Baffle filters are the first barrier between cooking grease and the rest of the exhaust system. They are designed to change the direction of airflow so grease drops out and drains to the trough. Once the baffles are packed with grease, they stop working and grease passes straight into the plenum.
Filters are removed and degreased during every hood cleaning. Between full services, regular in-house filter washing helps keep the system working, and we can explain a practical routine for your staff.
What this service covers
- Stainless and aluminum baffle filters
- Filter tracks and rails
- Grease troughs and cups
Common problems we address
- Filters that will not come clean in a dish machine
- Bent or damaged baffles
- Missing filters leaving gaps
- Grease cups overflowing
Safety and NFPA 96
For commercial hood filter cleaning, NFPA 96 (the National Fire Protection Association standard for commercial cooking operations) is the usual reference for inspection, cleaning access, and documentation. The edition in force and how it is enforced depend on your local authority having jurisdiction. We clean thoroughly and document our work, but no contractor can guarantee an inspection result. Learn more about NFPA 96.
Benefits for your business
- Better grease capture
- Less grease reaching the duct
- Longer filter life
