At Core Services, we thoroughly clean every part of your hood exhaust system, from the hood and filters to the ducts, exhaust fan, and rooftop unit.
We leave no area untouched, ensuring your system runs efficiently and stays compliant with safety standards.
With our custom customer portal, you’ll have 24/7 access to detailed service records. This includes:
Before-and-After Photos to show the results of each cleaning
Job Service Reports documenting all work performed
Compliance Reports to keep your kitchen up to code
Service History and Scheduling for past and future cleanings
Billing and Invoices all in one place for easy management
Our goal is to make exhaust system maintenance simple, transparent, and stress-free, giving you the tools to stay on top of every service and compliance need.
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Fire Prevention &
Equipment Protection
Routine exhaust cleaning removes old grease, reduces fire hazards, and keeps your equipment in good shape. While fires can't be fully prevented, a clean hood exhaust system gives you the best chance to protect your business, your employees, your customers, and your family. Our services ensure your kitchen stays safe, compliant, and running smoothly.
The Function of a Hood Exhaust System
As you cook, the exhaust hood, located above cooking equipment, captures heat, smoke, steam, and grease-laden vapors rising from the food. This hood acts as the first line of defense to trap contaminants and prevent them from spreading into the kitchen environment.
The vapors then pass through vent hood filters, which capture larger grease particles and prevent them from entering the rest of the ventilation system. These filters are essential for reducing grease buildup in the ductwork and lowering fire risks.
After passing through the filters, the remaining air and smaller grease particles travel through a network of ducts. This ductwork directs the contaminated air through your building and toward the exhaust fan on the roof or an exterior wall.
The exhaust fan pulls the air and vapors out of the ducts, pushing them outside the building. It ensures that hot air, smoke, and other contaminants do not linger in your kitchen, maintaining a safe and comfortable working environment.
The system vents the air safely into the atmosphere, away from your building. This process not only improves air quality but also reduces the risk of fire by removing flammable vapors and preventing them from accumulating inside the system.
A well-maintained exhaust hood system is crucial for keeping your kitchen clean, compliant, and safe from fire hazards, ensuring proper ventilation and efficient operation at all times.
Hood cleaning packages
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CORE PACKAGE
Our CORE Package offers exceptional service with comprehensive 7-point coverage:
Hood Cleaning
Outside Hood Polish
Fan Cleaning
Duct Cleaning
Filter Cleaning
Free Inspections
Free Re-Services for 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
Ensure your equipment stays clean and compliant with industry regulations through our services.
Other Services
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Filter exchange program
Our Filter Exchange Program ensures your kitchen stays safe, efficient, and compliant with minimal effort on your part. We regularly replace your old, dirty filters with fresh, clean ones and take the used filters for professional cleaning.
As part of the service, we also:
Inspect and Measure Filters: We ensure the right size and type of filters are always in use. If replacements are needed, we’ll handle the ordering for you.
Maintain Compliance and Efficiency: Clean filters keep your kitchen ventilating properly, reduce fire risks, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
Save on Energy Costs: Regularly maintained filters help your HVAC system work more efficiently, saving you money on air conditioning.
With our program, you’ll never have to worry about filter maintenance—just clean, high-performing filters delivered on schedule.
OUR GOAL IS TO EDUCATE YOU, WE ARE ON YOUR TEAM.
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The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Code 96 sets the standard for hood exhaust cleaning frequency. Depending on your kitchen’s cooking volume and fuel type, cleanings may be required monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, or annually to ensure fire safety and compliance. We can help determine the right schedule for your business after a free inspection.
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Failure to comply with NFPA Code 96 can expose your restaurant to serious risks, including:
Fire Hazards: NFPA Code 96 exists to reduce fire risks by requiring regular cleaning and maintenance of kitchen exhaust systems. Ignoring these requirements increases the likelihood of grease fires that can spread quickly, threatening lives and property.
Fines and Penalties: Health inspectors and fire marshals enforce NFPA standards. Non-compliance can lead to citations, fines, or, in severe cases, forced closures until your restaurant meets the required standards.
Insurance Issues: Many insurance policies require proof of NFPA compliance. If your restaurant experiences a fire while out of compliance, your insurance provider may deny coverage, leaving you responsible for costly damages.
Health and Safety Violations: Inadequate maintenance of ventilation systems affects air quality, putting staff and guests at risk of exposure to smoke, fumes, and grease vapors. This can result in failed inspections and damage to your restaurant’s reputation.
Equipment Failures and Higher Costs: Neglecting regular exhaust cleaning can cause grease buildup that damages fans, motors, and ductwork. Repairs or replacements for these components can be costly, and energy bills may rise as your system works harder to ventilate properly.
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Managing a commercial kitchen’s exhaust system involves more than just basic cleaning—it requires expertise, proper tools, and regular maintenance to ensure safety, compliance, and efficiency. Here’s why Core Services is the better choice:
Expertise and Thorough Cleaning: Our team specializes in cleaning every part of your exhaust system, including hoods, fans, filters, and ductwork. We know how to spot hidden grease buildup and ensure your system is properly cleaned to reduce fire risks.
Compliance Made Easy: We follow NFPA Code 96 standards, so your kitchen always stays compliant with safety regulations. We also provide detailed reports, including before-and-after photos and compliance documentation, all stored in your custom customer portal.
Save Time and Avoid Downtime: Cleaning a commercial system is time-consuming and labor-intensive. We handle the dirty work, letting your team focus on daily operations without disruption.
Prevent Costly Repairs: Regular maintenance, including belt replacements, fan lubrication, and filter changes, prevents wear and tear on your equipment, saving you money in the long run.
Energy Efficiency: Clean filters and a properly maintained system reduce strain on your HVAC, keeping energy costs down.
With Core Services, you get reliable, professional maintenance that keeps your kitchen running smoothly, so you don’t have to worry about the complexities or risks of doing it yourself.
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Yes! Clean filters and ducts improve airflow, helping your HVAC and exhaust systems run more efficiently, which lowers energy bills. Regular cleaning also prevents costly breakdowns, extends the lifespan of your equipment, and ensures compliance with fire and health regulations, saving you from potential fines.
