Hood Cleaning Services for Bay Area Restaurants

You deserve the highest level of service

You deserve the highest level of service

Elevate Your Kitchen’s Standards with Michelin-Level Care

From small cafés to large commercial kitchens, North Bay Restaurant Services delivers professional hood cleaning that keeps your restaurant spotless, safe, and fully compliant. Since 1996, we’ve helped thousands of Bay Area kitchens maintain fire-code standards and peak performance through our comprehensive hood and exhaust cleaning services.

Our certified technicians perform complete restaurant hood cleaning—removing every trace of grease buildup from hoods, filters, ductwork, and fans—so your exhaust system runs cleaner, cooler, and more efficiently.

The Gold Standard in Hood Cleaning

At North Bay Restaurant Services, we don’t just clean your kitchen hood; we restore it to bare metal perfection in accordance with NFPA 96 fire code standards. Every commercial hood cleaning is carried out using industrial-grade degreasers, hot-water pressure washing, and high-temperature steam for a deeper, longer-lasting clean.

Our team provides full-service hood cleaning for restaurants, hotels, institutions, and food facilities across San Francisco, Marin, Napa, Sonoma, Alameda, Contra Costa, San Mateo, and Santa Clara Counties.

Our Step-by-Step Hood Cleaning Process

Prep & Protect
Before each hood cleaning service, we carefully protect nearby cooking equipment and kitchen surfaces to prevent overspray or damage.

Degrease & Scrub
We use food-safe, industrial-grade degreasers and hot-water pressure washers to remove grease and carbon buildup from hoods, filters, ducts, and fans. Every restaurant hood cleaning we perform helps prevent fire hazards and improves ventilation.

High-Pressure Steam Cleaning
We conduct deep steam hood cleaning of the entire exhaust system—hoods, filters, ductwork, and rooftop fans—restoring all components to bare metal per NFPA 96 fire-code standards. This ensures maximum airflow, fire safety, and efficiency.

Wastewater Collection & Disposal
Our custom-engineered trucks feature complete wastewater recovery systems to collect and contain all grease-laden water during cleaning. We haul it to a licensed wastewater treatment facility—keeping your kitchen and the environment protected.

Pristine Touch
After every kitchen hood cleaning, we mop floors and hand-polish the stainless steel for a gleaming, professional finish. Your kitchen looks as good as it operates.

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Comprehensive System Inspection

We go beyond cleaning to verify your entire commercial kitchen exhaust system is functioning safely and efficiently.

  • System Accessibility – We confirm that every section of your exhaust system is accessible and fire-code compliant.
  • Grease Buildup – We assess accumulation levels and recommend optimal hood-cleaning frequency to prevent fire risk.
  • Filter Condition – We inspect filters for cleanliness and proper fit to maintain airflow.
  • Electrical Components – Wiring, lighting, and connections are checked for safety during each hood cleaning service.
  • Fan Belt & Motor Condition – Belts and motors are inspected for wear; with a 2-year service agreement, you receive a free annual fan belt replacement.
  • Roof Condition – The rooftop area around your exhaust fan is inspected for grease pooling or structural concerns.

Detailed Hood Cleaning Reports

After every hood cleaning, you’ll receive a full digital report with:

  • Before-and-after photos of nine key points in your hood and exhaust system
  • A Checks & Balances inspection report summarizing what we evaluated
  • Recommended maintenance to keep your kitchen clean and compliant

Our reports provide complete documentation for insurance, health inspections, and peace of mind.

Why Bay Area Kitchens Choose North Bay Restaurant Services

  • “Bare Metal” Clean Guaranteed – Our hood cleaning services exceed industry fire-safety standards.
  • Full Wastewater Recovery & Haul-Away – We contain and properly dispose of all grease-laden water on every job.
  • Environmentally Responsible – Safe chemicals, responsible disposal, and sustainable cleaning practices.
  • Certified & Insured – Professional technicians, fully licensed and insured.
  • Hassle-Free Scheduling & 24/7 Operations – We offer flexible scheduling, after-hours cleaning, and key-on-file service so you never miss a beat.

Add-On: Steam Cleaning for a Deeper Shine

Enhance your next hood cleaning service with professional kitchen steam cleaning. Perfect for restaurants preparing for inspections or simply maintaining a higher level of sanitation.

