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Before and after comparison of a grease coated exhaust fan and hood interior next to the same components after cleaning

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Rooftop Exhaust Fan Cleaning

Upblast fan, curb, and roof area cleaning at the top of the exhaust system.

Most restaurant exhaust systems end in an upblast fan on the roof. It is out of sight, so it is often the dirtiest part of the system. Grease builds on the fan wheel, overflows the drain, and soaks into roofing material around the curb.

We open, clean, and rinse rooftop fans, clean the curb and surrounding area, and report the condition of containment, hinges, and visible fan components.

What this service covers

  • Upblast fan wheel and housing
  • Fan curb
  • Grease drain spout
  • Grease containment area

Common problems we address

  • Roof membrane stained or softened by grease
  • Grease boxes overflowing
  • Fan wheel imbalance

Safety and NFPA 96

For rooftop exhaust fan 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

  • Protects roofing
  • Restores airflow
  • Reduces rooftop fire load

Process

How we perform rooftop exhaust fan cleaning

  1. 01

    Pre-service walkthrough to confirm hood count, duct routing, fan type, and access points.

  2. 02

    Cooking equipment is covered or shielded and floors are protected with plastic sheeting.

  3. 03

    Grease filters are removed and soaked or degreased separately.

  4. 04

    Heavy deposits are hand scraped from the hood canopy, plenum, and accessible duct.

  5. 05

    Commercial degreaser is applied and allowed dwell time to break down hardened grease.

  6. 06

    Surfaces are rinsed with hot water pressure washing and wastewater is captured.

  7. 07

    The rooftop exhaust fan is cleaned, and accessible fan components are checked.

  8. 08

    Filters are reinstalled, the kitchen is wiped down, and the system is tested.

  9. 09

    Service documentation is provided, noting areas cleaned and any areas that could not be reached.

Photos

From our work

Technician in protective coveralls scraping grease from the inside of a commercial kitchen hood plenumStainless steel commercial kitchen hood with exposed exhaust ductwork running across the ceilingLong stainless steel exhaust hood above a commercial kitchen cooking line with fryers and ranges

FAQ

Rooftop Exhaust Fan Cleaning questions

Do you need roof access?+

Yes. We confirm ladder or hatch access before the appointment. Fixed access is safest and fastest.

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