Safe Hood Cleaning Methods

Grease particles are drawn into the vent hood during cooking, hood cleaning  they can become trapped on the hood surface and fan blades. Over time, the buildup can reduce the ventilation system’s efficiency and cause equipment damage. It also poses a fire hazard, as the grease becomes highly flammable when exposed to a spark or high heat. In addition, dirty vent hoods can release unpleasant odors into the kitchen and surrounding area.

The best way to prevent these problems is to hire a certified company to clean the vent hood and exhaust system on a regular schedule. This will ensure all areas are cleaned to NFPA 96 standards, keeping grease removal devices working effectively and the ventilation system in top shape.

In addition, the company will provide detailed reports and official certificates that you can hand to fire marshals or insurance providers when needed. This will help you maintain a good relationship with your insurance provider and avoid costly fines in the event of an inspection or a fire.

During the cleaning process, all food service should be closed and vulnerable kitchen areas covered with plastic sheets to protect equipment and surfaces from contaminated cleaning chemicals and greasy water. Service technicians will remove filters and the grease trap tray, soaking them in degreaser chemicals before cleaning off the hood surface, ducting, fans, and other components.

Once the major grease buildup has been removed, the cleaning service will rinse surfaces using hot water power washing and a scraper to remove any remaining residues. They will then return the hood, filter, and grease trap to their proper place and test fans for noise and vibrations to make sure they are in working order.

“Chicago Hood Cleaning – Kitchen Exhaust Cleaners
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1608 S Ashland Ave Unit 27317, Chicago, IL 60608
(779) 223-0319