Exhaust Hood Cleaning

Exhaust Hood Cleaning in Houston

Professional exhaust hood and ventilation cleaning for fire safety and code compliance. Connect with 512+ verified kitchen equipment technicians in Houston for expert exhaust hood cleaning.

About Exhaust Hood Cleaning

Commercial exhaust hood cleaning is not just a maintenance task — it's a fire safety and health code requirement. NFPA 96 mandates regular cleaning of exhaust hoods, filters, ductwork, and fans based on cooking volume. Our certified hood cleaning technicians provide thorough cleaning and inspection, leaving your ventilation system compliant and safe. Our service includes complete degreasing of the hood canopy, filters, ductwork, and exhaust fan. We document the cleaning with before and after photos and provide a compliance certificate for your health inspection records. We also inspect the system for damage or wear that could create fire hazards.

Benefits of Professional Exhaust Hood Cleaning

NFPA 96 compliance certification
Reduces grease fire risk
Improves exhaust efficiency
Passes health department inspections
Extends fan and filter life
Documentation for insurance requirements

Common Exhaust Hood Cleaning Issues We Solve

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Grease buildup creating fire hazard
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Reduced exhaust airflow
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Dripping grease from filters
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Fan performance degradation
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Code violations from inadequate cleaning
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Failed health inspections

Our Exhaust Hood Cleaning Process

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Pre-cleaning inspection and documentation

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Kitchen protection and containment

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Chemical degreasing of all surfaces

4

Ductwork and fan cleaning

5

Filter cleaning or replacement

6

Post-cleaning inspection

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Compliance certificate and documentation

When to Call for Exhaust Hood Cleaning

  • Quarterly or semi-annual NFPA 96 required cleaning
  • Before health inspections
  • Visible grease dripping from filters
  • Reduced exhaust airflow
  • After high-volume cooking periods

Exhaust Hood Cleaning FAQs

How much does commercial kitchen equipment installation cost?
Installation costs vary widely: single appliance installation $300-$2,000 depending on complexity (simple drop-in vs. gas/electrical connections required); complete kitchen buildout $15,000-$75,000+. Costs include equipment setting, utility connections (gas, electric, water, drain), ventilation hookup, and commissioning. Always get installation quotes separate from equipment costs — some dealers include installation, others charge separately.
How do I know if my oven needs calibration?
Signs your oven needs calibration: food is consistently undercooked or overcooked at standard settings, cooking times are significantly longer or shorter than expected, the displayed temperature doesn't match an independent thermometer reading. Oven calibration should be part of every service visit and can drift over time from component wear. A variance of more than 25°F warrants professional calibration.