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Your kitchen exhaust system is a vital part of your restaurant operation and must be maintained per NFPA 96 Standards, without proper maintenance, your kitchen exhaust system may harbor hazardous conditions resulting in fires, property damage, or serious injury.

With a professionally trained staff, Elite Hood Service will ensure you are compliant with your local Fire Codes and Insurance requirements, with no hassle auto-scheduling reminders, on the way text messages, online payment, and detailed photo reports.

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Cleaning Schedule Recommended

While many kitchen exhaust cleaning contractors tell their customers that a kitchen exhaust system must be CLEANED at specific periods of time, you must understand that there is no requirement within NFPA 96 identifying “scheduled cleaning.” Table 11.4 does, however, illustrate the Schedule for Inspection for Grease Buildup within a commercial ventilation system: 

  • Monthly: Solid Fuel Cooking Operations such as Wood or Charcoal.
  • Quarterly: High-Volume cooking such as 24-hour, char-broil, oriental.
  • Semi-annual: Moderate Volume cooking such as Schools, Independent restaurants (Mom & Pop’s).
  • Annually*: Low-Volume cooking such as Churches, day camps, senior centers.

 

*Some jurisdiction requires at 6 months intervals

Fire Protection Services

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6-Month Fire Suppression System Inspection

Our semi-annual fire suppression inspection ensures your restaurant’s fire protection system is fully operational, code-compliant, and ready to protect lives and property in the event of a fire.
During each 6-month inspection, our certified technicians:

  • Visually inspect the entire system for damage, wear, or tampering.

  • Test system components including pull stations, detection devices, and release mechanisms.

  • Check pressure levels and cylinder weights to ensure proper charging.

  • Inspect and service nozzles, piping, and appliance coverage.

  • Verify gas/electrical shut-off functions during system activation.

  • Confirm compliance with NFPA 17A, NFPA 96, and local fire code requirements.

  • Provide detailed inspection documentation for your records and local fire marshal.

This service is required every 6 months by national and local fire codes to maintain compliance and avoid costly fines.
It also ensures that in the event of a kitchen fire, your suppression system responds instantly and effectively to protect your staff, customers, and business.

Frequency: Every 6 months (semi-annually)
Who Requires It: NFPA, local fire marshals, and insurance providers

Semi-annual Inspection

Fire Suppression System Repair and/or Upgrade

Our repair and upgrade services ensure your commercial kitchen’s fire suppression system operates at peak performance and meets the latest safety and compliance standards.

Whether addressing a malfunction, replacing worn components, or modernizing your system, our certified technicians provide:

  • Diagnosis & troubleshooting of system issues, including leaks, faulty detection, or activation problems.

  • Replacement of damaged or worn parts such as nozzles, detectors, control heads, or piping.

  • Upgrades to meet current codes (NFPA 17A, NFPA 96, and local regulations).

  • Reconfiguration of nozzles and coverage to match new cooking equipment layouts.

  • Cylinder replacement or recharging for proper pressure and fire-fighting capability.

  • Integration of newer technology for faster detection and response.

We perform all repairs and upgrades with minimal disruption to your operations, ensuring your system is fully functional, code-compliant, and ready to protect your business.

When to Schedule:

  • System failure or activation

  • Equipment changes or kitchen remodels

  • Code updates or inspection deficiencies

Fire Suppression Repair or Upgrade
Semi-annual Inspection

Fire Suppression System Installation

Our professional fire suppression system installation service provides your commercial kitchen with the highest level of fire protection, ensuring compliance with NFPA 17A, NFPA 96, and all local fire codes.

Each installation is tailored to your kitchen’s unique layout and cooking equipment to provide maximum coverage and fast response in the event of a fire.

Our certified technicians handle every step of the process:

  • Site assessment & system design to meet code requirements and equipment needs.

  • Custom fabrication & placement of nozzles, piping, and detection lines for optimal coverage.

  • Installation of detection & activation devices, manual pull stations, and control equipment.

  • Integration with gas and/or electric shut-off systems to stop fuel sources immediately upon activation.

  • Cylinder charging and system testing to confirm readiness.

  • Final inspection & certification for compliance with local fire marshal and insurance standards.

With our expert installation, your kitchen will have a reliable, code-approved fire suppression system ready to protect lives, property, and your livelihood from the dangers of a kitchen fire.

Best For:

  • New restaurant openings

  • Kitchen remodels

  • Equipment replacements or expansions

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