Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning That Passes Inspection, Every Time
MidAtlantic Hood & Duct has cleaned commercial kitchen exhaust systems across the Mid-Atlantic for over 20 years — hood to rooftop, documented, and ready for your fire marshal.
Why Kitchen Exhaust Compliance Matters Across PA, NJ, DE, MD & DC
Commercial kitchens across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, and DC are governed by NFPA 96 — the national standard for ventilation and fire protection in cooking operations — enforced locally by each jurisdiction’s fire marshal. Failing an inspection can mean fines, a corrective action order, or in serious cases a temporary closure.
Cleaning frequency isn’t one-size-fits-all: it depends on cooking volume and fuel type, and documentation has to be on file at all times, not just produced after a violation.
MidAtlantic Hood & Duct has served commercial kitchens across this region for over 20 years — restaurants, hotels, hospitals, schools, and multi-location operators who need one dependable compliance partner instead of a rotating cast of subcontractors. Every job includes a signed service report you can hand directly to an inspector.
🔥 Fire Code Enforcement
NFPA 96 is enforced by local fire marshals across all five jurisdictions we serve. Inspectors can request cleaning documentation without notice.
🏥 Health Department Oversight
Grease buildup is a critical deficiency category in most health inspection programs — it can trigger immediate corrective action.
🏚️ Older Building Challenges
Rowhouse and older commercial buildings often have non-standard duct runs and limited roof access. We’re equipped and trained for it.
Commercial Kitchen Exhaust Services
Everything your hood system needs to stay clean, compliant, and inspection-ready — handled by one crew, on one schedule.
Kitchen Exhaust System Cleaning
Hood, plenum, duct, fan, and filters — every component cleaned to bare metal per NFPA 96 standards.
Learn More →Additional Exhaust Services
Access panels, fan repair & maintenance, globes, filter exchange, hinge kits, and grease containment.
Learn More →Grease Trap Cleaning
Scheduled grease trap pumping and FOG compliance to prevent blockages, backups, and violations.
Learn More →Commercial Pressure Washing
Hot-water pressure washing for dumpster pads, loading areas, back entrances, and building exteriors.
Learn More →From Quote to Certificate in Four Steps
Free Quote & Assessment
We review your kitchen size, hood configuration, and cooking volume to give an accurate, itemized quote.
Scheduled Around You
Early morning, late night, or between shifts — service scheduled to avoid disrupting your kitchen.
Cleaned to Bare Metal
Hood, filters, ductwork, and fan cleaned per NFPA 96 standards, with access panel notation.
Documentation Provided
A signed service report handed to you on-site — your compliance record for any inspector.
Before & After
Real jobs from real Mid-Atlantic kitchens — photos to be added as they’re completed.
Hood & filter deep clean — commercial kitchen, Pennsylvania
Rooftop fan & duct cleaning — Delaware
How Often Should Your Hood Be Cleaned?
General NFPA 96 frequency guidance by cooking type — your exact schedule depends on your kitchen’s specific volume and equipment.
| Cooking Type | Recommended Frequency | Typical Setting |
|---|---|---|
| Solid fuel (wood, charcoal) | Monthly | BBQ, wood-fired ovens |
| High-volume / 24-hour | Every 1-3 Months | Fast food, high-volume diners |
| Moderate-volume | Every 6 Months | Full-service restaurants |
| Low-volume / seasonal | Annually | Churches, seasonal venues |
One Vendor, Five States
From Philadelphia to Ocean City, Wilmington to the Baltimore-DC corridor — covering 44 counties across the Mid-Atlantic.
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Delaware County, Chester, Montgomery, Bucks, Lancaster, Berks, Lehigh, Northampton
New Jersey
Camden, Gloucester, Salem, Cumberland, Cape May, Atlantic, Burlington & Central NJ
Delaware
New Castle, Kent, Sussex — statewide
Maryland
Baltimore, Harford, Eastern Shore, Ocean City, Baltimore-DC corridor
Washington, DC
Full-service coverage for the District
Who We Serve
Restaurants
Bars & Breweries
Hotels
Schools
Hospitals
Ghost Kitchens
Churches
Food Trucks
Colleges
Day Cares
Common Questions
How often does my restaurant need hood cleaning?
Under NFPA 96, it depends on cooking volume and fuel type — monthly for solid-fuel cooking, every 1-3 months for high-volume kitchens, every 6 months for moderate volume, annually for low-volume or seasonal operations.
What is NFPA 96 compliance?
NFPA 96 is the national standard for ventilation and fire protection in commercial cooking operations. After a compliant cleaning, you receive a signed service report — your documentation for inspectors and insurance.
What areas do you serve?
Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, and Washington DC — 44 counties across the Mid-Atlantic.
How much does hood cleaning cost?
Pricing depends on kitchen size, hood configuration, and frequency. We provide a free itemized quote before every job.
Ready to Schedule Your Cleaning?
Free quote, no obligation — most callers hear back within minutes.
Tell Us About Your Kitchen
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