🔥 Fire Code Compliance + Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning

Restaurant Duct Cleaning Miami — Kitchen Exhaust & HVAC Service

Grease buildup in your kitchen exhaust ducts is a fire hazard and a code violation. Our licensed HVAC technicians deep-clean kitchen hoods, grease ducts, rooftop exhaust fans, and dining area HVAC systems — after hours, with full documentation for fire and health inspectors.

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  • FL Licensed HVAC Contractor #CAC1817115 — BBB A+
  • After-Hours Service — Zero Disruption to Your Business
  • Fire Code Compliance Documentation Included
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Why Your Restaurant Needs Professional Duct Cleaning

Grease-clogged kitchen exhaust ducts are the #1 cause of restaurant fires in the U.S. If your kitchen cooks with open flame, fryers, charbroilers, or woks, grease is accumulating inside your ducts right now.

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Grease Fire Risk

Grease builds up inside kitchen exhaust ducts, hoods, and fans. A single spark from a stovetop or flambeing ignites the grease lining. The fire travels through the duct to the rooftop in seconds. Professional cleaning removes the fuel before it becomes a fire.

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Fire Code Violations

NFPA 96 and Florida Fire Prevention Code require regular kitchen exhaust cleaning based on cooking volume. Failed inspections mean fines, forced closure, and insurance claim denials. We provide the compliance documentation inspectors require.

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Employee & Customer Air Quality

Grease-clogged ducts reduce exhaust airflow, pushing cooking smoke, grease particles, and odors into your dining area. Your employees breathe concentrated fumes. Your customers smell last night's fryer oil. Clean ducts fix both.

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Odor Control

Rancid grease trapped inside ducts creates a persistent stale cooking smell that no amount of cleaning the kitchen surface will fix. The source is inside the ductwork. Professional degreasing eliminates the odor at its source — not just masking it.

Our Restaurant Duct Cleaning Services

Complete kitchen exhaust and HVAC cleaning for restaurants, hotels, cafes, and commercial kitchens across Miami-Dade and Broward County.

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Kitchen Exhaust Hood Cleaning

Complete degreasing of exhaust hoods, baffles, filters, and plenums. We remove caked-on grease that restricts airflow and creates fire hazards. Includes filter inspection and replacement recommendations.

Fire Code Required
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Grease Duct Cleaning

Full interior cleaning of grease ducts from the hood connection to the rooftop exhaust point. We scrape, power wash, and degrease the entire duct run. Before-and-after documentation for your records.

Prevents Duct Fires

Dining Area HVAC Cleaning

Air duct cleaning for dining rooms, waiting areas, and bar sections. Removes grease film, cooking residue, dust, and allergens that migrate from the kitchen into the HVAC system serving your guests.

Better Guest Experience
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Rooftop Exhaust Fan Service

Cleaning of rooftop exhaust fans including fan housing, blades, grease cups, and drain lines. We inspect belts, bearings, and motor condition. Clogged fans reduce airflow, overheat, and burn out early.

Extends Fan Life
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Make-Up Air Unit Service

Make-up air units balance kitchen pressure when exhaust fans run. Dirty filters and clogged coils reduce airflow, causing smoke blowback into the kitchen. We clean filters, coils, and ductwork to restore proper balance.

Stops Smoke Blowback

Is Your Restaurant Due for Duct Cleaning?

Book a free after-hours inspection. We inspect, quote, and schedule around your business. No disruption, no obligation.

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Miami Restaurant Fire Code Requirements

Florida adopts NFPA 96 for commercial kitchen ventilation. Here is what the fire code requires and how we keep you compliant.

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    NFPA 96 Mandates Regular Cleaning — All commercial cooking operations using exhaust hoods must have kitchen exhaust systems cleaned on a schedule based on cooking volume and type. Failure to comply is a fire code violation.
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    Fire Marshal Inspections — Miami-Dade and Broward fire marshals inspect restaurants for grease buildup in hoods, ducts, and fans. They require documentation proving the system was professionally cleaned on schedule.
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    Insurance Requires Proof — Most commercial property insurance policies require documented kitchen exhaust cleaning. Without proof, a fire claim can be denied, leaving you personally liable for all damages.
  • We Provide Full Documentation — After every job, you receive a detailed cleaning report with before-and-after photos, a compliance certificate, and a schedule recommendation. Inspectors accept our reports on sight.

NFPA 96 Cleaning Schedule

Your required cleaning frequency depends on what and how often you cook:

Cooking Type Frequency
Charbroiling, Wok, 24-Hour, Solid Fuel Quarterly
Full-Menu Restaurant, Fast Food Semi-Annual
Low-Volume (Churches, Day Camps, Seasonal) Annual

Miami's humidity and year-round cooking accelerate grease buildup. Many high-volume kitchens benefit from more frequent cleaning than the minimum NFPA schedule.

