Exhaust System Service
Exhaust system service is a thorough high pressure steam-cleaning of the exhaust hood, duct and fan.
Why should I do it?
Exhaust system maintenance is essential for the safe and efficient operation of a kitchen. If left unmaintained, the filters, ducts and fan blades will accumulate greasy deposits which will restrict air flow and fan suction.
Poor exhaust system maintenance coupled with restricted air flow opens the possibility for a fire hazard. Restricted air flow will cause temperatures to rise and may subsequently ignite existing grease deposits.
Customers using charcoal are at greater risk of a fire hazard because the charcoal residues are highly flammable. Therefore, we recommend those restaurants service their exhaust hoods more frequently.
Who checks this?
Everyone—cleanliness is an expectation for customers and is mandatory for the health department.
This service is also monitored by insurance providers and fire departments. If you want to renew your insurance, obtain a liquor license or sell fireworks for a celebration, they expect your exhaust hood to be maintained properly.
Proper maintenance entails the use of a certified company to service an exhaust hood no later than every six months, or sooner if the kitchen is heavily used.
Insurance companies also require landlords to ensure their restaurant tenants provide documentation for those services.
