How often should hood cleaning be scheduled?
NFPA 96 inspection frequencies commonly guide the conversation: monthly for solid-fuel operations; quarterly for high-volume, 24-hour, charbroil or wok cooking; semiannually for moderate-volume cooking; annually for low-volume kitchens, including many church and seasonal operations. Cleaning is needed when grease buildup calls for it, and locally adopted requirements and inspection findings control.
What photos do you need?
For each hood, send one wide photo showing the complete hood layout and cooking equipment, plus one interior/front photo showing the filters and visible grease. Roof, fan, duct, inspection-sticker and access photos are optional, and existing behind-filter photos are welcome. For an oven-only request, send the oven photos instead.
What does hood and exhaust cleaning starting at $425 cover?
Hood-only cleaning starts at $425 for the whole accessible hood, filters, ductwork and fan. We confirm the work and price from the equipment, buildup, access and agreed scope shown in your request.
Can I bundle hood and oven cleaning, or book an oven by itself?
Yes. Conveyor-oven cleaning and hood/oven bundles start at $795. We can quote a standalone oven cleaning or a combined visit, with the final price confirmed after reviewing photos.
Can I check the work after cleaning?
We welcome your inspection and questions after the service. Before-and-after photos and service documentation help explain the work completed and any corrective issues identified.
What fan access is needed for rooftop upblast fan service?
For affected rooftop upblast fans, a proper hinge and hold-open arrangement is required for our service. It lets the crew tilt and secure the fan to reach the blades and upper ductwork, supporting applicable NFPA 96 access requirements. Suitable existing hinges may already provide this access; a new kit is not automatically needed. If the arrangement is missing or unsuitable, we explain the limitation and agree corrective work before proceeding with the affected fan or duct cleaning. Complete top-to-bottom cleaning also depends on other required duct access points. See roof-service hinge details and the typical $350–$500 range.
When will you contact me?
Typically within one business day to review your request and confirm the next step for a quote.