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Professional exhaust hood cleaning that keeps your restaurant fire-safe, inspection-ready, and fully compliant with NFPA 96 standards. Serving restaurants, hotels, hospitals, and food service facilities.
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Before & After
Grease removed down to bare metal
Why NFPA 96 Compliance Matters
Non-compliance can shut your kitchen down — and put lives at risk.
Fire Prevention
Grease buildup causes over 60% of restaurant fires. Our bare-metal cleaning removes that fuel source completely. Failure to clean exhaust systems is the primary cause of fire spread in commercial kitchens.
Inspection Ready
Get digital documentation, before/after photos, and certification stickers on every hood. NFPA 96 2025 updates now require digital records available for AHJ review.
Insurance Protection
Many insurers now require proof of NFPA-compliant cleanings performed by certified pros. Non-compliance may result in denied insurance claims in case of fire.
Legal Compliance
NFPA 96 requires only trained, qualified, and certified professionals to perform exhaust system cleanings. In-house staff cleaning does not satisfy compliance.
What We Clean — Top to Bottom
Your entire kitchen exhaust system, completely degreased.
💨 Hood Canopy
Full degreasing of all interior and exterior hood surfaces.
🔧 Baffle Filters
Removal, deep cleaning, and reinstallation of all grease filters.
📦 Exhaust Ductwork
Horizontal & vertical ducts scraped and cleaned down to bare metal.
🌀 Exhaust Fan
Fan blades, housing, and rooftop fan assembly completely degreased.
🛡️ Access Panels
Installation of compliant access panels when needed.
📄 Full Documentation
Digital report with before/after photos + certification sticker.
NFPA 96 Cleaning Frequency Requirements
Based on your cooking volume, NFPA 96 mandates specific cleaning schedules.
| Cooking Type | Required Frequency | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Solid Fuel Operations | Monthly | Wood-fired ovens, charbroilers, open-flame grills |
| High-Volume / 24/7 Kitchens | Monthly (NFPA 96 2025 update) | 24-hour diners, high-volume fast food, wok cooking |
| Moderate-Volume | Semi-Annually | Most full-service restaurants, cafeterias |
| Low-Volume | Annually | Seasonal businesses, churches, day camps |
⚠️ NFPA 96 2025 updates now require monthly cleanings for high-volume and 24/7 kitchens — and digital documentation for all cleaning activities.
How It Works — Simple & Hassle-Free
We work around your kitchen schedule — night shifts, weekends, no downtime.
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Free Assessment
We evaluate your system and provide a transparent quote.
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Schedule Cleaning
We book at your convenience — overnight or off-hours.
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Deep Cleaning
Full hood, duct, fan system cleaned to bare metal.
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Inspection Ready
Digital report, photos, certification sticker provided.
Why Restaurant Owners Trust Us
✅ IKECA Certified Technicians
CECT and CECS certified pros with annual continuing education.
✅ Fully Insured & Bonded
General liability and workers' comp — you're fully protected.
✅ 24/7 Emergency Service
Unexpected inspection? We'll be there.
✅ Satisfaction Guaranteed
We don't stop until your system is spotless.
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Real Reviews from Real Restaurant Owners
★★★★★
"They showed up on time, did a thorough job, and left my kitchen spotless. Fire marshal passed us with zero issues the next day."
— Maria G., Italian Restaurant
★★★★★
"Great communication, fair pricing, and they work overnight so we didn't lose any service hours. Highly recommend."
— James T., Sports Bar & Grill
★★★★★
"IKECA certified team — they provided before/after photos and all the documentation my insurance company required."
— David L., Hotel Executive Chef
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ How often does NFPA 96 require commercial hood cleaning?
NFPA 96 mandates cleaning intervals based on cooking volume: Monthly for solid fuel operations, monthly for high-volume/24/7 kitchens (2025 update), semi-annually for moderate volume, and annually for low volume. Only certified professionals may perform these cleanings.
❓ What does "cleaned to bare metal" mean?
NFPA 96 requires all combustible grease be completely removed from the hood, filters, ductwork, and fan — down to the original metal surface. This is the legal industry standard for professional kitchen hood cleaning.
❓ Do you work after hours?
Yes. We specialize in overnight and off-hours cleaning to avoid disrupting your service. We work around your schedule — nights, weekends, early mornings.
❓ Are your technicians certified?
Yes. Our team holds IKECA CECT (Certified Exhaust Cleaning Technician) and CECS (Certified Exhaust Cleaning Specialist) certifications, with annual continuing education required by NFPA 96 standards.
❓ Do you provide documentation for insurance and fire marshal?
Absolutely. We provide a complete digital report including before/after photos, cleaning details, and a certification sticker on your hood with last service date and next due date — everything you need to stay compliant.
Ready to Get Compliant?
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