What happens if I skip hood cleaning?

Skipping hood cleaning creates a serious fire hazard. Grease buildup in your exhaust system is the leading cause of commercial kitchen fires. You also risk failing health or fire inspections, losing your operating license, and facing fines from Miami-Dade or Broward County code enforcement.

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Ernie Batista, owner of Kitchen Guard of Miami, NFPA 96 certified commercial hood cleaning expert

Professional Commercial Kitchen Hood Cleaning

Miami’s Trusted Commercial Hood Cleaning in Miami & South Florida

NFPA 96-certified hood & exhaust cleaning for restaurants, hotels & commercial kitchens across Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Pembroke Pines, Doral & all of South Florida.

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Why Miami Businesses Choose Kitchen Guard

We Know the Code

Our NFPA 96-certified technicians keep your Miami kitchen fully compliant — so you never have to worry about failing a fire inspection.

We Know the Code

Our NFPA 96-certified technicians keep your Miami kitchen fully compliant — so you never have to worry about failing a fire inspection.
Inspection Reports with Digital Photos

Every service includes timestamped before & after photos and a full digital report you can file for compliance — your proof of service, always on hand.

Inspection Reports with Digital Photos

Every service includes timestamped before & after photos and a full digital report you can file for compliance — your proof of service, always on hand.
Timely & Dependable

We show up when scheduled, every time. South Florida restaurants count on us to keep their kitchens running without interruption.

Timely & Dependable

We show up when scheduled, every time. South Florida restaurants count on us to keep their kitchens running without interruption.
Responsive & Reliable

Need to reschedule or have an urgent issue? Our local Miami team responds fast — because your kitchen can’t afford downtime.

Responsive & Reliable

Need to reschedule or have an urgent issue? Our local Miami team responds fast — because your kitchen can’t afford downtime.
Professional & Reliable Technicians

Our W-2 employees are background-checked, fully trained, and uniformed — not subcontractors. You’ll always know who’s in your kitchen.

Professional & Reliable Technicians

Our W-2 employees are background-checked, fully trained, and uniformed — not subcontractors. You’ll always know who’s in your kitchen.
Emergency SMS Alerts

Get real-time text alerts when your service is scheduled, on the way, and completed — total transparency from start to finish.

Emergency SMS Alerts

Get real-time text alerts when your service is scheduled, on the way, and completed — total transparency from start to finish.

Meet the Team

Ernest Batista

Owner

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Ernest Batista

Owner

Ernest Batista

Owner

Ernest Batista, owner of Kitchen Guard Miami–Ft. Lauderdale, brings over 30 years of operations leadership experience to the helm of the business. With a distinguished background in strategic management and process optimization within highly regulated industries, Ernest has consistently driven operational excellence, enhanced efficiency, and led high-performing teams throughout his career.

His expertise spans customer service, process improvement, and operational management, underpinned by a strong ability to build lasting relationships with clients. Ernest is committed to delivering the highest standards of service while ensuring safety, compliance, and streamlined operations.

Passionate about creating clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environments, Ernest is dedicated to helping restaurants and commercial kitchens operate smoothly and successfully.

Now Hiring in Miami — Join the Kitchen Guard Team

We’re growing across South Florida and looking for motivated Technicians, Foremen, and Service Professionals who take pride in their work. If you want a stable career with a team that values quality, reliability, and local community — Kitchen Guard of Miami is the place for you.

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Service Areas

Serving Miami & South Florida

Kitchen Guard of Miami provides NFPA 96-certified commercial hood cleaning and exhaust system services across Miami-Dade and Broward County. Our local technicians serve restaurants, hotels, hospitals, schools, and commercial kitchens throughout the region — on a schedule that works for your business.

Miami
Fort Lauderdale
Doral
Pembroke Pines
Miramar
Davie
Weston
Plantation
Hialeah
Coral Gables
Brickell
Miami Beach
More communities across Miami-Dade & Broward County

Keeping Commercial Kitchens Safe & Efficient (and Operating)

Miami Hood Cleaning & Exhaust Ventilation Services

Hood Cleaning

Commercial hood cleaning is the most critical fire prevention service for any Miami restaurant, hotel, or commercial kitchen — and it’s what Kitchen Guard does better than anyone in South Florida.

Our NFPA 96-certified technicians clean the entire exhaust system from top to bottom: the hood canopy, grease filters, ductwork, and rooftop exhaust fans. No shortcuts. No skipped sections.

Full system cleaning — canopy, ducts, plenum, and fans — not just the visible parts
NFPA 96 & Miami-Dade fire code compliance — we keep your kitchen inspection-ready year-round
Commercial-grade hot pressure washing up to 3,500 PSI to break down heavy grease buildup
Before & after photos with every service — timestamped digital documentation for your records
Cleaning frequency guidance based on your kitchen’s volume and fuel type
First-time clients often discover years of uncleaned grease in their ductwork — we fix what others missed

Filter Exchange

Grease-clogged filters are the #1 cause of commercial kitchen fires in Miami — and most restaurant operators don’t change them nearly often enough.

