About The Hood Guys
Over 15 Years Protecting Commercial Kitchens Across Western New York
The Hood Guys Inc. was founded with a simple idea: every restaurant and commercial kitchen in Western New York deserves a hood cleaning company that takes the work seriously. Grease buildup inside exhaust systems is a genuine fire hazard, and too many kitchens go months (or longer) without proper cleaning because the companies they’ve worked with in the past did a rushed job and charged full price anyway.
We built this company around doing thorough, certified work every single time. Our technicians clean exhaust systems down to bare metal, provide honest documentation, and treat every kitchen like the fire marshal is showing up the next morning. That approach has earned us long-term relationships with restaurant owners, property managers, school districts, healthcare facilities, and food service operators throughout the Buffalo and Rochester metro areas.
Accidents happen, especially in busy kitchen settings. It’s important to make sure that your exhaust hood system are impeccably cleaned by the area’s most renowned kitchen hood cleaning company. Whether you’re staying up to date with your state regulated cleanings or you want to make sure that your kitchen is safe, we can help. Our team will arrive promptly to your location to assess the condition of your exhaust system and fire suppression system.
Our technicians are NFPA 96, NFPA 10 and NFPA 17-A certified for your peace of mind. We stay current with the latest codes and regulations as there’s no such thing as being too prepared for a fire. At The Hood Guys Inc, we provide thorough inspections and fully functional fire suppression systems to keep you and those around you safe and secure – all for the best price in town.
WHY CHOOSE US FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION INSPECTION & OTHER SERVICES?
- Timely
- Professional
- Friendly
- Detailed
- Effective
Our Certifications and Training
The safety of your kitchen and your people depends on the qualifications of the people working on your equipment. Our technicians hold the following certifications:
- NFPA 96 Certified: Commercial kitchen exhaust system ventilation control and fire protection. This is the core standard governing how exhaust hoods and ductwork must be maintained.
- NFPA 10 Certified: Portable fire extinguisher inspection, maintenance, and testing. Covers the proper servicing and condition assessment of fire extinguishers in commercial settings.
- NFPA 17-A Certified: Wet chemical extinguishing systems. This standard applies to the kitchen fire suppression systems mounted above commercial cooking equipment.
These certifications require ongoing training and a working knowledge of New York State fire codes, building codes, and the operational standards for commercial kitchen safety equipment. When our team arrives at your kitchen, they know what they’re looking at and what needs to happen to bring your system into full compliance.
The Kitchens We Serve
Over 15 years, we’ve worked with nearly every type of commercial food operation in Western New York. Our clients include:
- Full-service restaurants and fine dining establishments
- Fast food and quick-service restaurants
- Pizzerias and sub shops
- Diners and breakfast spots
- Hotel and resort kitchens
- Hospital and healthcare facility cafeterias
- School and university dining halls
- Nursing home and assisted living kitchens
- Catering companies and banquet halls
- Food trucks and mobile food units
- Corporate cafeterias and employee dining facilities
- Brewery and taproom kitchens
- Church and community center kitchens
Each of these operations has different exhaust system configurations, cooking volumes, and scheduling needs. We’ve handled them all, and we adjust our approach based on the specific demands of your kitchen.
Where We Work
The Hood Guys Inc. is based in Buffalo, NY and provides services across two major metro areas in Western New York:
Buffalo Metro Area: Buffalo, Cheektowaga, Tonawanda, Amherst, Williamsville, West Seneca, Lackawanna, Hamburg, Orchard Park, Depew, Lancaster, Kenmore, Grand Island, and surrounding communities.
Rochester Metro Area: Rochester, Henrietta, Greece, Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Brighton, Gates, Chili, Victor, Fairport, East Rochester, and surrounding communities.
We also serve restaurants and commercial properties in the towns and villages between Buffalo and Rochester along the I-90 corridor, including Batavia, Medina, Albion, and Brockport. If you’re in Western New York and you need hood cleaning or fire safety services, call us. We’ll let you know if we can get a crew to your location.
Our Commitment to Your Safety
Grease fires in commercial kitchens are responsible for millions of dollars in property damage and dozens of injuries across the country every year. Most of them are preventable with proper exhaust system maintenance and functional fire suppression equipment. That reality is what motivates our work.
When we clean your hood system, we clean it right. When we inspect your fire suppression system, we check every component. When we test your backflow device, we verify it’s actually protecting your water supply. There’s no shortcuts and no half-measures.
If we find something wrong during a service visit, we’ll tell you about it directly and help you figure out the best path to fix it. We’d rather have an honest conversation about a worn fan belt or a damaged access panel than let it slide and have it become a problem during your next fire marshal inspection.
Ready to Get Your Kitchen Up to Code?
Call The Hood Guys Inc. today at 716-650-5071 or fill out our online form to request a quote. We serve restaurants, commercial kitchens, and food service operations throughout Buffalo, Rochester, and all of Western New York.