How much does a commercial kitchen hood system cost?
A complete project can range from tens of thousands to much more because the hood is only one component. Grease duct, exhaust fan, makeup air, roof work, utilities, controls, fire suppression, engineering and approvals may be substantial.
Can this site tell me how many CFM I need?
No. Airflow, hood geometry, appliance duty, capture and containment, replacement air and pressure relationships require qualified design and local approval.
What is the difference between a Type I and Type II hood?
Type I hoods address grease and smoke from applicable cooking operations and are associated with grease-exhaust and fire-protection requirements. Type II hoods generally address heat, steam or condensation. The correct classification must be determined for the actual appliances and jurisdiction.
Do grease ducts need professional cleaning?
Commercial cooking exhaust systems commonly have inspection and cleaning obligations. The applicable frequency depends on the operation, grease accumulation, adopted requirements and responsible authority.
Can demand-controlled ventilation save energy?
It can reduce fan and replacement-air energy in suitable applications, but savings depend on operating hours, controls, motor compatibility and maintaining adequate capture and containment.
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The calculators run locally in the browser and do not intentionally submit project inputs to the server.