire risk.
Financing these systems through Gable Asset Finance allows businesses to install
the most advanced fire-safe equipment without having to compromise due to cost.
Running a busy kitchen is physically demanding work. Without proper extraction,
heat, steam, and smoke make the environment unbearable, especially during peak service times.
Uncomfortable conditions can lead to high staff turnover, low morale, and reduced efficiency.
Extraction systems improve the overall atmosphere, making it easier for chefs and staff to focus on delivering
a high-quality dining experience.
For front-of-house areas with open kitchens, extraction is also crucial for customer comfort.
Nobody wants to dine in a smoky, greasy environment. Effective ventilation ensures a pleasant atmosphere
throughout the premises, boosting customer satisfaction and encouraging repeat business.
Another overlooked benefit of proper extraction is its role in food quality and hygiene.
Smoke and odours from one cooking process can easily contaminate other dishes if not removed quickly.
Moisture in the air can encourage bacterial growth and compromise food safety.
By ensuring consistent airflow and odour removal, extraction systems help maintain the highest possible standards
of hygiene and product quality.
Food businesses in the UK are subject to regular hygiene audits,
with results displayed publicly via the Food Hygiene Rating Scheme.
Ventilation is a key factor in these inspections.
A poor rating can deter customers, damage your reputation, and reduce profitability.
By financing a compliant extraction system, businesses protect their brand
and position themselves as trustworthy, professional operators.
Consider a mid-sized independent restaurant in Manchester that was struggling with poor ventilation.
The owners faced multiple complaints from staff about heat and smoke,
and Environmental Health had warned them of potential action if improvements weren’t made.
The cost of a new extraction canopy, ducting, and fans was quoted at £45,000 — more than the business could afford upfront.
Through hire purchase finance arranged by Gable Asset Finance,
the restaurant spread payments over five years, kept monthly instalments affordable,
and immediately improved working conditions.
As a result, they passed their next hygiene inspection with flying colours,
reduced staff turnover, and even saw an increase in customer bookings thanks to improved dining conditions.
This example highlights how commercial kitchen extraction isn’t just a regulatory requirement —
it’s a direct investment in staff wellbeing, food safety, and long-term profitability.
By spreading the cost with finance, businesses gain access to modern systems without putting pressure on cash reserves.
An effective commercial kitchen extraction system is made up of several interconnected components.
Each plays a vital role in removing hazardous air, controlling temperature, and ensuring compliance with
UK safety regulations. At Gable Asset Finance, we regularly arrange finance for
businesses needing individual components or complete systems.
Below we break down the key elements and explain their importance.
Also known as ventilation hoods, extraction canopies sit directly above cooking appliances such as
fryers, grills, ovens, and ranges. Their purpose is to capture rising heat, steam, smoke,
and grease particles before they spread throughout the kitchen.
There are several different types of canopies used in commercial kitchens:
Canopies are typically made from stainless steel for durability and ease of cleaning.
They also house grease filters to trap oil particles before air enters the ductwork.
Financing canopy systems ensures businesses comply with hygiene standards while improving safety and efficiency.
Fans are the heart of any extraction system. They provide the power to draw contaminated air
from the canopy and push it through ducting to the outside atmosphere.
The size, speed, and type of fan will depend on the kitchen layout and volume of cooking output.
Key options include:
An underpowered fan can compromise the entire extraction system.
Through finance agreements, kitchens can install fans sized correctly for their needs,
ensuring effective ventilation and compliance with regulations.
Grease filters are essential components located inside canopies.
Their job is to capture grease and oil particles before they can enter the ductwork.
Without filters, grease deposits build up quickly, leading to fire hazards and
expensive cleaning requirements. There are several types of filters:
Regular filter cleaning and replacement is vital. Many finance agreements arranged by
Gable Asset Finance can include maintenance packages,
helping businesses spread the cost of servicing alongside equipment repayments.
Ducting is the network of metal channels that carry contaminated air from the canopy
to the exterior of the building. Ducts must be professionally designed to ensure air flows efficiently,
avoiding back-pressure or leakage. Poorly designed ducting can result in odours escaping into dining areas,
or even structural damage due to condensation.
Key considerations for ducting include:
Because ducting can represent a significant proportion of system cost, financing it through
an affordable repayment plan makes sense for many hospitality and catering businesses.
Effective extraction systems don’t just remove air — they must also replace it.
Without an air replacement system, a vacuum effect can develop,
causing doors to slam shut or smoke to leak into dining areas.
Replacement systems ensure a steady flow of fresh, filtered air into the kitchen,
balancing pressure and creating a comfortable working environment.
Options include make-up air units and air handling units (AHUs),
both of which can be financed through Gable Asset Finance.
