IKECA Master Certified (CECS + CESI)

IKECA Master Certified
Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning

Master Certified by IKECA with both CECS and CESI certifications. Protecting commercial kitchens since 1990 with fire-safe exhaust cleaning, NFPA 96 compliance, and comprehensive photo documentation for every service.

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Our Methodology

Systematic Excellence

Executing kitchen exhaust cleaning at an enterprise scale requires more than just industrial equipment; it demands rigorous operational architecture, certified field technicians, and an unwavering commitment to safety and compliance.

SDI Quality has revolutionized how large-scale commercial facilities maintain their most critical assets. By replacing outdated manual labor techniques with advanced robotics, pressurized extraction, and strict regulatory adherence, we operate exponentially faster and safer than traditional contractors.

SDI Quality technician precision cleaning commercial kitchen exhaust equipment
The Reality

This Is What Can Happen When Facility Managers Choose the "Cheaper Option"

Every year, facility managers choose the lowest bid for kitchen exhaust cleaning. The crew shows up, wipes down the visible hood, and leaves. The ductwork is untouched. The exhaust fan is ignored. The grease keeps building.

Then a fire starts inside the duct system where no one can reach it. It travels through the building above the ceiling line. By the time it is visible, the damage is already catastrophic, burning at over 1,400 degrees.

This is not a hypothetical. According to the NFPA, cooking equipment is involved in nearly half of all restaurant fires, and the leading contributing factor is failure to clean grease ducts. The companies that offer you the lowest price are the ones who skip the work that prevents this.

SDI does not clean to look clean. We clean to bare metal, document every inch, and certify compliance. That is the difference between a service and a liability.

0%

Of Restaurant Fires Involve Cooking Equipment

#1

Contributing Factor: Failure To Clean Exhaust

Real Results

Before & After

Every image is from an actual SDI Quality job site. We document every phase of the process to provide irrefutable proof of compliance.

Kitchen Exhaust Duct

Kitchen Exhaust Duct

Heavy grease buildup vs. clean bare metal

Hood Interior

Hood Interior

Caked grease vs. fully restored

Rooftop Exhaust Fan

Rooftop Exhaust Fan

Grease-covered blades vs. completely degreased

Our Process

How SDI Cleans Your Kitchen Exhaust

A systematic, four-step approach that ensures complete cleaning, full compliance, and documented results every time.

01

System Assessment

Our IKECA certified technician inspects your entire exhaust system, from hood to rooftop, documenting current conditions with photos. We identify problem areas, measure grease buildup, and assess the overall condition of every component.

02

Full-System Cleaning

We clean every component: hood interior and exterior, filters, ductwork, exhaust fans, and grease containment devices using professional-grade equipment including our Tegras Multipro advanced duct cleaning system with VisioPro HD camera.

03

NFPA 96 Documentation

You receive a comprehensive inspection report with before-and-after photos, compliance status, and recommended service frequency. This report satisfies fire marshal inspection requirements and is accessible digitally.

04

Scheduled Maintenance

We set up your custom cleaning schedule based on cooking volume and NFPA 96 requirements so you never fall out of compliance. Your next service is scheduled before we leave the property.

Our Kitchen Exhaust Services

Complete Kitchen Exhaust Solutions

Every component of your kitchen exhaust system, covered by one certified team.

Hood Cleaning

Complete interior and exterior cleaning of all hood types including wall-mounted, island canopy, and proximity hoods.

Exhaust System Inspection

NFPA 96 compliant inspections with detailed photo documentation and compliance reporting.

Exhaust Restoration

Multi-visit intensive restoration for neglected systems with heavy grease buildup in ductwork.

Access Panel Installation

NFPA 96 required access panels for proper ductwork inspection and cleaning access.

Hood Filter Cleaning

Filter exchange program and soak tank service to maintain airflow and fire safety.

Grease Containment

Rooftop grease containment system installation and maintenance for environmental compliance.

Grease Trap Cleaning

Interior and exterior grease trap pumping, cleaning, and disposal with regulatory compliance.

Exhaust Fan Maintenance

Belt replacement, hinge kits, bearing lubrication, balancing, and complete fan overhaul.

Why SDI

Why SDI for Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning

IKECA Master Certified (CECS + CESI).

Shannon Diversified, Inc. holds both Certified Exhaust Cleaning Specialist and Certified Exhaust System Inspector certifications from IKECA, one of the most widely recognized and accredited certifying bodies in the United States. Most competitors hold neither.

Avendra Preferred Service Partner.

Pre-approved through accredited vendor status with the world's most prestigious service procurement network. Hotels and resorts can onboard us with zero procurement friction.

Complete Photo Reports.

Every service includes comprehensive NFPA inspection reports with before-and-after photos accessible digitally. No guesswork about what was cleaned.

Fire-Safe, Every Time.

We ensure your entire system is completely fire-safe. We access and mitigate combustible risk throughout the system including hard-to-reach ductwork, exhaust fans, and rooftop components.

SDI technician performing safe kitchen exhaust cleaning over a hood
Our Equipment Edge

Tegras Multipro Advanced Duct Cleaning System

VisioPro HD Camera

We show you photos of exactly what your ductwork looks like before and after cleaning. No guesswork, no trusting that "hard to reach" areas were actually cleaned.

Complete Coverage (Up to 99 Feet)

The system reaches deep into your duct system and cleans every surface, including areas that manual methods simply cannot access.

Modern Methods

We use the most advanced exhaust duct cleaning system available. Modern methods are the SDI advantage, delivering a verifiably superior clean over basic pressure washing.

SDI Quality Hybrid Service Vehicle at Client Property
Operational Innovation

Efficiencies that allow us to serve you better.

SDI has integrated hybrid vehicles into our service fleet. It is a deliberate operational decision that reflects how we think about every detail.

Hybrid fleet vehicles reduce fuel costs, lower emissions on your property, and allow our technicians to arrive quieter and more discreetly at guest-facing locations. When we pull up to your hotel, hospital, or corporate campus, the vehicle at your loading dock reflects the same standard of professionalism as the technicians stepping out of it.

This is what operational efficiency looks like in practice. Not cutting corners on service to save money. Finding smarter ways to operate so we can reinvest in better equipment, better training, and better results for you.

Reduced Property Footprint

Less noise and zero idling emissions. Quieter arrivals during overnight service windows.

Lower Operating Costs

Fleet fuel savings go directly back into equipment upgrades and technician training.

Professional Presence

A clean, modern fleet vehicle signals a company that pays attention to every detail.

FAQ

Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Questions

NFPA 96 is the definitive standard for ventilation control and fire protection of commercial cooking operations. Non-compliance can result in forced closures by the fire marshal, denied insurance claims in the event of a fire, and extreme personal liability. We clean strictly to NFPA 96 standards.