How to Properly Clean a Vent Hood

The vent hood is where grease, smoke and grime build up over time. It’s important to keep the hood, filters and exhaust system clean to prevent dangerous fires and reduce dangerous particulate emissions in your kitchen and throughout the building.

Vent hood cleaning is the best way to remove hazardous buildups from your kitchen exhaust system. It also serves as a chance for the technician to inspect the system and identify any repairs that need to be made, like replacing baffle filters.

Inside the Process: What to Expect from a Hood Safe LLC Cleaning Visit

Before the technician begins cleaning, they should turn off the range hood and gas line to avoid damage or fire. They will also want to cover surrounding appliances and surfaces in case of greasy drips or spills.

Start by removing the filters and grease trap tray. Soak them in a sink filled with degreaser soap or a kitchen cleaner product to help loosen the stuck on grease. Scrub the filters with a scrub brush or sponge until they are clean and dry. Rinse with water and allow to dry completely before reinstalling them in the vent hood.

Once the filter and grease trap are cleaned, the hood can be wiped down with stainless steel cleaner or commercial degreaser. Avoid using abrasive brushes as they could remove the finish from the hood and damage the fan or exhaust system. If you’re unsure what products are safe to use, ask the technicians at your cleaning service. They’re trained and experienced in keeping foodservice establishments clean and up to code.

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1512 E Pine St, Midland, MI 48640, United States
(989) 264 0767