Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning
NFPA 96 Compliant Cleaning for Fire Safety & Health Codes
Grease buildup in kitchen exhaust systems is one of the leading causes of commercial kitchen fires. Regular professional cleaning is not just a best practice — it's required by NFPA 96, local fire codes, and health department regulations.
SaniTech Services provides thorough cleaning of kitchen exhaust hoods, ductwork, fans, and associated equipment. Our technicians remove grease deposits from all accessible surfaces, reducing fire risk and ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards.
We service restaurants, commercial kitchens, hospitals, schools, and institutional food service facilities throughout Long Island and New York City. Every cleaning includes a detailed compliance certificate for your records.
Service Area
SaniTech Services is based in Hauppauge and serves Long Island, including Nassau and Suffolk counties, and New York City. Contact our team to discuss your property, system and scheduling needs.
Meet our team and review our credentials·Request a free quoteOur Process
Pre-Cleaning Inspection
We assess the entire exhaust system, document current conditions, and identify any maintenance concerns.
Surface Protection
Kitchen equipment and surfaces are covered and protected before cleaning begins.
Degreasing & Scraping
All accessible interior surfaces of the hood, ductwork, and fan are cleaned using professional-grade degreasers and hand scraping.
Fan & Rooftop Unit
Exhaust fans and rooftop units are cleaned, inspected, and tested for proper operation.
Documentation
Before-and-after photos and a compliance certificate are provided for your fire department and insurance records.
Key Benefits
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should kitchen exhaust systems be cleaned?
NFPA 96 provides frequency guidelines based on the type of cooking: high-volume operations (24-hour cooking, charbroiling) require monthly cleaning; moderate-volume operations require quarterly cleaning; low-volume operations require semi-annual cleaning; and seasonal operations require annual cleaning.
Do you provide compliance certificates?
Yes. Every cleaning includes a detailed certificate documenting the date, scope of work, and condition of the system. This certificate satisfies fire department and insurance requirements.
Can you clean during business hours?
Kitchen exhaust cleaning is typically performed during off-hours to avoid disrupting food service operations. We offer evening, overnight, and weekend scheduling.
What areas of the exhaust system do you clean?
We clean the hood interior and exterior, filters, ductwork, fan blades and housing, and rooftop grease containment units. All accessible surfaces are cleaned to bare metal.
Do you service NYC restaurants?
Yes. We serve restaurants and commercial kitchens throughout Long Island and all five boroughs of New York City.
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