Question 1

What is commercial hood cleaning?

Accepted Answer

Commercial hood cleaning is the process of removing grease from commercial hood, exhaust, & fans. It should be routine maintenance for any commercial kitchen to decrease the likelihood of devastating fires and to meet health and sanitation codes.

Question 2

Why is regular hood cleaning important for my restaurant?

Accepted Answer

Hood cleaning recommendations are based on usage and types of food being prepared. Kitchens open 7 days a week required  to be cleaned every 3 months. Kitchens open 3-5 days a week are required to be cleaned every 6 months.

Question 3

What are the risks of not cleaning my commercial kitchen hood?

Accepted Answer

Decrease performance include less efficient exhaust fans which will result in increased smoke and heat in the kitchen.  Hazards include loss of life, property, revenue to your business as well as surrounding businesses as well. Health inspectors inspect the cleanliness of kitchens and improperly maintained kitchen equipment will result in Low health sanitation grades.

Question 4

What does the hood cleaning process involve?

Accepted Answer

Hood cleaning involves using high end specialized equipment and custom made cleaners/degreasers to achieve a top notch result.

Question 5

How long does a typical hood cleaning service take?

Accepted Answer

A unmaintained hood will require an initial deep cleaning followed by regular routine maintenance. Initial deep cleaning can take 4-8 hours and routine maintenance can be 3-4 hours. Each hood and kitchen is different and has different needs so all of our pricing is customized and based on individual needs and preferences.

Question 6

Do you provide certifications or reports after cleaning?

Accepted Answer

A professional hood cleaning report is required by the state and can be required by compliance engine reporting agency depending on your county and/or city regulations. We go an extra step and provide before and after pictures to our customers to let them see what quality work has been done.

Question 7

What qualifications and certifications do your technicians have?

Accepted Answer

As an owner of a local small business, I participate and oversee each and every hood cleaning offered by business. I have personally trained all of my employees and make sure they have the same work ethic and dedication to providing quality results as myself. I am ICC certified and I am a member of NFPA, NAFED, & NCNAFED.

Question 8

Can you clean hoods during non-business hours?

Accepted Answer

Hoods cleanings are scheduled to accommodate client’s needs whether it is on a day they are closed, weekend,  early morning or late hours.

Question 9

What is the cost of commercial hood cleaning services?

Accepted Answer

There are a lot of factors that go into pricing for hood cleaning. Each job is given an estimate based on their needs.

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