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Miami’s Trusted Commercial Hood Cleaning Experts
Grease fires don’t wait for a convenient time. Kitchen Guard delivers NFPA 96-certified commercial hood cleaning in Miami for restaurants, hotels, hospitals, catering operations, and commercial kitchens of every size. Our technicians clean the entire exhaust system — hood to rooftop fan — so you stay fire-safe, fully compliant with Miami-Dade fire codes, and never caught off-guard by an inspection. We also provide commercial kitchen filter exchange and exhaust system repairs throughout South Florida.
NFPA 96 Compliance: Protect Your Kitchen, Your License, and Your Staff
NFPA 96 is not optional — it is the law. Grease accumulation in your exhaust system is one of the top causes of commercial kitchen fires in South Florida. As a result, Kitchen Guard’s certified technicians remove grease from every part of your system: hood surfaces, baffles, filters, ductwork, and exhaust fans. When we’re done, we hand you a signed compliance certificate and a full before-and-after photo report — documentation your fire marshal, health inspector, and insurance carrier will all accept. Learn more about NFPA 96 requirements.
What Our Hood Cleaning Service Covers
A thorough hood cleaning is not just wiping down the visible surfaces. Kitchen Guard cleans the full exhaust system from the inside out: all hood surfaces, filters, and baffles; the complete duct run — both vertical and horizontal sections; the exhaust fan, motor housing, and fan blades; and rooftop grease containment. Every surface is degreased, rinsed, and restored before we leave. In addition, we offer commercial kitchen filter exchange and hood and exhaust system repairs so one call covers your complete kitchen ventilation needs.
Miami Hood Cleaning Frequency: What NFPA 96 Requires
NFPA 96 cleaning frequency is based on your kitchen’s volume and cooking type — not a one-size-fits-all calendar. High-volume operations such as fast food restaurants, 24-hour diners, and high-production kitchens require cleaning every month. In contrast, casual dining restaurants, hotel kitchens, and catering operations typically need service quarterly. Lower-volume kitchens — churches, seasonal venues, and office cafeterias — often qualify for annual service. As a result, Kitchen Guard assesses your kitchen and builds a compliant, customized schedule. We handle the tracking and reminders so you never fall out of compliance with Miami-Dade fire inspection requirements.
Serving Commercial Kitchens Across Miami-Dade & Broward Counties
From Brickell high-rises to Homestead food production facilities, Kitchen Guard covers the full South Florida market. If your commercial kitchen is in Miami-Dade or Broward County, we service it — on your schedule.
Miami-Dade County: Miami, Brickell, Downtown Miami, Miami Beach, Wynwood, Coral Gables, Doral, Hialeah, Aventura, Homestead, Kendall, South Beach, Little Havana, Coconut Grove, North Miami
Broward County: Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, Miramar, Davie, Coral Springs, Weston, Hallandale Beach, Dania Beach, Pompano Beach
Not sure if we cover your area? Call 954-663-4737 — we’ll confirm availability and get you on the schedule.
The Kitchen Guard Difference: No Shortcuts. No Surprises.
Most hood cleaning companies wipe down what you can see and call it done. Kitchen Guard cleans what you can’t see — the ductwork, the fan housing, the rooftop exhaust — because that’s where grease fires actually start.
Every Kitchen Guard service includes a before-and-after photo report and a signed NFPA 96 compliance certificate you can hand directly to your fire marshal, health inspector, or insurance carrier. No chasing paperwork. No scrambling before an inspection. Just a clean, documented, fully compliant kitchen.
Our technicians are trained and certified to service every type of commercial kitchen — from fast food and full-service restaurants to hotel banquet halls, hospital cafeterias, and school food service operations.
Certified Technicians. Complete Documentation. Every Visit.
Ready to get compliant? Call 954-663-4737 or request a free quote online.
Related Services: Alongside commercial hood cleaning, Kitchen Guard of Miami also provides grease filter exchange programs, commercial kitchen hood repairs, and commercial pressure washing for kitchens across South Florida. We serve restaurants and facilities in Fort Lauderdale, Miramar, and throughout Miami-Dade and Broward County. Learn more about Kitchen Guard of Miami.
Have Questions About Hood Cleaning in Miami?
Common Questions About Commercial Hood Cleaning in Miami
Here are answers to some of the most common questions about our hood cleaning services, designed to keep your kitchen safe, compliant, and running smoothly.
NFPA 96 ties cleaning frequency directly to your cooking volume and equipment type — not a standard calendar. High-volume operations that use fryers, woks, solid-fuel equipment, or run 24 hours typically require monthly cleaning. Casual dining restaurants, hotel kitchens, and catering facilities generally need quarterly service. Low-volume kitchens — churches, seasonal venues, office cafeterias — often qualify for annual cleaning. Miami-Dade fire inspectors know the code and will ask about your schedule. Kitchen Guard assesses your operation and provides a written cleaning schedule that matches both your volume and the legal requirement.
A failed inspection has real consequences: Miami-Dade fire inspectors can issue violations, require immediate corrective action, and in serious cases, order a shutdown until the violation is cleared. Your insurance carrier may also dispute fire-related claims if cleaning records show the system was not maintained. Kitchen Guard provides a signed NFPA 96 compliance certificate and before-and-after photos after every service — the exact documentation inspectors and insurers require. If you have gaps in your compliance history, we can establish a documented record going forward.
Every Kitchen Guard service covers the complete exhaust system: hood surfaces, baffles, and filters; the full duct run from the hood collar to the rooftop; the exhaust fan housing, motor, and fan blades; and the rooftop exhaust cap and grease containment. Many providers limit their cleaning to what is visible from inside the kitchen. Grease accumulates in the ductwork and around the rooftop fan — the areas most inspectors focus on and where fires actually start. We document everything with before-and-after photos so you can verify what was done.
After every service, you receive a signed NFPA 96 compliance certificate and a before-and-after photo report covering every section of your exhaust system. These are the documents Miami-Dade fire inspectors and health officials look for. We recommend storing them on-site — inspectors can request records going back multiple service cycles. If you are setting up a new kitchen or have gaps in your records, Kitchen Guard can help you establish a compliant documentation baseline from your first service.
Most commercial hood cleaning services take between two and four hours, depending on system size, duct length, and how much grease has accumulated since the last cleaning. Large systems — hotel banquet kitchens, hospital cafeterias, and multi-hood restaurant setups — may take longer. Kitchen Guard schedules services during off-peak hours or after close so there is no disruption to your service. Before your first appointment, a Kitchen Guard technician will confirm the estimated time based on your specific setup. Call 954-663-4737 to get on the schedule.
