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Hood Cleaning Companies in California

There are 143 certified hood cleaning companies across 17 cities in California. Browse NFPA 96 compliant professionals below.

California requires all commercial kitchens to comply with NFPA 96 (the National Fire Protection Association standard governing commercial kitchen exhaust systems) for hood and exhaust system cleaning. The California fire marshal oversees enforcement, conducting inspections and reviewing cleaning documentation from food service establishments across the state. There are currently 143 hood cleaning companies listed across 17 cities in California. Whether you operate in a major metro area or a smaller community, maintaining a documented hood cleaning schedule is essential for passing fire inspections, meeting insurance requirements, and protecting your business from grease fire hazards. Browse certified hood cleaning professionals in California below.

NFPA 96 Enforcement in California

The California fire marshal enforces NFPA 96 compliance for all commercial kitchens operating within the state. Restaurants must maintain documented hood cleaning schedules and provide certificates of service upon request during inspections. Fire inspectors verify that exhaust systems, grease ducts, and rooftop containment units meet code requirements. Non-compliant establishments risk fines, mandatory re-inspections, increased insurance premiums, and potential temporary closure orders. Working with a NFPA 96 compliant hood cleaning company ensures your documentation is always inspection-ready.

California Hood Cleaning Companies

San Jose Hood Cleaning Co

San Jose, California

5.0
Grease Duct CleaningHood Cleaning+1 more
VerifiedNFPA 96Insured
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San Diego Hood Cleaning

San Diego, California

5.0
Grease Duct CleaningHood Cleaning
NFPA 96Insured
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Clean Airflow

East Los Angeles, California

5.0
Hood Cleaning
VerifiedNFPA 96Insured
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Brilliant Hood Cleaning

San Bernardino, California

5.0
Hood Cleaning
NFPA 96Insured
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Power Cleaning Plus

Sacramento, California

5.0
Hood Cleaning
NFPA 96Insured
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Williams Cleaning Systems LLC

Bakersfield, California

5.0
Hood Cleaning
NFPA 96Insured
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Signature Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning

Hesperia, California

5.0
Hood Cleaning
NFPA 96Insured
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Clean Vent

Campbell, California

5.0
Hood Cleaning
VerifiedNFPA 96Insured
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Restaurant Exhaust Hood Installers

San Diego, California

5.0
Hood Cleaning
NFPA 96Insured
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Paramount Exhaust Maintenance Inc

Riverside, California

5.0
Hood CleaningFilter Replacement+1 more
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D&E Hood Cleaning

Stockton, California

5.0
Grease Duct CleaningHood Cleaning+1 more
VerifiedNFPA 96Insured
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Executive Fire Protection

Long Beach, California

5.0
Hood CleaningFire Suppression Inspection
VerifiedNFPA 96Insured
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Clean Hood Service

Manteca, California

5.0
Hood CleaningFire Suppression Inspection+1 more
VerifiedNFPA 96Insured
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Chemical Exhaust

South San Francisco, California

5.0
Grease Duct CleaningHood Cleaning+1 more
VerifiedNFPA 96Insured
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Los Angeles Hood Cleaning - Kitchen Exhaust Cleaners

Los Angeles, California

5.0
Hood CleaningExhaust Fan Cleaning
VerifiedIKECAIKECA CertifiedNFPA 96Insured
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Environmental Grease Management

San Diego, California

5.0
Hood Cleaning
VerifiedNFPA 96Insured
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AAA Oasis Hood Cleaning

Hayward, California

5.0
Hood Cleaning
NFPA 96Insured
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Ruben's Exhaust Hood Cleaning

Los Angeles, California

5.0
Hood Cleaning
NFPA 96Insured
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RMG Hood Cleaning

Los Angeles, California

5.0
Hood Cleaning
NFPA 96Insured
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hood cleaning company

San Jose, California

5.0
Grease Duct CleaningHood Cleaning+1 more
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National Guardian Ent Inc

Woodside, California

5.0
Hood CleaningFilter Replacement+1 more
IKECAIKECA CertifiedNFPA 96Insured
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SFV Hood Cleaning Pros

Los Angeles, California

5.0
Hood Cleaning
NFPA 96Insured
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HoodsMaster.com

Irvine, California

5.0
Hood CleaningFire Suppression Inspection
NFPA 96Insured
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Capital Hood Cleaning

Sacramento, California

5.0
Grease Duct CleaningHood Cleaning
NFPA 96Insured
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Frequently Asked Questions

California has adopted NFPA 96 (the National Fire Protection Association standard governing commercial kitchen exhaust systems) as the governing standard for commercial kitchen hood cleaning. The state fire marshal enforces compliance through regular inspections of food service establishments. Restaurants must maintain documented cleaning schedules, and insurance companies typically require proof of NFPA 96 compliance. Non-compliant businesses face fines, higher insurance premiums, and potential closure orders. See our NFPA 96 Compliance Guide for details.

The California fire marshal conducts inspections of commercial kitchens to verify NFPA 96 compliance. Inspectors check hood and duct cleaning documentation, grease containment systems, fire suppression equipment, and cleaning frequency records. Insurance companies also require compliance documentation for coverage. Restaurants that fail inspections may face fines, mandatory re-inspections, or temporary closure until issues are resolved. Browse certified hood cleaning companies to stay compliant.

There are currently 143 hood cleaning companies listed across 17 cities in California. Our directory is comprehensive and regularly updated to include new companies and verify existing listings. Browse all hood cleaning companies or filter by city, certification, and services.

Hood cleaning companies in California should ideally hold IKECA (International Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Association) certification, which demonstrates expertise in exhaust system cleaning per NFPA 96 standards. Additional credentials to look for include state contractor licensing where required, general liability insurance, and workers compensation coverage. Learn more about choosing a qualified cleaner in our IKECA Certification Guide.

NFPA 96 establishes cleaning frequencies based on cooking volume. High-volume operations like 24-hour restaurants and solid fuel cooking systems require monthly cleaning. Moderate-volume kitchens need quarterly service. Low-volume establishments should schedule semi-annual cleaning, and seasonal operations require annual service at minimum. These standards apply across all of California. See our Hood Cleaning Frequency Guide for complete schedules.

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