Hood to Rooftop · Full Duct Access
Thorough exhaust duct degreasing from hood to rooftop. Access panel installation for future inspections. Full NFPA 96 documentation.
The ductwork connecting your kitchen hoods to the rooftop exhaust fan is where grease accumulates out of sight. In NYC's older buildings — many with long, complex duct runs that wind through ceilings, walls, and multiple floors — this hidden grease buildup is one of the most common causes of commercial kitchen fires. NFPA 96 requires that all accessible duct sections be cleaned to bare metal, and FDNY inspectors will check for compliance.
Empire Hoods cleans exhaust ductwork from hood collar to rooftop discharge. Our technicians access ducts through existing panels or install new access points per NFPA 96 specifications. We use commercial-grade scrapers and degreasers to remove hardened grease from horizontal runs, vertical risers, elbows, and transitions. Every section is measured for grease depth before and after cleaning, with full photo documentation provided.
Many NYC restaurants inherit ductwork from previous tenants with no record of when it was last cleaned — or whether access panels were ever installed. If you are opening a new restaurant, taking over an existing space, or your ductwork has not been inspected in over a year, duct cleaning should be your first call. We handle the access panel installation, the degreasing, and the compliance documentation so your kitchen is code-ready from the inside out.
From first call to fire-code compliance in three simple steps.
Call us or fill out the form. We'll ask about your kitchen size, number of hoods, and preferred schedule. You get a firm quote — no surprises.
Our FDNY-certified technicians arrive during your off-hours and deep-clean your entire exhaust system — hoods, filters, ducts, and fans.
You receive before/after photos and an NFPA 96 compliance certificate. You're inspection-ready and fire-code compliant.
We install access panels where needed so every section of your ductwork can be properly cleaned and inspected.
We measure and document grease depth before and after cleaning — the exact data FDNY inspectors look for.
We know how to navigate NYC's older buildings — complex duct runs, shared risers, and tight rooftop access are routine for our team.
Duct cleaning starts at $300–$800 depending on duct length and complexity. View full pricing details.
NFPA 96-compliant commercial kitchen hood cleaning for NYC restaurants, hotels, and food service operations. FDNY-certified technicians.
$350–$1,200+
Commercial kitchen exhaust fan cleaning and maintenance. Grease buildup removal, belt inspection, and fan balancing for optimal airflow.
$150–$400
NFPA 96 and FDNY fire code compliance certification for commercial kitchens. Inspection documentation, compliance reports, and certification for audits.
Included with service
Get a free, no-obligation estimate. We'll assess your kitchen and give you a firm price — no surprises.
