So what should you expect when the Kool Kleen techs arrive?
- The crew leader with check in with the manager and or security personnel on duty.
- They will inspect the exhaust system and note any deficiencies on the paperwork and they will power off the system.
- The crew will make sure no food is exposed in the area of the cleaning. They will then place boards on cooking equipment to protect it and then drape layers of plastic over all cooking appliances and nearby prep areas.
- While the prep work is going on the other tech will locate the exhaust fan and prepare it for cleaning by safely tipping fan or removing access doors. The fan should, according to code, have a hinge kit, if it does not the techs will note that on the paperwork.
- The crew will then degrease and pressure wash all accessible areas, beginning with components of fans, vertical and horizontal ducts, all access door areas, duct collars, or troughs, and finally the hood canopy. Repeat process until all surfaces are cleaned to bare metal.
- Replace all filters, access doors and fans to original positions. Remove and dispose of all plastic sheeting.
- Detail polish interior and exterior of hood canopy. Wipe down any excess water from appliances, surrounding walls and prep tables.
- Restart exhaust fans and check for proper operation.
- Certificate of Inspection stickers is then placed on the hood with the date of cleaning.
- A complete set of before and after pictures of the entire exhaust system and kitchen are taken and are available to our customers upon request.
- Fill out job service report and get approval signature from client’s representative. A copy of the work order is left with that representative.