These are particularly important in larger operations such as hotel kitchens,
school canteens, or food manufacturing plants.
For any kitchen using gas appliances, a gas interlock system is a legal requirement.
This system ensures that gas flow is automatically cut off if the extraction fan fails,
preventing dangerous fumes from building up. Interlocks are directly linked to fan operation
and are inspected regularly during compliance checks.
The cost of installing gas interlock systems can vary depending on kitchen size and layout,
but they are non-negotiable under UK law. Financing options allow businesses
to remain compliant without straining their budgets.
While not technically part of extraction, many modern canopy systems integrate
fire suppression systems. These use nozzles positioned within the canopy
to release fire-retardant chemicals if flames are detected.
This protects staff, equipment, and the building from catastrophic fire damage.
Insurance companies increasingly expect fire suppression systems in high-volume kitchens,
such as those in hotels, fast-food chains, and large restaurants.
Through asset finance, these life-saving systems can be included in a comprehensive
ventilation package without upfront capital expenditure.
Modern extraction systems are often modular, meaning components can be upgraded or scaled
to suit changing business needs. For example, a small café might start with a wall canopy
and axial fan, then expand to a full island canopy and air replacement unit as it grows.
With flexible finance solutions from Gable Asset Finance,
businesses can scale their systems over time, upgrading without financial disruption.
A four-star hotel in Birmingham recently underwent an expansion to its catering facilities.
The project required a complete extraction system including multiple island canopies,
a central air handling unit, and a gas interlock system for its new gas ovens.
The total cost exceeded £120,000.
Instead of paying upfront, the hotel partnered with Gable Asset Finance
to arrange a lease agreement spread over seven years.
This structure aligned with the hotel’s seasonal cash flow,
enabled them to preserve working capital for other renovations,
and ensured they remained compliant with all UK safety regulations.
By the end of the lease, the hotel had the option to upgrade the system to a newer,
more energy-efficient model — a flexibility that outright purchase would not have provided.
Purchasing and installing a full commercial kitchen extraction system can represent a
significant capital investment. Costs can range from a few thousand pounds for a
basic canopy and fan system to more than £150,000 for large-scale hotel or institutional kitchens.
Rather than paying in full upfront, many UK businesses use financing options to spread the cost,
align repayments with revenue, and preserve working capital.
At Gable Asset Finance, we specialise in structuring
finance agreements tailored to your business, whether you are a start-up café,
an established restaurant group, or a contract caterer.
Choosing finance instead of an outright purchase delivers several advantages:
Hire purchase is one of the most popular ways to acquire commercial kitchen extraction systems.
Under HP, you pay an initial deposit (usually 10–20% of the system value) followed by fixed
monthly instalments over an agreed term, typically 2–7 years.
Once the final payment is made, ownership of the equipment transfers to you.
Advantages of Hire Purchase:
Example:
A busy fish and chip restaurant in Blackpool needed a £40,000 high-capacity canopy and
ducting system to comply with local environmental regulations.
Gable Asset Finance arranged a hire purchase agreement with a 15% deposit and
monthly repayments over 5 years. The predictable cost structure allowed the restaurant
to maintain cash flow while planning for eventual equipment ownership.
Finance leasing allows your business to use an extraction system over a fixed period
while making regular lease payments. Ownership remains with the leasing company,
but at the end of the term you may have options to upgrade, continue leasing, or
make a small final payment to transfer ownership.
Advantages of Leasing:
Example:
A chain of London-based burger restaurants required upgraded canopy systems across
five sites to cope with higher output. Gable Asset Finance structured a 4-year lease
arrangement allowing the company to spread costs evenly,
and provided an upgrade option at the end of the lease.
This allowed the chain to expand without draining cash reserves.
An operating lease (also known as rental) is similar to finance leasing,
but the term is typically shorter and the responsibility for maintenance and servicing
may remain with the equipment supplier. This option is popular with smaller kitchens
that may wish to avoid long-term commitments or who want a fully serviced solution.
Advantages of Operating Leases:
Example:
A new start-up café in Bristol chose an operating lease for a £12,000 canopy and fan system.
The monthly rental payments included routine filter replacement and servicing,
giving the owners peace of mind while keeping overheads predictable.
After 3 years, the café had the option to either return the equipment,
extend the rental, or upgrade to a new system.
In some cases, businesses prefer to take out a secured or unsecured business loan
to fund the purchase of an extraction system. With this option, you purchase the
equipment outright and repay the loan over time.
Gable Asset Finance works with a panel of lenders to arrange loans at competitive rates.
Advantages of Business Loans:
Example:
A Midlands-based care home operator secured a £70,000 business loan
through Gable Asset Finance to install new canopies, fans, and ducting across three sites.