What’s Included

  • Steam Cleaning of Kitchen Appliances – Grills, fryers, ovens, backsplashes, and stainless surfaces
  • Floor Degreasing & Sanitizing – Deep steam cleaning of tile, grout, and hard-to-reach corners
  • Eco-Friendly & Chemical-Free – High-temperature steam, no harsh residues
  • Health Code Readiness – Ideal for keeping your kitchen compliant and inspection-ready

When combined with our hood cleaning, this service delivers a visibly fresher, safer, and more professional kitchen environment.

Elevate Your Kitchen’s Standards

Reliable, code-compliant hood cleaning services for commercial kitchens of all sizes.

At North Bay Restaurant Services, we provide comprehensive commercial hood cleaning services that go beyond the basics. Our certified technicians clean your entire exhaust system down to bare metal, in accordance with NFPA 96 standards — ensuring maximum fire safety and performance.

We follow a strict, step-by-step cleaning protocol

Prep & Protect

We cover all nearby equipment and surfaces to prevent overspray or damage.

Degrease & Scrub

We use food-safe, industrial-grade degreasers and hot water pressure washing to effectively eliminate all grease and carbon buildup.

High-Pressure Steam Cleaning

We clean your entire system — including hoods, filters, ductwork, and rooftop fans — down to bare metal, per fire code standards.

Wastewater Collection

We don’t just stop at cleaning. Our team collects and contains all wastewater generated during the process and hauls it away for proper disposal — keeping your kitchen, facility, and the environment protected.

Pristine Touch

We finish by mopping the floors and hand-polishing the hood for a shining, spotless appearance.

Checks and Balances

We don’t just clean — we ensure your entire exhaust system is operating at peak performance. As part of our comprehensive inspection process, our team evaluates the following key areas:

System Accessibility
We verify that all components are accessible and fire-code compliant, ensuring that every part of the system can be properly cleaned and maintained.

Grease Buildup
We assess the level of grease accumulation. If excessive buildup is found, we may recommend more frequent cleanings or additional solutions to reduce risk and maintain efficiency.

Filter Condition
Filters are inspected for effectiveness and cleanliness to maintain proper airflow and system performance.

Electrical Components
We check wiring, connections, and lighting for signs of wear, damage, or potential hazards.

Fan Belt & Motor Condition
Our team inspects the belt and motor for wear. We also offer repair services and include a free fan belt replacement annually (with 2 year service agreement).

Roof Condition
We examine the area surrounding the exhaust fan for grease saturation, pooling, or structural concerns, ensuring rooftop safety and code compliance.

Detailed Reports

We stand behind our work with complete transparency. After every service, you’ll receive a detailed report that includes:

  • Before and after photos of 9 critical points within your hood and exhaust system
  • A Checks and Balances inspection checklist, outlining what our technicians evaluated, and any issues found
  • Recommended services or maintenance to keep your kitchen safe, efficient, and running at top performance
    This final step ensures you have full documentation for compliance, insurance, and peace of mind.

Why Choose Us?

  • “Bare Metal” Clean Guaranteed – Exceeds industry fire safety standards.
  • Full Wastewater Recovery & Haul-Away – We leave no mess behind; our custom-engineered service trucks are equipped with specialized recovery systems to ensure all grease-laden wastewater is completely contained and collected on-site and disposed of at a licensed wastewater treatment processing facility.
  • Environmentally Responsible – Safe chemicals, responsible disposal.
  • Certified & Insured – Professional-grade service with peace of mind.
  • Hassle-Free Scheduling and 24/7 Operations – We make service simple by offering flexible scheduling at your preferred frequency, sending timely reminders, and always arriving on time. With after-hours availability and secure key access, we get the job done without interrupting your operations.

Additional Services

Steam Cleaning

Take your kitchen cleaning to the next level with our steam cleaning service for appliances and floors, available as an add-on to any hood cleaning visit. This high-temperature cleaning method cuts through tough grease and grime on surfaces that standard wipe-downs just can’t handle.

What’s Included:

  • Steam Cleaning of Kitchen Appliances
    Grills, fryers, ovens, backsplashes, and stainless-steel surfaces
  • Degreasing & Sanitizing of Floors
    Removes deep-set grease from tile, grout, and hard-to-reach corners
  • Eco-Friendly & Chemical-Free
    Uses only high-temperature steam — no harsh chemicals, no residue
  • Ideal for Health Code Readiness
    Helps meet sanitation standards and impress inspectors

Whether you’re preparing for an inspection or want a kitchen that looks as clean as it runs, this service delivers a visibly fresher and safer workspace.

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