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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

Marvin's steam cleaning LLC

Fresno, California

5.0
Hood CleaningGrease Trap Cleaning
NFPA 96Insured
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Walnut Creek Fire Protection & Hood Cleaning

Walnut Creek, California

5.0
Hood CleaningFire Suppression Inspection
VerifiedNFPA 96Insured
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Golden State Hood and Vent

Bakersfield, California

5.0
Hood CleaningFire Suppression Inspection+1 more
NFPA 96Insured
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OneTouch Cleaners – San Diego

San Diego, California

4.9
Hood CleaningKitchen Deep Cleaning
VerifiedNFPA 96Insured
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North Bay Restaurant Services

Santa Rosa, California

4.9
Hood Cleaning
NFPA 96Insured
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Ace Handyman Services Coastal Orange County

Corona Del Mar, California

4.9
Grease Duct CleaningHood Cleaning
NFPA 96Insured
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Oklahoma Hood Cleaning - Kitchen Exhaust Cleaners LLC

Los Angeles, California

4.9
Grease Duct CleaningHood Cleaning+1 more
VerifiedNFPA 96Insured
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HEC Fire Protection And Kitchen Hood Cleaning

Winnetka, California

4.9
Hood CleaningFire Suppression Inspection
VerifiedNFPA 96Insured
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S.O.L HOOD EXPERTS | Commercial Exhaust Cleaning And Repair

Los Angeles, California

4.9
Hood Cleaning
VerifiedNFPA 96Insured
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Huntington Beach Restaurant Exhaust Hood Cleaning & Repair

Huntington Beach, California

4.9
Hood CleaningExhaust Fan Cleaning
VerifiedNFPA 96Insured
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Marroquin Grease Cleaning

San Diego, California

4.9
Grease Duct CleaningHood Cleaning+1 more
VerifiedNFPA 96Insured
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Red Hood Chimney Sweep

Santa Ana, California

4.9
Grease Duct CleaningHood Cleaning
VerifiedNFPA 96Insured
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Hoodz of Sacramento

Roseville, California

4.9
Hood Cleaning
NFPA 96Insured
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Kellys Hood Cleaners

San Diego, California

4.9
Grease Duct CleaningHood Cleaning
VerifiedNFPA 96Insured
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Perez Kitchen hood cleaning

Sacramento, California

4.9
Hood CleaningFire Suppression Inspection
NFPA 96Insured
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Bryan Exhaust Hood Cleaning Service

Burbank, California

4.8
Grease Duct CleaningHood Cleaning+1 more
VerifiedIKECAIKECA CertifiedNFPA 96Insured
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San Jose Grease Trap Cleaning

San Jose, California

4.8
Hood CleaningGrease Trap Cleaning
NFPA 96Insured
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Estrada Exhaust Hood Cleaning

Grass Valley, California

4.8
Hood Cleaning
NFPA 96Insured
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HEC Commercial Hood Exhaust Service

Los Angeles, California

4.7
Hood Cleaning
VerifiedNFPA 96Insured
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SERVPRO of Stockton

Stockton, California

4.7
Post-Fire RestorationHood Cleaning
NFPA 96Insured
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SoCal Hoods

Costa Mesa, California

4.7
Grease Duct CleaningHood Cleaning+1 more
VerifiedNFPA 96Insured
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LA Kitchen Hoods

Los Angeles, California

4.7
Hood Cleaning
VerifiedNFPA 96Insured
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FilterShine

Escondido, California

4.7
Grease Duct CleaningHood Cleaning+1 more
VerifiedNFPA 96Insured
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Commercial hood experts

West Hills, California

4.7
Hood CleaningExhaust Fan Cleaning
VerifiedNFPA 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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