Keep Your Kitchen Safe with Pronto MS Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Services
Protect your business from fire hazards and keep your kitchen running smoothly with Pronto MS professional Kitchen exhaust cleaning services.
Our Mission: Protecting Lives, Preventing Fires, and Ensuring a Safe Environment
Are you a restaurant owner or manager looking to maintain a safe and successful establishment? Look no further than our professional kitchen exhaust cleaning service. We understand the crucial role that kitchen exhaust cleaning plays in the safety, financial upkeep, and continued success of your restaurant. Our mission is clear and unwavering. We are dedicated to providing exceptional kitchen exhaust cleaning services that go beyond the surface. Our commitment is to the cleanliness of your kitchen and the safety of your establishment and the environment. Here’s how we fulfill our mission:
- Life Protection: Ensuring safety.
- Fire Prevention: Eliminating hazards.
- Eco-Friendly: Environmentally conscious.
- Family. Work. Pride.
- Continuous Growth: Always improving.
- Pronto MS: Your Trusted Partner.
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Trust us to deliver exceptional Kitchen exhaust cleaning that enhance your comfort, improve energy efficiency, and create a healthier indoor environment. Contact us today to discuss your Kitchen needs and schedule an appointment with our expert team.
Benefits of Pronto MS Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Services
Our professional kitchen exhaust cleaning services provide numerous benefits, including compliance with fire and safety codes, improved air quality, reduced energy costs, and a longer lifespan of the exhaust system. Our services can also help prevent costly repairs and downtime, improve the overall cleanliness of your kitchen, and enhance the safety of your employees and customers.
Are you looking for ways to keep more money in your business while reducing energy consumption? One often overlooked area that can contribute to significant energy savings is your exhaust fan. When grease accumulates around the exhaust fan, it can lead to blade compaction, resulting in decreased efficiency and higher energy costs. At Pronto MS, we specialize in providing professional kitchen exhaust cleaning services that not only enhance safety but also maximize energy savings, ultimately boosting your bottom line.
Thorough fan cleaning:
Our experienced technicians meticulously clean and degrease every part of your exhaust fan, ensuring that the blades are free from grease and other contaminants. This process restores optimal airflow and allows the fan to operate at peak efficiency.
Duct cleaning:
In addition to cleaning the exhaust fan, we also address the cleanliness of the ductwork. By removing grease and debris from the ducts, we minimize airflow restrictions and further enhance energy efficiency.
Regular maintenance schedules:
We can establish a customized maintenance schedule tailored to your business’s needs. By adhering to a regular kitchen exhaust cleaning routine, you can maintain optimal energy efficiency and prevent excessive buildup of grease.
Importance of Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning
Kitchen exhaust cleaning systems play a crucial role in maintaining a healthy and safe working environment in commercial kitchens. A dirty exhaust system can lead to a buildup of grease, dirt, and other contaminants, which can pose serious health hazards to employees and customers, as well as create a fire hazard. Regular cleaning of the kitchen exhaust system can prevent these hazards and help maintain the efficiency of the systems.
Trust the Experts at Pronto MS
At Pronto MS, we understand the importance of a clean and safe kitchen exhaust system. That’s why we use state-of-the-art equipment and follow the highest industry standards to ensure the best results. Our team of trained professionals is experienced and knowledgeable, and we are committed to providing excellent customer service. With Pronto MS, you can have peace of mind knowing that your kitchen is in good hands.
Compliance Deliverables
A professional kitchen exhaust cleaning service addresses the entire system, from the cooking line to the rooftop. This top-to-bottom process ensures that all grease-laden vapor and combustible materials are removed, protecting your business from fire hazards, maintaining peak system performance, and ensuring compliance with NFPA 96 standards.
The Hood
The underside of the hood and the plenum (the space behind the filters) are heavy accumulation zones. Grease buildup here presents an immediate, high-risk fire hazard directly above your cooking appliances. Regular cleaning also ensures a professional, sanitary appearance for your staff and for health inspectors.
Filters
Grease filters are the primary line of defense, designed to trap large grease particles before they enter the rest of the system.
