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Houston’s #1 Choice for Commercial Kitchen Exhaust & Hood Cleaning

Kitchen Guard of Houston provides professional, NFPA 96-compliant commercial hood cleaning and kitchen exhaust services for restaurants and food-service operations throughout Greater Houston, Katy, The Woodlands, Sugar Land, Cypress, and surrounding Texas communities.

Your kitchen operates under constant fire and inspection pressure. Your exhaust system must stay clean, compliant, and functional. Our services reduce grease buildup, support airflow, and keep you inspection ready.

Our comprehensive approach includes:

  • Kitchen exhaust hood cleaning
  • Commercial kitchen pressure washing, including Green Steam cleaning for kitchens, exteriors, parking lots, and more
  • Scheduled kitchen filter exchange
  • Tailored commercial kitchen repair services
  • Exhaust fan maintenance
  • Exterior and parking lot cleaning

You focus on food execution and guest experience. We manage the systems that protect your operation, limit liability, and support long-term compliance.

Why Choose Us
Commercial Kitchen Cleaning Houston

Why Businesses Choose Us

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    We Know the Code
    We Know the Code

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    Inspection Reports with Digital Photos

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    Timely & Dependable
    Timely & Dependable

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    Responsive & Reliable
    Responsive & Reliable

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    Professional & Reliable Technicians
    Professional & Reliable Technicians

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Meet The Pros

  • Benjamin Gutierrez - Owner

    Benjamin Gutierrez

    Owner
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  • Justin Salazar - FSLC

    Justin Salazar

    Fire Life Safety Consultant
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  • Cody Salazar - FLSC

    Cody Salazar

    Fire Life Safety Consultant
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Join Our Team of Guardians

We are always looking for talented technicians, foreman, and Fire & Life Safety Consultants.  We’re building a professional business with an empowering culture in Houston.

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The Visionary Behind Kitchen Guard

Meet The Founder

Nathan Leathers

Founder of Kitchen Guard

Nathan Leathers - Founder of Kitchen Guard
Keeping Commercial Kitchens Safe & Efficient (and Operating)

Full Ventilation System Cleaning & Maintenance

Hood Cleaning

Kitchen Hood Cleaning Houston

Full-system commercial hood cleaning that meets strict NFPA 96 fire code requirements.

Proper hood cleaning is one of the most critical steps in preventing commercial kitchen fires.Kitchen Guard of Houston provides full-system commercial hood cleaning that meets strictNFPA 96 fire code requirements and supports safe, efficient operation for restaurants andcommercial kitchens throughout Houston, The Woodlands, Spring, Klein, Katy, West University,Memorial, Uptown, Galleria, Montrose, River Oaks, Heights, Copperfield, Bear Creek,Westchase, Westheimer, and all surrounding areas.

Unlike companies that only clean visible surfaces, we perform a complete exhaust system cleaning—removing grease from every hard-to-reach area where fire hazards build up. A hood that looks shiny does not mean it’s compliant. Grease inside the ductwork, on fan blades, in the plenum, and across the rooftop assembly is the real danger. That’s why we clean from the kitchen hood all the way to the rooftop fan, ensuring your entire system is restored to safe, code-compliant condition.

 

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Safe and Clean Kitchens for Every Industry in Greater Houston

From fast food to 5-star dining, corporate offices to stadiums — we keep commercial kitchensacross Houston fire-safe, compliant, and running at peak performance.

Restaurant Kitchen Cleaning Service Houston

Restaurants – Houston’s
Dining Scene

We keep your commercial kitchens NFPA 96–compliant, fire-safe, and fully operational with
consistent hood and exhaust cleaning in all Houston's top commercial neighborhoods.

Corporate Cafeteria Kitchen Cleaning Service Houston

Corporate Cafeterias

We deliver NFPA 96–certified cleaning and maintenance to keep your employee dining areas safe, functional, and inspection-ready.

Sports Venues Kitchen Cleaning Service Houston

Sports Venues – Houston Arenas & Stadiums

Our deep-cleaning solutions keep high-volume kitchens grease-free, compliant, and game-
ready.

