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Stay informed with expert advice on commercial kitchen fire safety, NFPA-96 compliance, exhaust system maintenance, and industry best practices from D&E Hood Cleaning.

Commercial kitchen grease buildup fire hazard in exhaust hood system
Fire Safety
2026-04-156 min read

5 Critical Steps to Prevent Grease Fires in Your Commercial Kitchen

Grease fires cause over $246 million in property damage to U.S. restaurants every year. Learn the five essential prevention steps every restaurant owner must follow to protect their business, staff, and customers.

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Professional technician cleaning commercial kitchen ventilation canopy system
Maintenance
2026-04-087 min read

The Complete Guide to Commercial Kitchen Ventilation Maintenance

A poorly maintained kitchen ventilation system costs restaurants thousands in energy bills, creates health hazards for staff, and puts your business at risk for fire code violations. Here is everything you need to know.

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Fire marshal conducting NFPA-96 compliance inspection in California restaurant kitchen
Compliance
2026-03-258 min read

NFPA-96 Compliance for California Restaurants: What You Need to Know in 2026

California fire codes require strict NFPA-96 compliance for every commercial cooking operation. Here is a breakdown of the requirements, cleaning frequencies, documentation standards, and how to avoid costly fines.

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D&E Hood Cleaning professional team performing commercial kitchen exhaust cleaning
About Us
2026-03-186 min read

Why D&E Hood Cleaning LLC Is the Trusted Choice for California Restaurants

Choosing the right hood cleaning company can mean the difference between passing your fire marshal inspection and facing thousands in fines. Here is why hundreds of California restaurants trust D&E Hood Cleaning LLC.

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Professionally cleaned commercial kitchen exhaust hood with pristine stainless steel surfaces
Customer Guide
2026-03-107 min read

What to Expect When You Hire D&E Hood Cleaning LLC for Your Restaurant

From your first call to the delivery of your compliance certificate, here is a step-by-step look at the D&E Hood Cleaning experience and why our clients keep coming back.

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