Kitchen Guard’s Filter Exchange Program takes this task completely off your plate. We arrive on a set schedule, swap out your dirty, grease-saturated filters for a professionally cleaned set, and haul the dirty ones away. Your staff never touches them.

Every filter we take goes through a three-stage cleaning process: hot pressure washing, enzyme soak, and hand-scrubbing — the same standards we apply to your full hood system. You’re not just getting a filter swap — you’re getting a genuinely clean filter back.

We keep your filter sizes on file — no measuring, no ordering, no surprises
Custom exchange schedule based on your kitchen’s cooking volume and fuel type (monthly, bi-monthly, or quarterly)
NFPA 96 & Miami-Dade fire code compliant — clean filters are a required inspection item
Zero disruption to your kitchen — in and out fast, on a schedule that works for you
Serving Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Doral, Pembroke Pines, Miramar, Davie, Weston & Plantation

Commercial Pressure Washing

A clean kitchen starts inside — but Miami fire inspectors and health inspectors look at the whole picture. Kitchen Guard’s commercial pressure washing service covers every area of your property that grease, grime, and South Florida humidity can turn into a problem.

We use wet steam technology reaching up to 300°F at 3,500 PSI — hotter and more powerful than standard cold-water pressure washing — and apply an active enzyme treatment that sanitizes surfaces and keeps working long after we leave.

Kitchen floors & drains — break down grease buildup that mopping can’t touch
Dumpster pads & dumpster areas — eliminate foul odors, grease stains & pest attractants
Awnings, patios & bar areas — restore curb appeal and pass exterior health inspections
Pipes, drain lines & walls — remove unsightly buildup in hard-to-reach spots
Concrete & hard surfaces — remove grease, oil, smoke stains & grime
Enzyme sanitization included — active treatment keeps surfaces cleaner between visits
Serving Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Doral, Pembroke Pines, Miramar, Davie, Weston & Plantation

Repairs

A failing exhaust fan or missing access panel isn’t just an inconvenience — in Miami-Dade and Broward County, it’s a fire code violation that can shut your kitchen down. Kitchen Guard technicians are trained to spot and fix issues during every service visit, so problems get caught before they become emergencies.

We repair and install every component of your commercial exhaust system, fully in line with NFPA 96 standards:

Access panels — curved and flat styles; required by NFPA for proper cleaning access
Hinge kits with grease containment — NFPA-required; we install and replace
Exhaust fan belt replacement — upblast and utility-set fans; routine inspection included
Full fan replacement — upblast and utility-set configurations
Curb extensions & reductions — custom sizing to fit your rooftop setup
Roof repair from grease damage — fix grease-saturated roof decking before it worsens
Custom fabrication — any non-standard work request, handled in-house

Our W-2 technicians — not subcontractors — diagnose your system during every hood cleaning visit and flag issues before your next fire inspection. Serving Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Doral, Pembroke Pines, Miramar, Davie, Weston & Plantation.

Hood Cleaning for Every Miami Commercial Kitchen

Miami’s restaurants, hotels, hospitals, stadiums, and schools all rely on Kitchen Guard to keep their commercial kitchens NFPA 96-compliant and fire-safe. Explore our full range of services: commercial hood cleaning, grease filter exchange, kitchen equipment repairs, and commercial pressure washing. We also provide dedicated service pages for Fort Lauderdale and Miramar.

Restaurants

From Brickell to Wynwood to Coral Gables, Miami restaurant owners trust Kitchen Guard for NFPA 96-certified hood cleaning that keeps their kitchens fire-safe and passing every inspection.

Corporate Cafeterias

Brickell’s corporate towers and Doral’s business parks depend on clean, compliant cafeteria kitchens. We keep South Florida’s corporate dining facilities running safely and up to code.

Sports Venues

From Hard Rock Stadium to FLA Live Arena, South Florida’s sports and entertainment venues count on Kitchen Guard to keep high-volume commercial kitchens clean, compliant, and ready on game day.

Hospitals &
Assisted Living

Miami-Dade and Broward County’s hospitals and assisted living facilities hold their kitchens to the highest standards — we ensure every exhaust system is NFPA 96-compliant and safe for vulnerable patients.

Educational Institutions

From Miami-Dade Public Schools to FIU and UM, we keep South Florida’s school and university cafeteria kitchens grease-free, inspection-ready, and safe for students every day.

Hotel Chains

Miami Beach’s luxury resorts, Fort Lauderdale’s waterfront hotels, and Doral’s airport properties all rely on Kitchen Guard for the consistent, certified hood cleaning their high-volume kitchens demand.

Stories from Our Clients

We use Kitchen Guard for all our restaurants for one simple reason – they’re easy to do business with.

