What a Complete Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Includes

A kitchen exhaust system is more than the visible hood face. Grease can collect in the plenum, ductwork and rooftop fan where it may be missed during a partial cleaning. Our service is built around the complete accessible exhaust path.

• Interior and exterior hood canopy cleaning
• Grease filter cleaning
• Hood plenum cleaning
• Accessible horizontal and vertical exhaust duct cleaning
• Access-panel cleaning and inspection
• Rooftop exhaust fan blade, housing and base cleaning
• Removal of grease buildup around the rooftop exhaust area when included in the scope
• Before-and-after photographs and video documentation
• Written service report and service sticker
• Clear notes about visible access, maintenance or system concerns

If parts of the duct system cannot be safely reached, we identify the access problem rather than pretending the hidden area was cleaned. Access panels can be installed where appropriate to make complete future service possible.

Your First Line of Defense Against Grease Fires

Commercial kitchen exhaust cleaning is fire-prevention work. Grease-laden vapor travels through the hood, filters, plenum, ductwork and exhaust fan. If that residue is allowed to build up, a cooking fire can spread beyond the appliance and into the exhaust system.

The Hood Guy LLC removes accumulated grease from accessible system components and documents the completed work. Our service supports a facility’s fire-safety and maintenance program, but it does not replace inspection or service of the fire-suppression system.

Our Hood-Cleaning Process

1. On-Site System Inspection

We inspect the hood, filters, duct access and rooftop fan before quoting the job. This lets us evaluate the system configuration, grease level, roof access and any areas that may require additional access.

2. Kitchen and Equipment Protection

Before cleaning begins, the work area is prepared and protected to control water, grease and cleaning solution. Service is scheduled to reduce disruption to kitchen operations.

3. Complete Accessible System Cleaning

Grease is removed from the hood, plenum, accessible ductwork and rooftop fan. The goal is a complete cleaning of the accessible exhaust path—not a cosmetic wipe-down of the visible hood.

4. Verification and Documentation

After cleaning, we inspect the completed work and provide before-and-after photos, a video walkthrough, a service report and a service sticker. If we find an access problem or visible maintenance concern, it is documented clearly.

Cleaning Frequency and NFPA 96

Commercial kitchen exhaust systems should be inspected on a schedule that reflects the cooking volume and type of operation. Solid-fuel and high-volume cooking operations generally require more frequent attention than low-volume or seasonal kitchens.

Cleaning frequency should be based on actual grease accumulation, cooking methods, applicable code requirements and the needs of the authority having jurisdiction, insurer and facility. We inspect the system before quoting and can help establish a practical recurring-service schedule based on the operation.

Commercial Facilities We Serve

• Restaurants and restaurant groups
• Hotels, resorts and hospitality kitchens
• Schools, colleges and institutional dining facilities
• Hospitals and senior-living communities
• Factories and employee cafeterias
• Churches and community kitchens
• Casinos, attractions and entertainment venues
• Food trucks and mobile cooking operations

We work with independent operators, property managers and multi-location organizations that need dependable scheduling, clear communication and proof of completed service.

Serving East Tennessee and Beyond

The Hood Guy LLC serves commercial kitchens across East Tennessee and surrounding markets, including the Knoxville area, Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Johnson City, Kingsport and Bristol. We also travel for regional and multi-location customers.

• Knoxville and Knox County
• Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg
• Johnson City, Kingsport and Bristol

Why Commercial Kitchens Choose The Hood Guy LLC

• The owner is present on every jobsite
• No third-party hood-cleaning crews or subcontracted local power washers
• On-site inspection before quoting
• Complete accessible hood-to-fan cleaning
• Before-and-after photos and video walkthrough
• Written service report and service sticker
• Overnight and off-hour scheduling when arranged
• Service for single locations and regional multi-location customers

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you clean the ductwork and rooftop exhaust fan?

Yes. The service is designed around the complete accessible exhaust system, including the hood, plenum, accessible ductwork and rooftop fan—not only the visible hood surface.

Will I receive proof that the system was cleaned?

Yes. Completed service includes before-and-after documentation, a video walkthrough, a service report and a service sticker.

Do you use subcontractors?

No. The owner is present on every jobsite, and hood-cleaning work is not handed off to third-party cleaners or local power-washing crews.

Can you clean kitchens overnight or outside operating hours?

Off-hour and overnight scheduling can be arranged based on the facility, travel schedule and scope of work.

How do I get a price?

Schedule an on-site inspection. We evaluate the hood, duct access, rooftop fan, grease level and jobsite conditions before providing an estimate.

Schedule an On-Site Inspection

Get an honest look at the condition of your commercial kitchen exhaust system and a clear estimate for the work it needs. Call The Hood Guy LLC at (865) 312-2561 or use the inspection request form.