Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning
Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning in Chicago, IL
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Cleaning for Safer, Compliant Commercial Kitchens
Professional Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning
At Chicago Hood Cleaning, we offer specialized kitchen exhaust cleaning services designed to protect commercial kitchens from fire hazards, improve ventilation performance, and maintain health code compliance.
Our team removes grease, smoke residue, and airborne contaminants from every component of your exhaust system, including hoods, ductwork, filters, and rooftop fans.
This service is ideal for:
- Restaurants & Cafés
- Commercial and Hotel Kitchens
- Hospitals, Nursing Homes, and Institutions
- Schools, Universities, and Food Courts
- Any business with a high-use commercial kitchen
Why Choose Chicago Hood Cleaning

Exhaust System Experts
We focus on complete exhaust system care, delivering clean, efficient, and safe airflow for your commercial kitchen.

Certified and Code Compliant
Our team is trained, fully certified, and up to date with all NFPA 96 and Chicago regulations.

Service on Your Schedule
We offer flexible appointments including nights and weekends to avoid interrupting your kitchen operations.
The Importance of Cleaning
Fire Prevention and Code Compliance
Efficiency, Airflow, and Documentation
Areas we serve
Exhaust Cleaning Benefits
Fire Hazard Reduction
Removes grease buildup that can ignite and cause dangerous kitchen fires, keeping your facility safer.
Health Code Compliance
Helps meet local health and fire regulations, reducing the risk of fines or operational shutdowns.
Improved Airflow Efficiency
Clears ventilation pathways to improve air circulation and remove heat, smoke, and odors.
More Equipment Lifespan
Prevents damage to fans and ductwork by eliminating heavy grease accumulation and blockages.
Lower Repair Costs
Regular cleanings reduce wear and tear, avoiding expensive emergency repairs or replacements.
Cleaner Kitchen Environment
Creates a more hygienic cooking space by removing grease particles and airborne contaminants.
Insurance Benefits
Helps insurance compliance and can reduce premiums by showing preventive fire safety measures.
Professional Appearance
Demonstrates a commitment to cleanliness and safety for staff, inspectors, and customers.

Who We Serve
At Chicago Hood Cleaning, we proudly serve a wide range of kitchens across the Chicagoland area. From small food trucks to high-volume commercial kitchens, our team provides professional hood cleaning services that keep your space safe, clean, and up to code. We work with restaurants, cafés, food trucks, hotels, schools, hospitals, churches, and industrial kitchens—any place where grease builds up and safety matters.
No matter the size or type of your kitchen, we understand the importance of staying compliant with health and fire regulations. Whether you’re feeding a few or feeding hundreds, our trained professionals deliver dependable service and spotless results. If you need reliable hood cleaning in Chicago, we’re here to help—quick, clean, and always done right.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cleaning frequency depends on how often you cook. High-volume kitchens may need monthly service, while moderate or light-use kitchens can follow a quarterly or semiannual schedule based on NFPA 96 guidelines.
We clean the entire exhaust system, from hood filters to ductwork and rooftop fans. The service includes degreasing, inspection, and documentation to ensure full compliance with safety codes.
Yes. Grease buildup in exhaust systems is a major fire hazard. Regular cleaning removes this risk and helps keep your kitchen environment safe.
Not at all. We offer flexible scheduling, including nights and weekends, to work around your hours and avoid disruptions to your business.
Absolutely. Our team follows NFPA 96 and Chicago fire and health codes. We’re fully insured and provide cleaning certificates and reports for inspections or insurance.
Pricing depends on kitchen size, exhaust system layout, and grease levels. Contact us for a free, customized quote based on your kitchen’s needs.
Yes. Every cleaning includes a detailed service report and optional before-and-after photos for compliance, insurance, and inspection purposes.
No. We clean exhaust systems for hotels, schools, hospitals, food courts, and any commercial kitchen that uses ventilation systems.