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Western Commercial | The Importance of Keeping Your Oven Hood Clean
The Importance of Keeping Your Oven Hood Clean
July 14, 2015
Western Commercial | Reasons to Schedule Commercial Cleaning for Hoods
Reasons to Schedule Commercial Cleaning for Hoods
August 11, 2015

The Advantages of Hood Cleaning for Businesses

Western Commercial | The Advantages of Hood Cleaning for Businesses

Not only is hood cleaning required by most states, but it also offers businesses various other benefits as well as being in compliance with state regulations.

The Benefits of Cleaning Hoods

All kitchens have hoods that are used to keep grease, dirt and grime from getting all over the kitchen. While hoods help prevent unsavory elements from traveling throughout your kitchen, they have to go somewhere, which means that grease and other particles stick to the top of the kitchen hood. There are various reasons and benefits to cleaning hoods periodically to rid them of the accumulated grease and particles inside their ducts, hoods, fans and vents.

Reduced Fire Hazard

As kitchen hoods remain uncleaned and accumulate more and more grease and other grime, they begin to pose major fire hazards. This is the reason why most states require that you get hood cleaning in Las Vegas done periodically to ensure that you reduce the risk of fire hazard. Not all grease and grime can be seen on the hoods. That’s why the exhaust systems typically must be inspected to determine if there are extreme amounts of grease that pose the threat of becoming dangerous.

Improved Ventilation

Cleaning your hood will improve the ventilation of smoke and other odors throughout your kitchen. If your exhaust system is clogged up with grease and other grime, it is preventing air from being circulated throughout the system, which is the entire point of having the system in the first place. Not only does improving ventilation keep your space smelling fresher, but it also makes for a safer and more comfortable working environment for kitchen employees.

Lower Insurance Premiums

Keeping your kitchen hoods clean can help lower the chance of a fire hazard and possible damage to your business, which would cost you money in repairs. It can also help you save money immediately as well. Keeping your hoods properly cleaned by having them regularly inspected and cleaned can help keep your insurance premiums lower. When insurance companies see that you take the necessary steps to keep your hoods cleaned, which reduces the risk of fire hazard, they won’t be inclined to charge you as much on your premiums since it decreases the likelihood of you having to cash in on your policy.

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