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Kitchen Guard of DMV’s Filter Exchange Program is Easy & Gives You Peace of Mind
In high-traffic commercial kitchens across Washington DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland, properly maintained exhaust filters are essential for fire prevention and code compliance. When filters become clogged or neglected, they can allow grease fires to spread into your ductwork—putting your staff, property, and business operations at serious risk.
Kitchen Guard of the DMV provides a reliable Filter Exchange Program tailored to meet the fire safety regulations across DC, Virginia, and Maryland. Our team handles routine filter cleaning and replacement on a set schedule, helping reduce fire hazards, improve air quality, and maintain a safer environment in your kitchen.
We operate after hours to avoid any disruption to your staff or service. With straightforward pricing and full-service support, Kitchen Guard of the DMV makes it easy to stay compliant with local fire codes and health standards—whether you operate in Arlington, Baltimore, or downtown DC.
Kitchen Guard of DMV Answers All Your Filter Exchange Questions
Regularly changing your exhaust filters is essential for fire prevention and ventilation efficiency. Here’s what you need to know:
Dirty kitchen hood filters restrict airflow, which can lead to poor ventilation, overheating, and a serious fire risk due to grease buildup. Regular filter exchanges help maintain safe kitchen operations and ensure your business stays compliant with fire safety codes.
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 96, Section 12.6.2:
“Hoods, grease removal devices (filters), fans, ducts, and other appurtenances shall be cleaned to remove combustible contaminants prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge.”
“Heavily contaminated” is defined as grease buildup greater than 0.078 inches (5/64”). Staying under this threshold is critical for fire prevention and compliance with health and safety regulations.
Dirty filters are a leading risk for fires due to grease buildup, they can restrict airflow, causing poor ventilation and overheating in your kitchen. Regular filter exchanges help prevent these hazards and keep your business compliant with safety regulations.
No! We swap out your filters after hours to ensure there’s no disruption to your service, allowing you to focus on running your business while we handle your kitchen’s safety needs.
