Protect Your Roof · Prevent Fire Hazards
Protect your building's roof and prevent fire hazards. Professional rooftop exhaust unit and grease containment system cleaning.
On any given block in Manhattan, dozens of commercial kitchens exhaust grease-laden air through rooftop fans. Over time, grease accumulates on fan housings, containment systems, the roof surface itself, and nearby drainage structures. In NYC's tightly packed buildings, this grease runoff can damage expensive roofing membranes, void roof warranties, create slip hazards for maintenance workers, and attract pests — not to mention the fire risk of a grease-coated rooftop unit operating in summer heat.
Empire Hoods provides complete rooftop grease containment cleaning for commercial buildings across NYC. We degrease the exhaust fan housing, clean the grease containment system (pans, pillows, or curb-mounted units), remove accumulated grease from the roof surface around the fan, and clear any affected drains or gutters. The entire job is documented with photos so building management has a clear record.
Building managers and landlords in Manhattan are increasingly holding restaurant tenants accountable for rooftop grease damage. If you have received a notice from your building about grease on the roof, or if your containment system has not been serviced in the past quarter, this is a problem that gets more expensive the longer you wait. We work with both restaurant operators and building management companies to keep rooftop exhaust areas clean, safe, and code compliant.
We handle the access, the cleaning, and the documentation.
We coordinate with building management for roof access. Most cleanings are done during off-hours to avoid disruption to tenants.
Our crew degreases the fan housing, containment system, and surrounding roof area. We clear drains and gutters affected by grease runoff.
You and building management receive before/after photos and a detailed service report documenting the work completed.
Grease damages roofing membranes and voids warranties. Regular cleaning prevents costly roof repairs and replacements.
We coordinate access with your building manager and provide them documentation. Keep your landlord satisfied and your lease secure.
Grease-coated rooftop units in summer heat are a fire waiting to happen. Regular cleaning eliminates this hazard.
Rooftop cleaning starts at $200–$500 depending on the number of units and roof accessibility. View full pricing details.
Commercial kitchen exhaust fan cleaning and maintenance. Grease buildup removal, belt inspection, and fan balancing for optimal airflow.
$150–$400
NFPA 96-compliant commercial kitchen hood cleaning for NYC restaurants, hotels, and food service operations. FDNY-certified technicians.
$350–$1,200+
Commercial kitchen pressure washing and deep cleaning. Floors, walls, equipment exteriors, and grease buildup removal.
$300–$800
Get a free, no-obligation estimate. We'll assess your kitchen and give you a firm price — no surprises.
