What is the best way to clean my range hood?

The range hood plays an important role in keeping your kitchen safe and clean by capturing the grease and smoke from your cooktop. Without regular cleaning of your range hood and filters, grease can accumulate in your ventilation system and create a fire hazard. When the filters become clogged with grease, they are less effective, resulting in lingering odours, and poor air quality for your staff and customers. They also make the fan in your range hood work harder, which adds to your utility bill, and shortens the overall lifespan of the unit. To avoid these problems, we recommend thoroughly cleaning your range hood and filters on a weekly basis and refer to your equipment manual for specific requirements.

Safety first!

Before you begin, allow the range to cool completely, so you can access the hood safely. Make sure you are wearing all the necessary personal protective equipment for the job: gloves, safety goggles, and an apron, and follow the steps outlined below.

First, clean the range hood:

• Remove the filters and set them aside.
• Spray the entire surface of the range hood, inside and outside with our Blast Away degreaser, including the drain trough around the lower inside edge of the hood, and the channels that hold the filters.
• Allow 5 minutes of contact time.
• Remove heavy soil or baked-on grease with a nylon brush.
• Rinse with clean, hot water.
• Allow inside surfaces to air dry
• Polish exterior surfaces with a clean cloth and Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish.

The next step is to clean the filters.

• Fill your sink with hot water.
• Add degreaser solution according to the instructions on the label.
• Immerse the filters in the solution and allow them to soak for 5 minutes.
• Scrub the filters with a nylon brush if needed.
• Rinse thoroughly.
• Allow them to air dry before reinstalling.

By making range hood cleaning a priority, you can reduce energy costs while providing a safe and healthy experience for your staff and customers.