Hood Cleaning

Hood Cleaning in Chicago, IL

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Clean, Safe, and Code-Compliant Hood Systems

Professional Hood Cleaning Services

At Chicago Hood Cleaning, we provide expert commercial hood cleaning that keeps your kitchen safe, compliant, and free from grease buildup. Our technicians use industry-grade degreasers and steam cleaning equipment to remove flammable residues from hoods and nearby surfaces.

We help restaurants, institutions, and food service facilities stay inspection-ready and reduce the risk of grease fires by maintaining clean and functional hood systems.

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We follow NFPA 96 and Chicago health code requirements, and every cleaning includes service documentation for inspections or insurance purposes.

Why Choose Chicago Hood Cleaning

Our hood cleaning services are performed by trained professionals using advanced methods and tools that meet the highest industry standards.

Certified Hood Cleaning Specialists

We’re trained in NFPA 96-compliant hood cleaning protocols, using safe and effective techniques on all types of systems.

Code-Compliant Service

We ensure your kitchen hood is cleaned to bare metal, meeting local fire and health code regulations.

Flexible Scheduling

We offer off-hours service to minimize disruption to your kitchen operations—day, night, or weekends.

The Importance of Cleaning

Kitchen hoods accumulate grease rapidly, especially in high-use environments. Without regular cleaning, these systems become serious fire hazards and attract violations during inspections.

Fire Prevention and Risk Reduction

Hood cleaning removes grease before it becomes fuel for kitchen fires, reducing risk and liability.

Compliance and Kitchen Efficiency

Clean hoods improve airflow, reduce heat buildup, and help you stay compliant with local safety standards.

Areas we serve

Chicago Hood Cleaning proudly provides hood cleaning services across the greater Chicago area, including:

Hood Cleaning Benefits

Reduces Fire Risk

Removes flammable grease buildup from kitchen hood systems to prevent dangerous fires.

Improves Ventilation

Clean hoods support airflow, remove smoke, and help maintain a cooler, more breathable kitchen.

Passes Inspections

Stay compliant with NFPA 96 and local inspection requirements with properly documented cleanings.

Extends Equipment Life

Prevents grease buildup from damaging hood surfaces, filters, and fan components.

Minimizes Odors

Reduces lingering cooking smells by improving exhaust performance.

Insurance Requirements

Meets most commercial kitchen insurance policies that require certified hood cleanings.

Cleaner Work Environment

Improves hygiene for staff and reduces bacterial growth near the cooking line.

Boosts Kitchen Professionalism

A clean hood gives a strong visual impression of cleanliness and care in your operation.

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One Call to a Cleaner, Safer Hood
Getting started is simple. Book your cleaning today and let our certified team handle the rest. We’ll remove grease buildup, ensure your system meets all regulations, and provide full documentation for compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most commercial kitchens require hood cleaning every 3 to 6 months. High-volume or solid fuel cooking may require monthly service.
Yes. NFPA 96 and Chicago fire codes mandate regular hood cleaning to reduce fire hazards.
We clean the hood interior and exterior, baffle filters, and connecting duct areas as accessible, all to bare metal standards.
Yes. You’ll receive a full service report and optional before-and-after photos for inspections or insurance.
No. We offer after-hours and weekend service to avoid interrupting your operations.
Typically 2–4 hours, depending on the system size and grease level.
Yes. Hood cleaning focuses on the canopy and filters. Exhaust cleaning includes ducts, fans, and rooftop units as well.
It depends on hood size, condition, and frequency. Contact us for a custom quote.