Exhaust Hood Cleaning in Atlanta

Professional exhaust hood and ventilation cleaning for fire safety and code compliance. Connect with 263+ verified kitchen equipment technicians in Atlanta for expert exhaust hood cleaning.

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$300 - $1,500

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

Grease buildup creating fire hazard

Reduced exhaust airflow

Dripping grease from filters

Fan performance degradation

Code violations from inadequate cleaning

Failed health inspections

Our Exhaust Hood Cleaning Process

Pre-cleaning inspection and documentation

Kitchen protection and containment

Chemical degreasing of all surfaces

Ductwork and fan cleaning

Filter cleaning or replacement

Post-cleaning inspection

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

What should I do if my walk-in is failing and I need to protect food?

1) Call an emergency refrigeration technician immediately. 2) Take and document temperature readings. 3) Move the most temperature-sensitive items (proteins, dairy) to alternate refrigeration first. 4) Contact your health department if temperatures approach 40°F+ — they can advise on food safety decisions. 5) Document all food temps for insurance claims. 6) Consider dry ice or portable refrigeration units for critical inventory. 7) Alert your supplier you may need emergency replacement products.

What does an NFPA 96 compliant hood cleaning include?

A compliant hood cleaning includes: complete degreasing of the hood canopy, all grease filters, the entire ductwork system from hood to exhaust fan discharge, and the exhaust fan and housing. Areas that cannot be thoroughly cleaned must be documented. Cleaning must be performed by a qualified company and documented with service report and before/after photos. The technician should leave a dated sticker on the equipment and provide a compliance certificate.