David Jones
Director of Operations, Verant Group

Kitchen Guard keeps our restaurant (and our wood-burning oven) clean, safe and to the necessary standards required by law.

Ivan Derezin
Owner, The Bellows Restaurant

Set it and forget it.

Adam Rinella
VP of Real Esate & Development, Ike's Love and Sandwiches

David Jones, Kitchen Guard of Miami satisfied client testimonial

Ivan, owner of The Bellows, Kitchen Guard Miami client testimonial

Adam Rinella, Kitchen Guard of Miami client testimonial

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Miami Kitchen Hood Cleaning — Before & After

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Kitchen Guard delivers expert commercial hood cleaning in Miami for every type of commercial kitchen. Our NFPA 96-certified team cleans the entire exhaust system — from hood canopy to rooftop fan. We serve restaurants, hotels, hospitals, and cafeterias throughout South Florida, and every visit includes a compliance certificate so your kitchen passes any fire or health inspection. We serve Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Doral, Hialeah, Pembroke Pines, Miramar, Weston, Brickell, Coral Gables, and Miami Beach. Call us at 954-663-4737 or learn more about NFPA 96 requirements.

Furthermore, Kitchen Guard pairs hood cleaning with related services. For example, our filter exchange program keeps your grease filters clean and compliant. Our kitchen hood and exhaust repair service fixes fans, motors, and dampers fast. Visit our dedicated commercial hood cleaning service page for full details on our process and pricing. You get a complete ventilation maintenance solution from one trusted South Florida provider — prioritizing your safety and compliance on every visit.

What to Expect From a Kitchen Guard Service Visit

Our process is simple and efficient. To begin, our technician arrives and sets up protective covering over your equipment and floors. Next, we degrease and hand-scrub the hood, baffles, and filters. Then, we clean the entire duct system — top to bottom. After that, we clean and inspect the exhaust fan, motor housing, and grease containment trays. Finally, we restore all surfaces and leave a service report. In short, our thorough process ensures lasting fire safety.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions — Commercial Hood Cleaning in Miami

Don’t see your question? Call us at 954-663-4737 — we’re happy to help.

NFPA 96 requires hood cleaning frequency based on cooking volume and fuel type. High-volume Miami restaurants and kitchens cooking with solid fuels need cleaning every month. Moderate-use kitchens such as hotel restaurants and school cafeterias typically require service every 3 months. Low-volume operations may qualify for annual service. Kitchen Guard will assess your kitchen and recommend the right schedule to keep you compliant.

Yes. Miami-Dade County and Broward County require commercial kitchens to comply with NFPA 96, the Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations. Failure to maintain a clean exhaust system can result in failed health inspections, fines, and in serious cases, closure. Kitchen Guard provides a compliance certificate after every service visit.

A full Kitchen Guard hood cleaning service covers the entire exhaust system from hood to rooftop fan. This includes degreasing the hood canopy, cleaning the baffles and filters, scrubbing the grease collection troughs, cleaning the ductwork, and inspecting and cleaning the exhaust fan and motor. We also place protective coverings over your equipment and provide a timestamped before-and-after photo report.

Commercial hood cleaning costs in Miami vary based on the number of hoods, system size, grease buildup, and service frequency. Most Miami restaurants pay between $200 and $600 per service visit. Larger systems such as those in hotels, hospitals, and stadiums may cost more. Kitchen Guard provides free consultations and transparent, no-surprise pricing. Call 954-663-4737 for a quote.

Yes. Kitchen Guard of Miami serves the entire South Florida region including Fort Lauderdale, Doral, Hialeah, Pembroke Pines, Miramar, Davie, Weston, Plantation, Coral Gables, Miami Beach, Hollywood, and surrounding cities in Miami-Dade and Broward County. Contact us to confirm service availability in your area.

Kitchen Guard services all types of commercial kitchens in Miami and South Florida including restaurants, hotels and resorts, hospital and healthcare kitchens, school and university cafeterias, corporate office cafeterias, sports stadiums and arenas, food trucks, ghost kitchens, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. If your kitchen cooks food commercially, we can clean it.

Yes. All Kitchen Guard technicians are NFPA 96-certified and trained to service commercial kitchen exhaust systems to the highest industry standard. We carry full liability insurance and provide a compliance certificate with every service. Our team completes ongoing training to stay current with local fire codes and health inspection requirements in Miami-Dade and Broward County.

Skipping hood cleaning creates a serious fire hazard. Grease buildup in your exhaust system is the leading cause of commercial kitchen fires. In addition to the fire risk, you risk failing your next health or fire inspection, losing your operating license, and facing fines from Miami-Dade or Broward County code enforcement. Do not wait until an inspection is scheduled — regular cleaning protects your business year-round.

Commercial kitchen exhaust hood cleaned by Kitchen Guard Miami — Barley Mash Restaurant