The loan was structured over 6 years with fixed monthly repayments,
allowing the operator to standardise systems across all locations and benefit from
economies of scale.
If your business has already invested in an extraction system outright,
you may still be able to unlock value through refinancing.
This involves selling the asset to a finance company and then leasing it back,
providing an immediate cash injection while allowing you to continue using the system.
Advantages of Refinancing:
Example:
A Glasgow-based contract caterer refinanced its £55,000 extraction system
installed two years earlier. By working with Gable Asset Finance,
the company unlocked £35,000 in working capital while continuing to use the system under a leaseback arrangement.
The funds were reinvested in marketing and staff recruitment,
helping the business secure new contracts.
Gable Asset Finance recognises that different sectors face unique challenges.
We offer sector-specific solutions, such as:
A seafood restaurant in Cornwall required a £25,000 canopy and air replacement system to
replace an outdated installation. The restaurant experienced highly seasonal trade,
with 70% of revenue generated between May and September.
Gable Asset Finance arranged a seasonally adjusted lease with higher
repayments during peak summer months and lower payments in winter.
This structure matched the restaurant’s cash flow perfectly,
ensuring affordability without financial strain.
At Gable Asset Finance, we understand that every industry has unique requirements
when it comes to commercial kitchen extraction systems. From small takeaways to
multi-site hotel chains, from schools to food manufacturers, each sector has its own
budgeting challenges, regulatory obligations, and cash flow patterns.
Our tailored finance solutions ensure that all types of organisations can install
the right extraction systems without financial strain.
Restaurants and takeaways represent one of the largest groups of businesses
requiring extraction system finance. Regulatory compliance is strict, especially in
densely populated urban areas where odour and noise complaints can quickly escalate.
Case Study:
A kebab shop in Manchester required a £15,000 extraction canopy with
advanced grease filtration to comply with environmental health rules.
Gable Asset Finance arranged a 3-year hire purchase agreement with
affordable monthly instalments. Ownership passed to the shop at the end,
ensuring long-term compliance without draining capital.
Hotels, conference centres, and large hospitality venues often require
complex, multi-zone extraction systems. These may include
low-velocity air systems for dining areas and high-capacity units for
banqueting kitchens. Installation frequently involves crane lifting and
modular assembly of air handling units (AHUs).
Case Study:
A four-star hotel in Birmingham refurbished its kitchens with a £120,000
ventilation and extraction project. Gable Asset Finance arranged a 7-year finance lease,
spreading the cost and bundling it with catering equipment finance.
The structured approach allowed the hotel to complete renovations without disrupting
cash reserves needed for marketing its relaunch.
Education sector kitchens—whether in school canteens, colleges, or
university catering halls—must maintain excellent air quality for both staff
and students. These projects are often governed by budget constraints
and tender processes.
Case Study:
A comprehensive school in Kent upgraded its extraction system as part of a
£30,000 canteen refurbishment. Gable Asset Finance structured an
operating lease with payments spread across the school’s annual budget.
This allowed compliance without requiring large capital expenditure approval.
Care homes and healthcare providers need reliable, compliant extraction
systems to maintain food safety and protect vulnerable residents or patients.
These environments often require low-noise systems to ensure comfort.
Case Study:
A care home group in the North East required extraction upgrades across
three sites. Gable Asset Finance arranged a multi-site loan facility,
consolidating costs and spreading repayments over 6 years.
The upgrades were completed without affecting operational budgets for care delivery.
Food processing plants and manufacturers of ready meals, baked goods,
or chilled foods often operate on an industrial scale. Extraction systems
here must handle heavy grease and high air volumes.
Failure to comply with hygiene standards can lead to major penalties
or shutdowns.
Case Study:
A food production factory in Yorkshire installed a new £200,000
air handling system to meet updated hygiene rules. Gable Asset Finance
structured a blended solution: £120,000 on a finance lease, £80,000
released via refinancing of existing machinery.
This dual approach allowed the project to proceed without cutting
into the company’s operational budget.
Mobile catering units, event caterers, and festival food operators also
require extraction systems, often compact and portable. Financing helps
operators spread costs across their busy seasons.
Case Study:
A mobile pizza operator financed a compact canopy and extraction
fan system through a seasonal repayment plan.
Payments were higher during summer festival months and reduced
over the quieter winter period, matching cash inflows perfectly.
No matter the industry, our team at Gable Asset Finance works
closely with business owners, contractors, and equipment suppliers
to design finance packages that address sector-specific challenges.
Whether you’re a family-run takeaway, a large hotel chain, or a
public sector organisation, our brokerage model gives access to a wide
panel of UK lenders, ensuring the most competitive terms.
By combining industry knowledge with flexible structuring options,
we provide solutions that reduce financial barriers, improve compliance,
and keep kitchens operating safely and efficiently.