Hospital Kitchen Cleaning Service Houston

Hospitals &
Assisted Living

We help hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and assisted-living communities maintain high-
performing, sanitary, and NFPA 96–compliant kitchens.

Educational Institution Kitchen Cleaning Service Houston

Educational Institutions

Our services keep campus kitchens operational, compliant, and safe for students and faculty.

Hotel Kitchen Cleaning Service Houston

Hotel & Hospitality

We deliver the routine hood and exhaust cleaning needed to keep your hospitality kitchens safe, compliant, and guest-ready every day.

Kitchen Guard of Houston

Where We Serve: Greater Houston and Beyond

We provide commercial kitchen hood cleaning throughout:

Downtown Houston Midtown Galleria
The Heights Energy Corridor The Woodlands
Spring Klein West University
Memorial Uptown Montrose
River Oaks Sugar Land Katy
Cypress Tomball Missouri City
Stafford    

Our deep knowledge of Houston fire codes and regional compliance requirements makes usone of the most trusted hood-cleaning providers in the area.

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24/7 Houston Emergency Commercial Kitchen Cleaning Services

Need urgent hood cleaning after a kitchen fire, failed inspection, or emergency situation?

We’re Here 24/7 for Houston’s Commercial Kitchens

* Immediate response for emergency situations
* Fast turnaround to get you back in compliance
* Available nights, weekends, and holidays
* Direct line to our emergency team: 713-489-0790

Customer Testimonials

The service was absolutely outstanding!

Agus Nurdiana
Kitchen Guard Customer
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Cleaning was great! Everything was shiny and no mess left behind!

Jacquelyn Grace
Kitchen Guard Customer
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The team at Kitchen Guard is professional and thorough.

Susan Wu
Kitchen Guard Customer
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Kitchen Guard delivered exceptional service when we needed urgent vent hood repairs.

Restaurant Owner
Kitchen Guard Customer
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Great experience with Kitchen Guard of Houston!

Commercial Kitchen Manager
Kitchen Guard Customer
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Kitchen Guard’s attention to detail is outstanding.

Sarah Martinez
Fine Dining Restaurant
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Frequently Asked Questions

Below are answers to some of the most commonly asked questions we receive from Houston restaurant owners and commercial kitchen operators.

NFPA 96 requires commercial kitchen exhaust hood cleaning frequency based on your cookingvolume. High-volume kitchens like 24-hour restaurants need monthly cleaning, moderate-volume establishments require quarterly cleaning, and low-volume kitchens should be cleaned semi-annually. Our certified technicians assess your specific needs during inspection.

NFPA 96 compliant hood cleaning covers the entire kitchen exhaust system from hood torooftop, including exhaust hoods, filters, ductwork, exhaust fans, and grease traps. Our certified professionals use specialized equipment and eco-friendly degreasers to remove all grease buildup, ensuring your commercial kitchen meets fire safety codes.

Commercial kitchen hood cleaning prevents dangerous grease fires, ensures compliance withHouston fire codes and health inspections, maintains proper ventilation, extends equipment lifespan, and protects your insurance coverage. Neglecting hood cleaning can result in fines, failed inspections, or even closure of your establishment.

Most commercial kitchen hood cleaning services take 2-4 hours depending on system size andgrease accumulation. We work around your schedule to minimize disruption, offering evening and overnight services for busy Houston restaurants and commercial kitchens.

Yes, after every commercial kitchen hood cleaning service, we provide detailed documentationincluding before/after photos, compliance certificates, and NFPA 96 tags for your records.These certificates are essential for Houston health department inspections and insurance requirements.

We provide commercial kitchen hood cleaning services throughout Greater Houston includingdowntown Houston, The Woodlands, Katy, Sugar Land, Pearland, and surrounding areas. Our mobile teams are equipped to handle everything from small restaurant hoods to large hospital kitchen exhaust systems.

Commercial Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Houston
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Before And After Kitchen Hood Cleaning Results

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Before And After Commercial Kitchen Filter Cleaning Results
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Before And After Commercial Kitchen Cleaning Results