Keep your kitchen safe, compliant, and efficient with professional restaurant hood cleaning services that protect your team, customers, and reputation. Running a restaurant involves juggling countless responsibilities—from food quality and staffing to customer service and cleanliness. But one of the most critical components of your kitchen’s infrastructure often goes unnoticed until it’s too late: your restaurant hood system.

These exhaust hoods, along with their connected ductwork and fans, play a vital role in capturing and removing grease-laden vapors, smoke, heat, and airborne contaminants generated during cooking. Over time, however, these systems accumulate thick layers of grease and debris. Without regular professional cleaning, they become dangerous—and potentially disastrous.

The Fire Risk You Can’t Afford to Ignore

Grease buildup in hood systems is highly flammable. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), cooking equipment is the leading cause of fires in restaurants—and the majority of those fires start with grease.

Even a small spark can ignite the grease trapped in your ducts, filters, or exhaust fans, causing a fire that spreads rapidly through the system and potentially throughout your building. Insurance claims may be denied if cleaning standards haven’t been met, putting your financial stability at risk.

Routine hood cleaning isn’t just a good idea—it’s a critical part of fire prevention and regulatory compliance.

Health Code Violations & Legal Compliance

Local fire marshals and health inspectors enforce strict codes related to commercial kitchen exhaust systems. Under NFPA 96, restaurants are required to clean their hood systems on a set schedule based on their cooking volume:

• High-volume kitchens (e.g., 24-hour diners, fast food, wok cooking): Every 3 months
• Moderate-volume kitchens (e.g., sit-down restaurants): Every 6 months
• Low-volume kitchens (e.g., church kitchens, seasonal businesses): Every 12 months

Failure to comply with these regulations can lead to:

• Hefty fines
• Failed inspections
• Closure orders
• Liability in the event of a fire or injury

At Advanced Air Duct Cleaning, we follow NFPA 96 standards to ensure your hood system is cleaned thoroughly and documented properly. We provide detailed service reports and inspection certificates to keep you compliant and inspection-ready at all times.

Operational Impact: Efficiency, Odor Control & Staff Safety

Grease and grime buildup does more than pose safety hazards—it disrupts your kitchen’s performance. When ventilation is compromised:

• Cooking heat builds up, making the kitchen unbearably hot
• Smoke and fumes linger, irritating staff and affecting food quality
• Odors seep into dining areas, negatively impacting customer experience
• Equipment like fryers and ranges may overheat or shut down
• Airflow decreases, causing HVAC strain and higher energy bills

A clean hood system allows your ventilation to work efficiently, improving airflow, temperature control, and overall comfort. It also extends the lifespan of your equipment and creates a safer, more pleasant working environment for your kitchen team.

Why Choose Advanced Air Duct Cleaning for Your Hood Cleaning Needs?

At Advanced Air Duct Cleaning, we specialize in professional restaurant hood cleaning services tailored to meet the specific needs of commercial kitchens of all sizes. Whether you operate a small bistro or a busy multi-kitchen facility, our certified technicians deliver:

• Thorough degreasing of hoods, filters, ductwork, and fans
• NFPA 96-compliant services with detailed documentation
• Flexible scheduling to minimize downtime
• Emergency and after-hours availability
• Peace of mind that your restaurant is safe, compliant, and protected

We use industrial-grade tools and environmentally safe cleaning agents to get the job done right—removing every trace of grease and ensuring your exhaust system operates at its best.

Don’t Let a Preventable Fire or Violation Shut You Down

In the restaurant business, reputation is everything—and nothing damages it faster than a fire, failed inspection, or bad odor in your dining room. Hood cleaning is one of the smartest investments you can make in your business’s safety, efficiency, and longevity.

Contact Advanced Air Duct Cleaning today to schedule your next restaurant hood cleaning. Let’s protect your kitchen, your team, and your future—together.