By When you are running a restaurant, there’s so much to keep an eye on. Sometimes, we lost sight of some important details because there is just so much to focus on. One important detail you should always keep an eye on is kitchen safety, particularly when it comes to fires. According to an article by Eater, between 2012 and 2016, there was an average of 8,246 structure fires per year at eating establishments. These fires caused over $246 million annually in property damage. While there are several potential causes for a restaurant fire, one of the most common is a grease fire.
During the five-year period of 2012-2016, there were 6,000 to 7,000 grease fires annually across the USA.
National Fire Protection Association
Grease fires occur when businesses allow buildup in their kitchen’s ductwork and exhaust system, or when oven hoods aren’t properly cleaned consistently. When this occurs, there is a flammable buildup of grease and other items that will allow the fire to escalate.
While having a fire in the kitchen is dangerous from the jump, if the fire is allowed to spread through the vents and fans in the kitchen, the damage can be catastrophic. That is why all kitchens need to consistently monitor the cleanliness of their ducts, fans, and hoods, and make sure that they are hiring professional cleaners to reduce the liability of a fire.
By staying current with your kitchen’s vent, hood, and duct cleaning, you are removing the risk of extreme damage that could come with a kitchen grease fire. When it comes to these types of cleaning, one name in the industry stands above the rest: HoodGuyz.
HoodGuyz is an experienced nationwide team of pressure cleaners. With over 10 years of experience in the industry, and a great group of hard-working cleaners using cutting-edge industry technology, HoodGuyz is a full-service pressure cleaning company that will help protect you from the devastation of a grease fire. By being proactive today, you could be saving yourself a lot of trouble tomorrow. HoodGuyz is a high-quality cleaning service that has helped protect kitchens of restaurants ranging from some of the biggest chains in America to local businesses. Don’t take your eye off an extremely important aspect of running a kitchen, and work with HoodGuyz today.
