CUSTOMER REVIEWS
“The entire team at Green Guard (Kitchen Guard) are nothing short of totally impressive.”
“Kitchen Guard of San Diego is professional, reliable, and thorough. They keep our kitchen compliant and inspection-ready every time.”
COMMERCIAL HOOD CLEANING NEAR YOU
Kitchen Guard of San Diego provides commercial hood cleaning and kitchen exhaust system cleaning across San Diego County, CA. Our certified technicians clean the full system — including the hood canopy, ductwork, and exhaust fan — to support fire prevention, maintain proper airflow, and keep your kitchen compliant with inspection requirements.
OUR SERVICES
From hood cleaning to pressure washing, Kitchen Guard keeps your San Diego kitchen safe, compliant, and running at full performance.
Full exhaust system cleaning — canopy, ductwork, and roof fans — to NFPA 96 standards. We eliminate grease buildup that causes fires and failed inspections.
Learn More →Keep grease filters clean and fire-safe with our scheduled filter exchange program. We swap dirty filters for clean ones on your schedule — no downtime, no hassle.
Learn More →Commercial-grade pressure washing for kitchen floors, mats, dumpster pads, and exterior areas. We blast away grease and grime so your space stays clean and inspection-ready.
Learn More →Fan motor failures, belt replacements, and exhaust system repairs handled fast by our certified San Diego technicians. We keep your system running so you never lose a service.
Learn More →FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The frequency depends on your kitchen’s cooking volume and fuel type. Per NFPA 96 standards, high-volume operations (e.g., charbroilers, woks) require cleaning every 1–3 months, moderate-use kitchens every 6 months, and low-volume operations annually. Kitchen Guard will assess your kitchen and recommend the right schedule.
A full Kitchen Guard hood cleaning includes degreasing and cleaning the hood canopy, all ductwork, the exhaust fan, and the rooftop equipment. We also inspect for damage or airflow issues, provide a service report, and leave a certification sticker for your health inspector.
Yes. The City of San Diego and San Diego County both require commercial kitchens to maintain their exhaust systems in compliance with NFPA 96 and California Fire Code. Failure to comply can result in health department violations, insurance issues, or even forced closure.
Most standard hood cleaning jobs take between 2 to 4 hours depending on the size of your system and how much grease buildup is present. We typically schedule service during your off-hours or overnight so your kitchen operations aren’t disrupted.
Yes. After every service, Kitchen Guard provides a detailed service report and places a compliance sticker on your hood indicating the date of cleaning, the technician’s name, and the next recommended service date. This documentation is what health inspectors and fire marshals look for.
Kitchen Guard of San Diego serves the entire county, including San Diego, La Jolla, Chula Vista, Carlsbad, Escondido, El Cajon, Oceanside, Santee, Poway, and many more cities. If your business is in San Diego County, we’ve got you covered.
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Don’t wait for a failed inspection or a grease fire. Kitchen Guard keeps your kitchen compliant, fire-safe, and running clean — every service, every time.
Kitchen Guard provides professional commercial hood cleaning in San Diego, helping restaurants and foodservice facilities maintain safe, compliant kitchen environments.
Since 2009, we’ve specialized in restaurant hood cleaning and full kitchen exhaust system cleaning, serving businesses across San Diego, Escondido, San Marcos, and surrounding areas.
Our team follows strict NFPA 96 standards to reduce fire risk, improve airflow, and ensure your kitchen is always inspection-ready.
Every commercial hood cleaning we perform in San Diego meets NFPA 96 standards — not just the first time, but every visit. Our technicians know the code inside and out, so you never have to worry about failing an inspection.
After every service, you receive a detailed report with before-and-after photos of your hood, ducts, and exhaust system. Your documentation is always ready if a health inspector or insurance auditor asks for it.
We keep you in the loop — before, during, and after every service. Questions about your schedule, compliance status, or next cleaning? You’ll always reach a real person who knows your account.
We show up when we say we will, every time. Our scheduling is built around your kitchen’s hours so service never interrupts your operation — and if something urgent comes up, we’re ready to respond fast.
Our San Diego hood cleaning technicians are fully trained, background-checked, and equipped with commercial-grade tools. Every job is done right the first time — no shortcuts, no callbacks.
Get real-time text alerts for upcoming services, completed jobs, and anything that needs your attention. Stay on top of your kitchen’s compliance status without lifting a finger.
We clean the entire exhaust system — canopy, hood, ducts, and roof fans — not just the parts you can see. Every job is performed to NFPA 96 standards by local San Diego technicians who know what the county’s fire marshals and health inspectors expect.
Whether you’re running a busy restaurant in the Gaslamp Quarter, a hotel kitchen in Mission Valley, or a school cafeteria in Escondido, our team uses commercial-grade pressure washers and specialized equipment to clean deep into the duct network — including areas most companies skip. After every visit, you receive before-and-after photos and full documentation so you’re always inspection-ready.
From quick-service restaurants in Mission Valley to hotel kitchens in La Jolla — Kitchen Guard serves every type of commercial kitchen across San Diego County.
San Diego’s restaurant scene is competitive — a failed inspection or grease fire can shut you down overnight. We keep your hood system clean, compliant, and ready for the county health inspector, visit after visit.
From tech campuses in Sorrento Valley to government facilities downtown, we keep corporate cafeteria kitchens NFPA 96-compliant and running without interruption.
Venues like Petco Park and Snapdragon Stadium run high-volume kitchens that can’t afford downtime. We clean and maintain exhaust systems to keep concession and catering kitchens safe and compliant on game day and every day.
Healthcare kitchens in San Diego — from Sharp and Scripps facilities to assisted living communities — face strict oversight. We ensure your kitchen exhaust system meets NFPA 96 standards and never becomes a fire risk for the people in your care.
From UCSD and SDSU dining halls to K-12 cafeterias across the county, we service school and university kitchen exhaust systems to keep students and staff safe and your facility inspection-ready.
From boutique hotels in the Gaslamp to beachfront resorts in Coronado, your guests judge the whole experience. We keep hotel kitchen exhaust systems clean, compliant, and running smoothly — so your culinary team never has to stop.
