Core Service · NFPA 96-Aligned
Quick Facts
Service Standard
NFPA 96-Aligned
System Coverage
Roof to Hood
Cleaning Method
Top-Down Process
Grease Filters
Removed & Soaked
Documentation
Photos & Service Report
Scheduling
Nights & Weekends
Subcontractors
Never Used
Commercial Kitchen Exhaust & Hood Cleaning
Keep your commercial kitchen cleaner, safer, and operating efficiently. We thoroughly remove grease buildup from accessible areas of the hood, ductwork, exhaust fan, and filters while supporting alignment with applicable NFPA 96 requirements.
Complete Exhaust System Cleaning
From the Rooftop Fan to the Hood
We clean the complete accessible exhaust system—not only the visible hood. Working from the top down helps direct grease and cleaning solution toward the protected collection area below. Inaccessible areas and visible deficiencies are documented and brought to your attention.
Rooftop Exhaust Fan
We clean accessible fan blades, the fan bowl, and surrounding grease-affected surfaces while visually checking accessible belts, hinges, mounts, and related components for visible concerns.
Vertical Ductwork
Starting at the rooftop, we remove grease buildup from accessible vertical ductwork and work downward through the system.
Horizontal Ductwork & Access Panels
Accessible horizontal duct sections are scraped, degreased, and cleaned through installed access panels. Missing or inadequate access is documented in the service report.
Plenum & Hood Canopy
We clean the plenum, hood canopy, filter tracks, and accessible interior and exterior hood surfaces.
Grease Filters
Filters are removed, soaked in degreaser, cleaned, rinsed, and reinstalled.
Documentation & Service Sticker
You receive before-and-after photographs, a detailed service report, and a dated cleaning sticker for your maintenance and fire-safety records.
Why Regular Exhaust Cleaning Matters
Grease Buildup Affects More Than Appearance
Grease-laden vapors are produced during normal commercial cooking and can accumulate throughout the hood, plenum, ductwork, and exhaust fan. As buildup increases, it can add combustible material to the exhaust system, restrict airflow, and place additional strain on fan components.
Regular inspection and professional cleaning help reduce grease accumulation, support ventilation performance, protect exhaust equipment, and maintain clear service records for facility management and fire-safety inspections.
What Deferred Cleaning Can Lead To
Increased Fire-Safety Exposure
Grease deposits add combustible material throughout the exhaust system and can allow a cooking fire to spread beyond the appliance area.
Restricted Airflow
Accumulation inside the hood, ductwork, filters, and fan can reduce ventilation performance and contribute to a hotter or smokier kitchen.
Additional Equipment Strain
Restricted airflow and grease buildup can place greater demand on exhaust fans, belts, bearings, and motors.
Rooftop Grease Problems
Grease escaping around the exhaust fan can damage roofing materials, create slippery surfaces, and enter roof drains.
Inspection and Documentation Issues
Missing service records, inaccessible ductwork, or excessive grease buildup may result in corrective recommendations from the local fire marshal or authority having jurisdiction.
How We Do It
Our Cleaning Process
Every Sunshine Solutions hood cleaning follows a documented, top-down process designed to remove grease buildup from the accessible areas of the kitchen exhaust system while protecting the surrounding kitchen and equipment.
1
Pre-Service Inspection & Kitchen Protection
We inspect the accessible exhaust system, shut down the equipment as needed, cover the cooking equipment, and prepare the work area to contain grease and cleaning solution.
Equipment covered
System powered down
Area protected
2
Filter Removal & Pre-Soak
Grease filters are removed and placed in a degreasing solution while the remainder of the system is cleaned.
Filters removed
Degreaser applied
3
Rooftop Fan & Vertical Duct Cleaning
We begin at the rooftop exhaust fan and work downward through the accessible vertical ductwork.
Rooftop fan
Accessible vertical ductwork
4
Horizontal Duct, Plenum & Hood Cleaning
Accessible horizontal duct sections are cleaned before we finish with the plenum, hood canopy, and filter tracks.
Horizontal ductwork
Plenum & hood
5
Reassembly & Final Cleanup
Filters are rinsed and reinstalled, protective coverings are removed, and the kitchen and surrounding work areas are left clean and ready for operation.
6
Final Inspection & Documentation
We complete a final inspection and provide before-and-after photographs, a detailed service report, documented recommendations, and a dated cleaning sticker.
Photos
Service sticker
Why Choose Sunshine Solutions
The Sunshine Difference
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Our Own Trained Team
No subcontractors. Every service is performed by our trained in-house team for consistent quality and accountability.
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Locally Based in Central Florida
Based in Leesburg, we provide dependable service, clear communication, and thorough documentation throughout Central Florida.
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We Work Your Hours
Early-morning, late-night, and weekend scheduling is available to minimize disruption to your operation.
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Clear, Upfront Quotes
We provide clear pricing based on the agreed scope of work before service begins.
NFPA 96 Inspection Intervals
How Often Should Your Exhaust System Be Inspected?
NFPA 96 establishes inspection intervals based on cooking type and volume. These are inspection intervals—not automatic cleaning schedules. When grease contamination is found, the affected portions of the system should be professionally cleaned.
Facility / Cooking Type
Solid-Fuel Cooking
High-Volume Cooking
Moderate-Volume Cooking
Low-Volume Cooking
Examples
Wood- or charcoal-fired cooking equipment
24-hour operations, charbroiling, and wok cooking
Standard-volume commercial cooking operations
Churches, day camps, seasonal facilities, and senior centers
Inspection Frequency
Monthly
Quarterly
Semiannual
Annual
Not sure which category applies to your facility? We can evaluate your cooking operation, review the condition of your exhaust system, and help recommend a practical inspection and service schedule.
Learn more about NFPA 96 requirements for commercial kitchen exhaust systems.
Common Questions
Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning FAQs
How often should my kitchen exhaust system be inspected and cleaned?
Inspection frequency depends on the type and volume of cooking being performed. Cleaning is required when an inspection identifies grease contamination. We can review your operation, system condition, and service history to recommend a practical schedule.
What exactly is included in your hood cleaning service?
Our service covers the hood canopy, filters, accessible vertical and horizontal ductwork, and rooftop exhaust fan. You also receive before-and-after photographs, a detailed service report, and a dated cleaning sticker.
Do you clean at night or on weekends to avoid disrupting service?
Yes. We offer late-night, early-morning, and weekend scheduling to minimize disruption to your operation.
How do I receive an accurate quote?
Pricing depends on hood size and quantity, duct configuration, rooftop access, system condition, and service history. After reviewing your system—and performing an on-site evaluation when necessary—we provide a clear quote before scheduling the work.
Can you help address issues identified during a fire-safety inspection?
Yes. Send us the inspection report or identified concerns. We can provide cleaning, document inaccessible areas, identify visible maintenance issues, and recommend appropriate repairs or improvements.
What happens if parts of my ductwork are not accessible?
When access panels are missing, damaged, or improperly located, we document the inaccessible areas and recommend options for improving access through our Service & Maintenance program.
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Ready for a Cleaner, Safer Exhaust System?
Tell us about your facility and the service you need. We typically respond within two business hours to review your request, ask any necessary questions, and explain the next step. Some systems may require an on-site evaluation before final pricing.
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