Kitchen Hood Cleaning Service For Restaurant Groups
If you oversee multiple restaurant locations, you know that group operations face unique challenges—high-volume cooking in diverse kitchen environments, strict brand-wide compliance requirements, and the need for consistent safety standards across every property. Icon Fire Prevention delivers expert kitchen exhaust cleaning services designed for restaurant groups, ensuring each location receives the same level of thorough maintenance, documentation, and compliance support.
With our NFPA 96-compliant kitchen hood cleaning services, we helpe ensure safe, efficient operations that protect your staff, guests, and visitors.
Grease Building, Restaurant Groups, and NFPA 96 Compliance In Southern California
Grease accumulation in kitchen vents is a natural result of cooking processes, especially in facilities that frequently prepare fried or high-fat foods. When food is cooked, particularly at high temperatures or with oils, it releases very small particles of fat, oil, and grease (FOG) into the air.
In commercial kitchens, grease-laden vapors accumulate rapidly within exhaust hoods, filters, ductwork, and fans. Without routine, professional cleaning, this buildup becomes a highly combustible fire hazard. For restaurant groups, a single lapse in hood cleaning can pose serious risks: fire, smoke damage, business interruption, and potential injuries.
For district or area managers, the greatest challenge often lies in consistency. With multiple sites to oversee, it’s critical that every location adheres to the same professional standard of cleaning and documentation. Icon Fire Prevention solves this with centralized scheduling and comprehensive reporting across all properties. This allows managers to:
- Consolidate compliance records to streamline inspections
- Align cleaning frequencies with risk levels (monthly, quarterly, or semi-annual service depending on cooking volume)
- Eliminate discrepancies caused by location-to-location vendor variation
- Maintain verifiable documentation for fire officials and insurers
We prioritize NFPA 96 standards when providing hood cleaning services, so that each component of the exhaust system receives thorough, documented servicing. Our team is trained to address both visible surfaces and inaccessible duct areas, using approved degreasers, high-pressure steam, and specialized scraping methods.
Clients We Serve Within the Restaurant Group Category
At Icon Fire Prevention, our experience spans a broad spectrum of multi-unit foodservice organizations, each with unique operational and compliance challenges:
- Franchise Operators: National and regional franchise brands, often with standardized compliance requirements and frequent third-party inspections.
- Independent Restaurant Groups: Local or regional groups running multiple casual or fine dining concepts under a single management umbrella.
- Fast Casual and Quick-Service Brands: High-volume kitchens with accelerated hood cleaning requirements due to heavy fryers, grills, and open-flame cooking.
- Food Court and Mall Operators: Locations within shopping centers with strict landlord and fire marshal oversight.
- Airport and Transit Restaurants: High-security environments where compliance and operational consistency are critical.
- Hotel and Resort Food & Beverage Outlets: Multi-outlet sites where varying menus and cooking methods increase the need for adaptable solutions.
Integrated Fire Protection Services for Multi-Unit Operators
From quick-service chains to upscale dining concepts, the importance of a clean, well-maintained exhaust system remains constant. Your kitchens are the core of your restaurant group, and keeping them operating safely and efficiently is critical—not only for guest and employee safety, but also for safeguarding brand reputation, ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions, and minimizing costly downtime across every location you manage.
Compliance requirements for commercial kitchens and exhaust systems in Southern California are stringent, for the safety and well-being of both staff and patrons. Kitchen operators must adhere to the standards set by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 96, which mandates regular cleaning and maintenance of kitchen exhaust systems to prevent grease buildup and reduce fire hazards. Businesses must also comply with local health and fire department guidelines, which require routine inspections and certifications to confirm that ventilation systems are operating efficiently and free from contaminants. Failure to meet these requirements can result in fines, closures, and increased liability.
Our Range of Kitchen Hood Cleaning and Fire Prevention Services
Thorough Inspection
Our process begins with a meticulous inspection of your kitchen exhaust system. Our skilled technicians evaluate the current condition, identifying areas that require attention and tailoring our services to meet the specific needs of your kitchen.
Pre-Cleaning Preparation
Before diving into the cleaning process, we take precautions to protect your kitchen equipment and surrounding areas. Covering appliances and surfaces ensures that the cleaning procedure is efficient while safeguarding your valuable assets from any potential damage.
Grease Removal and Cleaning
Our specialized cleaning agents target and eliminate stubborn grease and grime accumulated within the kitchen exhaust system. We focus on hoods, ducts, fans, and filters, ensuring a thorough and effective cleaning process that adheres to industry standards.
Filter Replacement
To optimize the performance of your kitchen exhaust system, we recommend and provide filter replacement as part of our service. This proactive step ensures a clean and efficient airflow, reducing fire risks and maintaining a healthier kitchen environment.
Fan and Duct Cleaning
Neglecting the cleaning of fans and ducts poses a potential fire hazard. Our comprehensive approach includes a detailed cleaning of these components, promoting proper ventilation and reducing the risk of grease build-up that can compromise safety.
Final Inspection
We believe in delivering results that exceed expectations. After completing the cleaning process, our technicians conduct a final inspection to guarantee that your kitchen exhaust system is not only spotless but also in optimal working condition. This commitment to detail ensures that your kitchen meets and exceeds safety and hygiene standards.
We also offer:
- Exhaust Fan Installation: This involves setting up a new exhaust fan in a commercial kitchen. The process includes mounting the fan, connecting it to the ductwork, and ensuring proper electrical connections.
- Fire Extinguisher Service: We proudly provide expert fire extinguisher service, maintenance, and inspection throughout San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. As a trusted local provider, our certified technicians help businesses and property owners stay compliant with OSHA fire safety regulations and local fire codes.
- New Motor & Belt Installation: This service replaces worn-out motors and belts in existing exhaust systems. Regular motor and belt replacements can extend the life of the entire exhaust system and improve energy efficiency.
- Kitchen Appliances Cleaning: This involves thorough cleaning of all kitchen equipment, including ovens, fryers, and grills. Regular cleaning is a must for preventing grease buildup and reducing fire risks.
- Exhaust Bearing Replacement: Bearings in exhaust fans can wear out over time, leading to noise, vibration, and reduced efficiency. Replacing exhaust bearings restores smooth operation and prevents more severe damage to the fan, and it is a key part of preventive maintenance for exhaust systems.
- Swamp Cooler Installation & Repair: This service involves installing or fixing evaporative coolers, also known as swamp coolers. Proper installation and maintenance of swamp coolers ensure optimal cooling efficiency and air quality in commercial kitchens.
- New Filter Replacement: Regular filter replacement is a must for maintaining air quality and system efficiency. Clean filters help capture more grease and particulates, reducing the buildup in ductwork and minimizing fire risks.
Cities We Serve:
Los Angeles
Anaheim
Burbank
Santa Ana
Irvine
Riverside
Long Beach
Santa Clarita
Santa Monica
Glendale
Pomona
Pasadena
Torrance
Downey
West Covina
Lancaster
Palmdale
Huntington Beach
Garden Grove
Orange
Fullerton
Costa Mesa
Corona
Moreno Valley
Murrieta
Temecula
Jurupa Valley
San Bernardino
Fontana
Ontario
Rancho Cucamonga
Victorville
..And many others
View our Before & After Gallery to see the results for yourself.
Trust our specialized team to provide your restaurant group with top-notch exhaust cleaning services. Our dedicated team brings precision and care to every cleaning, ensuring your staff can focus on what matters most: serving delicious meals and maintaining a safe learning environment. Experience the peace of mind that comes with knowing your kitchen is shielded from fire hazards, and your staff and guests are secure, thanks to our expert and professional services.