Restaurant Types We Service

From fast-food chains to five-star hotels. Every commercial kitchen with an exhaust hood needs professional duct cleaning.

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Fast Food & Quick Service

High-volume fryers and grills. Quarterly cleaning typical.

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Fine Dining

Open-flame, charbroilers, specialty cooking. Full exhaust service.

Cafes & Bakeries

Ovens, proofing rooms, and lighter cooking exhaust systems.

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Food Trucks

Compact HVAC systems that get dirtier faster in confined spaces.

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Hotel Kitchens

Multi-station kitchens with complex ductwork. Overnight service available.

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Catering Facilities

High-output prep kitchens with heavy grease generation.

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Bars & Lounges

Kitchen exhaust plus dining HVAC for smoke and odor control.

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Commissary Kitchens

Shared commercial kitchens serving multiple food businesses.

Multiple Locations? We Handle That.

Restaurant groups and franchise owners get centralized scheduling, billing, and compliance tracking across all locations in Miami-Dade and Broward.

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Our Restaurant Duct Cleaning Process

Designed for restaurant operations. We work after hours, protect your kitchen, and leave documentation for inspectors.

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Free After-Hours Inspection

We inspect your kitchen exhaust system — hoods, ducts, fans, grease traps — and assess the level of buildup. You get an honest assessment and a clear quote before we touch anything. No obligation.

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Kitchen Protection & Containment

We cover all cooking equipment, prep surfaces, and floors with plastic sheeting. Containment barriers prevent grease and debris from contaminating your kitchen during cleaning. Your equipment stays protected.

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Deep Degrease & Sanitize

We scrape, power wash, and chemically degrease every surface — hood interior, baffles, filters, duct runs, plenums, and rooftop fan. The entire path from stovetop to exhaust point is cleaned to bare metal where possible.

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Rooftop Fan & Make-Up Air Service

Rooftop exhaust fans get cleaned inside and out — blades, housing, grease cups, drain lines. We check belts, bearings, and motor condition. Make-up air units get filter and coil service to restore proper kitchen airflow balance.

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Before & After Documentation

We photograph every section of the exhaust system before and after cleaning. You receive a detailed compliance report, a cleaning certificate with dates and scope, and a recommended next-cleaning schedule based on your cooking volume.

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Cleanup & Kitchen Ready

All containment materials removed, floors cleaned, equipment uncovered. Your kitchen is ready for the morning crew. We leave no trace except clean ducts and a compliance certificate.

Why Miami Restaurants Are at Higher Risk

South Florida's climate creates conditions that accelerate grease buildup and exhaust system deterioration faster than anywhere else in the country.

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Year-Round Cooking in Extreme Heat

Miami kitchens run 12+ months with no cold-weather break. Exhaust systems never get the seasonal downtime that slows grease accumulation in northern states. Your ducts accumulate grease 30-40% faster than restaurants in cooler climates.

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Coastal Salt Air Corrodes Exhaust Systems

Salt-laden ocean air accelerates corrosion of rooftop exhaust fans, ductwork joints, and metal components. Corroded fan bearings fail without warning. Corroded duct seams leak grease. Regular cleaning catches corrosion before it causes failures.

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Older Buildings, Outdated Ductwork

Many Miami restaurants operate in buildings from the 1960s-1980s with original ductwork that was never designed for modern cooking volume. Undersized ducts, missing access panels, and deteriorating insulation create hidden grease traps that only professional cleaning can reach.

Why Miami Restaurants Trust Air Duct Cleaning Miami

Licensed, insured, experienced, and built for restaurant operations. Not a carpet cleaner with a pressure washer.

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FL Licensed HVAC Contractor

License #CAC1817115. We carry the state-required HVAC contractor license, general liability insurance, and workers compensation. Your landlord and insurance company get real documentation, not a handyman receipt.

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After-Hours & Overnight Service

We work when you are closed. Midnight starts, finished before morning prep. Weekend scheduling available. Your restaurant never loses a single hour of revenue for duct cleaning.

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BBB A+ Rated — 10+ Years

Better Business Bureau A+ accredited with 10+ years serving Miami-Dade and Broward County. Real reviews from real restaurant owners. Not a fly-by-night crew that disappears after one job.

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Before & After Documentation

Every job includes photographic documentation and a compliance certificate. Fire marshals and insurance adjusters accept our reports. We keep copies on file for your future inspections.

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Multi-Location Restaurant Groups

We handle scheduling, billing, and compliance tracking across all your Miami-area locations. One vendor, one point of contact, consistent quality at every property.

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Specialized Restaurant Equipment

Professional-grade degreasing chemicals, power wash systems, access tools for complex ductwork, and rooftop safety equipment. We bring everything needed to clean your system properly — not a garden hose and a bucket.