Clogged filters severely restrict airflow, forcing your exhaust fan to work harder (increasing energy costs) and reducing the system’s ability to effectively remove smoke and heat. Dirty filters are also a major fire risk, as a flame from the cooktop can easily ignite the accumulated grease.
Ducts
This is the most critical area for fire safety. Grease travels and solidifies inside the ductwork, forming a highly flammable fuel source. Since ducts are often hidden, an uncleaned duct fire can spread rapidly throughout the building structure. Cleaning is mandatory per NFPA 96 to reduce this catastrophic fire risk. hazards.
Exhaust Fan
The exhaust fan, usually located on the roof, pulls the grease-laden air through the entire system and vents it outdoors.
Grease buildup on the fan blades and housing causes the fan to become imbalanced, reducing its efficiency and leading to premature wear and tear or motor failure. Grease accumulation also creates a significant fire hazard on the roof and can void your roof warranty.
Rooftop Grease Containment
Grease containment systems capture the residual grease and oils that are expelled from the exhaust fan, preventing them from contaminating the roof.
This component is vital for environmental compliance, preventing roof damage, and avoiding costly repairs and environmental fines. Uncontained grease deteriorates roofing material, can leak into the municipal water system, and poses a serious slip and fire hazard on the roof surface.
This is the most critical area for fire safety. Grease travels and solidifies inside the ductwork, forming a highly flammable fuel source. Since ducts are often hidden, an uncleaned duct fire can spread rapidly throughout the building structure. Cleaning is mandatory per NFPA 96 to reduce this catastrophic fire risk. hazards.
Our service includes inspecting your existing grease containment system (grease boxes, containment pillows, etc.). The saturated grease pads or materials are properly replaced, and the collected grease is safely contained and disposed of in accordance with all local environmental regulations.
Grease Dispoal Manifest
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Essential Accessories for NFPA 96 Compliance
A compliant grease system isn’t just about cleaning—it’s about having the right components in place to allow for a thorough cleaning and to prevent future hazards. We not only clean your system, but also specialize in the installation and maintenance of these critical accessories:
Access Panels
NFPA 96 mandates access panels every 12 feet and at every change in duct direction. We install sturdy, sealed access doors that allow our technicians to reach and clean every inch of your ductwork, a crucial step that many cleaning services skip.
Hinge Kits
Your rooftop exhaust fan is heavy and difficult to move. A properly installed hinge kit allows us to safely tilt the fan back for a complete cleaning of the fan and the duct opening, preventing dangerous grease buildup that can’t be reached otherwise.
Grease Containment Systems
We install and maintain grease containment systems on your rooftop to catch any runoff from the exhaust fan, preventing roof damage, environmental contamination, and potential slip-and-fall hazards.
FAQ's
A: The frequency depends on your cooking volume and type. We can help you determine the ideal cleaning schedule based on NFPA 96 guidelines.
A: While your staff can clean the accessible parts of the hood, a full "hood-to-rooftop" cleaning requires professional equipment and expertise to reach all parts of the system, including the inaccessible ductwork and fan.
A: Ignoring your system can lead to a dangerous buildup of flammable grease, reduced airflow, higher energy bills, and a higher risk of a devastating fire.
A: A reputable cleaning service will provide you with a detailed post-service report, including before-and-after photos of all cleaned components and a certification sticker for your records.
Understanding NFPA 96 Requirements for Restaurant Owners
As a restaurant owner, understanding NFPA 96 is not optional—it’s your responsibility. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 96 is the fire prevention code for commercial cooking operations. It provides the legal framework for the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of your kitchen exhaust system.
What Does NFPA 96 Require?
Frequent Cleaning: The code mandates a specific cleaning schedule based on your cooking volume. High-volume, solid-fuel operations (like wood or charcoal grills) may require monthly cleaning, while lighter operations might only need a cleaning every six months.
Accessibility: Every part of the system—from the hood to the rooftop fan—must be accessible for inspection and cleaning. This is why access panels and hinge kits are non-negotiable for compliance.
Professional Certification: NFPA 96 requires that all cleaning and maintenance be performed by trained, qualified, and certified professionals.
Failure to comply can lead to failed fire inspections, hefty fines, a voided insurance policy, or even the closure of your business.
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