NFPA 96 Compliance Cleaning Service in Oshawa
Stay safe and compliant with our NFPA 96 cleaning service for commercial kitchens. We remove hazardous grease buildup and ensure your exhaust system meets fire safety standards—reliable, thorough, and inspection-ready.
Certified NFPA 96 Compliance Cleaning Services For Commercial Kitchens and Restaurants in Oshawa
Stay safe and compliant with our NFPA 96 cleaning service for commercial kitchens. We remove hazardous grease buildup and ensure your exhaust system meets fire safety standards—reliable, thorough, and inspection-ready.
What is NFPA 96 Compliance Cleaning Service?
NFPA 96 compliance cleaning is a specialized commercial kitchen exhaust system cleaning service performed in strict accordance with NFPA 96: Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations. NFPA 96 is the nationally recognized fire safety standard governing the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of commercial kitchen ventilation and exhaust systems. Compliance cleaning ensures that your entire exhaust system — from the cooking equipment surface through the hood, filters, grease collection, ductwork, fan, and roof termination — is cleaned to the standard required by fire codes, insurance carriers, and authority having jurisdiction (AHJ).
What Does the Service Include?
- Cleaning the hood, filters, ducts, and exhaust fan
- Removing all grease down to bare metal
- Using industrial degreasing methods
- Protecting kitchen equipment during cleaning
- Inspecting the system for fire hazards
- Providing a service report + compliance sticker
Compliance Isn’t Optional — It’s the Line Between Safety and Shutdown.
The Problem:
Many restaurant operators believe that wiping down the hood and changing filters constitutes adequate exhaust cleaning — but NFPA 96 requires far more. Incomplete cleaning that doesn’t address the full duct interior, grease collection systems, and all system components creates fire hazards, voids insurance coverage, and exposes operators to liability in the event of a fire. An inspector or insurance adjuster who identifies non-compliant cleaning can shut down your kitchen or deny your claim.
Our Solution:
Our NFPA 96 certified cleaning team performs a complete, code-compliant exhaust system cleaning that covers every component specified in the standard. We document every step with before-and-after photography, provide a full compliance certificate, and leave your system in verifiable, inspection-ready condition.
Our NFPA 96 Compliance Cleaning Service Process
Step 1: Pre-Cleaning System Assessment
We inspect the entire exhaust system against NFPA 96 requirements, document existing conditions, and identify all components requiring cleaning.
Step 2: Cooking Equipment Surface Cleaning
Cooking surfaces, equipment tops, and grease drip trays are cleaned as the starting point of the system — the grease source.
Step 3: Hood & Plenum Cleaning
The full interior of the exhaust hood, plenum chamber, and grease collection reservoir are thoroughly cleaned and degreased.
Step 4: Filter Removal, Cleaning & Reinstallation
Grease filters are removed, cleaned or replaced, and reinstalled per NFPA 96 specifications.
Step 5: Full Ductwork Interior Cleaning
The entire duct interior from hood collar to roof discharge is cleaned using mechanical and manual methods, reaching every section of ductwork.
Step 6: Exhaust Fan & Roof Cleaning
The rooftop exhaust fan, fan housing, curb, and discharge area are cleaned and inspected.
Step 7: Compliance Documentation
We provide a full NFPA 96 compliance certificate, before-and-after photography, a service report, and a cleaning frequency recommendation for your records
Benefits of NFPA 96 Cleaning Service in Oshawa region
• Achieve full NFPA 96 compliance for your kitchen exhaust system
• Satisfy fire code requirements enforced by your local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
• Maintain valid fire insurance coverage — non-compliant cleaning can void your policy
• Receive a compliance certificate and documentation for inspections and audits
• Eliminate the most significant fire hazard in your commercial kitchen
• Demonstrate due diligence and duty of care in the event of any incident
NFPA 96 Compliance Cleaning Services Across Oshawa
We provide NFPA 96 compliance cleaning services for restaurants, hotels, institutions, and commercial food service operations throughout Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax, Pickering, Clarington, and the broader Durham Region. Our team is experienced with local fire authority requirements and delivers fully documented, inspection-ready results.
Areas We Serve:
Downtown Oshawa
Wingsfield
Whitby
O’Neil
Lakeview
Our local team ensures fast and dependable service for all types of commercial kitchens and restaurants
Click the button to learn more about areas we are serving across Oshawa and Durham Region
View our other Services for Commercial Kitchen Cleaning in Oshawa and Durhan Region
Affordable & Transparent Pricing
We offer competitive pricing with complete transparency.
What You Can Expect from us :
Free, no-obligation quotes
No hidden fees
Custom pricing based on kitchen size
Discounts for regular maintenance
Flexible scheduling
Contact us today for a personalized quote.
Our Clients result
Before and After Comparision
Book Your Service Now
Fill the Form and get free Inspection today
NFPA 96 Compliance Cleaning Service FAQs
What is NFPA 96 and why does it apply to my restaurant?
NFPA 96 is the Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations, published by the National Fire Protection Association. It is adopted by fire authorities across North America — including Ontario — as the governing standard for commercial kitchen exhaust system maintenance and fire safety
How is NFPA 96 cleaning different from a standard hood cleaning?
NFPA 96 cleaning covers the entire exhaust system from cooking surface to roof discharge — not just the visible hood surfaces. It includes ductwork interior cleaning, fan cleaning, grease collection maintenance, and full documentation. A standard hood wipe-down does not meet NFPA 96 requirements.
How often is NFPA 96 cleaning required?
NFPA 96 specifies cleaning frequency based on cooking volume and fuel type: monthly for solid-fuel systems and high-volume cooking, quarterly for moderate use, semi-annually for low-volume operations, and annually for very limited use kitchens. Your AHJ may impose stricter schedules.
What documentation do you provide after NFPA 96 cleaning?
We provide a compliance certificate, before-and-after interior photography of ductwork and hood components, a detailed service report listing all areas cleaned, and a recommended next service date — all formatted for insurance and inspection submission.
Can a non-compliant cleaning void my fire insurance?
Yes. Most commercial property and liability insurance policies for restaurants require exhaust system cleaning to meet NFPA 96 standards. If a fire occurs and the system is found to have been inadequately cleaned, your insurance carrier may deny the claim.
What happens if my kitchen fails a fire inspection for exhaust cleaning?
A failed inspection can result in a compliance order, fines, required remediation, or temporary closure until the system meets code. We can perform emergency compliance cleaning on an expedited basis when needed.