What Miami Restaurant Owners Say

★★★★★

"We own two Cuban restaurants in Hialeah. These guys cleaned our kitchen exhaust hoods, grease ducts, and rooftop fans in one night after we closed. Gave us all the paperwork for the fire inspector. Professional, fast, and they left the kitchen spotless. Already booked them for our second location."

Carlos M. Restaurant Owner, Hialeah
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"Fire inspector flagged our grease ducts and gave us 30 days to fix it. Called Air Duct Cleaning Miami and they came out the next day. Cleaned everything, gave us the compliance certificate, and we passed re-inspection with no issues. They saved our business from getting shut down."

Maria T. Cafe Owner, Doral
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"I manage a hotel kitchen in Miami Beach. We needed overnight exhaust duct cleaning without disrupting the breakfast service. These guys started at midnight and finished by 5 AM. Everything was clean, documented, and ready for our morning crew. That level of professionalism is rare."

James R. Hotel Kitchen Manager, Miami Beach

Restaurant Duct Cleaning FAQ

Answers to the most common questions from Miami restaurant owners about kitchen exhaust and duct cleaning.

How much does restaurant duct cleaning cost in Miami? +
Restaurant duct cleaning costs vary based on hood size, duct length, number of exhaust fans, and grease buildup severity. We provide free on-site estimates with no obligation. Every restaurant kitchen is different, so we inspect first, then quote an exact price. Call (305) 607-3244 or book a free inspection online.
Is kitchen exhaust cleaning required by fire code? +
Yes. NFPA 96 and Florida Fire Prevention Code require commercial kitchens to have exhaust systems cleaned on a regular schedule based on cooking volume. High-volume restaurants (24-hour operations, charbroiling, wok cooking) need quarterly cleaning. Moderate-volume restaurants need semi-annual cleaning. Low-volume operations like churches or seasonal kitchens need annual cleaning. Failure to comply can result in fines, insurance claim denials, or forced closure by fire marshals.
How often do restaurants need duct cleaning? +
NFPA 96 sets the minimum schedule: quarterly for high-volume cooking (solid fuel, charbroiling, 24-hour operations, wok cooking), semi-annually for moderate-volume full-menu restaurants and fast food, and annually for low-volume operations. In Miami's year-round heat and humidity, grease builds up faster than in cooler climates, so many restaurants benefit from more frequent cleaning than the minimum.
Do you clean after restaurant hours? +
Yes. We schedule all restaurant duct cleaning during off-hours, typically overnight between closing and opening. Our crews work after midnight and finish before your morning prep staff arrives. We protect all kitchen equipment with plastic sheeting, contain the work area, and leave the kitchen ready to operate. Zero disruption to your business.
Can dirty ducts cause a restaurant fire? +
Absolutely. Grease duct fires are one of the leading causes of restaurant fires in the United States. Grease accumulates inside kitchen exhaust ducts, hoods, and fans. A single spark from a stovetop, charbroiler, or flambeing can ignite the grease lining inside the duct. The fire travels through the duct system rapidly, often reaching the rooftop. Regular professional cleaning removes grease buildup and is the single most effective way to prevent kitchen duct fires.
Do you provide documentation for health and fire inspectors? +
Yes. After every job, we provide a detailed cleaning report with before-and-after photos, a compliance certificate, and documentation of all work performed. This paperwork satisfies Miami-Dade and Broward fire inspector requirements. We keep copies on file so you can request them anytime for inspections, insurance audits, or landlord requirements.
Do you clean rooftop exhaust fans? +
Yes. Rooftop exhaust fans are part of every restaurant duct cleaning job. We clean the fan housing, blades, grease cups, and drain lines. We also inspect belts, bearings, and motor condition. Grease-clogged exhaust fans reduce airflow, create fire hazards, and burn out motors prematurely. Our technicians access rooftops safely with proper equipment and leave no mess.
Can you service multiple restaurant locations? +
Yes. We service restaurant groups and franchise owners across Miami-Dade and Broward County. We coordinate cleaning schedules across all your locations, provide centralized billing and reporting, and maintain compliance records for each property. Many multi-location owners prefer one trusted vendor for consistency and accountability.
What areas of Miami do you service for restaurant duct cleaning? +
We service all of Miami-Dade County and Broward County including Miami, Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Doral, Hialeah, Wynwood, Brickell, Little Havana, Coconut Grove, Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Hallandale Beach, Pembroke Pines, Miramar, Sunrise, Plantation, Weston, Davie, and all surrounding areas. Call (305) 607-3244 for service in your area.
Do you clean food truck HVAC systems? +
Yes. Food trucks rely on compact HVAC systems that get dirtier faster due to confined cooking spaces and constant outdoor operation. We clean food truck HVAC ducts, filters, and vents to improve air quality inside the truck, reduce equipment strain, and help pass health inspections. We schedule food truck cleanings at your commissary or parking location.

Restaurant Duct Cleaning Across South Florida

Licensed and serving restaurants in every city across Miami-Dade and Broward County.

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