We take the worry out of maintaining your restaurant exhaust system. Fully insured and bonded. 24/7 scheduling. No sub-contractors.
We take the worry out of maintaining your restaurant exhaust system. Fully insured and bonded. 24/7 scheduling. No sub-contractors.
“Out of sight, out of mind” is not a solution when it comes to rooftop grease that comes from a kitchen exhaust system. Most restaurant owners, landlords and property managers rarely inspect the roof’s condition and easily overlook the unseen affects and possible impact that the collections of roof top grease can have on a cooking establishment.
Guarding against roof top grease can have significant impact on the roof membrane. Membranes that are composed of a tar-like substance will break down as they absorb the fats, oils and grease. Many commercial buildings are now using white vinyl materials on rooftops, which can be compromised by grease by causing seams to give way and holes to develop in the membrane. Membrane break down leads to leaks, causing further damage to the building’s structure. In addition to the structural damage the runoff from rooftop grease can lead to environmental hazards as the fats, oils and grease find their way into the storm water runoff that makes its way to the rivers and streams. And finally, grease deposits on the roof are potential fuel source for a fire.
Each year, eating and drinking establishments report 8,160 structure fires resulting in an average of 3 civilian deaths, 100 civilian fire injuries, and $229 million in direct property damage.* Half of the reported fires originate in the cooking area, which can then explode into the exhaust system. Keeping a grease-free and fire-safe kitchen exhaust system through professional hood cleaning can protect restaurants from fire damage.
Consistent kitchen exhaust cleaning and maintenance ensures a kitchen exhaust system that works at peak performance and provides a secure cooking environment that's cleaner, cooler and more productive for the staff.
Southwest Ventilation has built a reputation for providing its customers with fire-safe kitchen exhaust hood system service. We understand the importance of a properly maintained kitchen exhaust system and what it means to your business to receive affordable and reliable hood cleaning service. We also make sure you are always in compliance with the latest industry regulations.