Kitchen Hood Cleaning in San Marcos, CA
20% Off Your First Cleaning. Every Inch to Bare Metal or We Re-Clean It Free.
Stop hiring a hood cleaner. Start running a system that keeps you compliant without you thinking about it.
Here’s what most restaurant owners get from a hood cleaning company: a guy shows up, sprays the canopy, slaps a sticker on it, and disappears for six months. You have no idea what he cleaned, and no idea when he’s coming back.
That’s not what you get from us. Our kitchen hood cleaning in San Marcos comes with posted prices, overnight scheduling, photo proof of every section we clean, reminders before you’re due, and a guarantee that the job is done right.
New Customer Special: 20% OFF your first kitchen exhaust (hood) cleaning.
Valid for new customers only. Applies to hood cleaning services; excludes repairs and parts.
Every Price, Out in the Open
Most companies make you book an appointment just to hear a number. We put it on the page.
| Service | Price | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen Exhaust (Hood) Cleaning | $500 – $990 | Standard Service |
| Initial Kitchen Deep Cleaning | $200 flat rate | One-time / Setup |
| Filter Exchange Service | $75 – $150 | Recurring Maintenance |
| Exhaust Fan Maintenance | $99 – $149 | Preventive Care |
| Access Panel Cleaning | $99 – $149 | Standard Service |
| Belt Change | $60 – $300 | Repair & Maintenance |
| Exhaust Fan Bearing Replacement | $500 – $700 | Heavy Repair |
| Exhaust Fan Motor Replacement | $999 – $1,990 | Full Replacement |
What moves your price inside the range? Your hood size, how far your ductwork runs, how many fans you have, and how much grease is in there today. We look first and give you one written number. No add-ons at the end.
The Bare Metal Guarantee
Our standard is bare metal, not “looks clean from the floor.” If you find grease we missed in any accessible part of your hood, filters, ductwork, or exhaust fan within 7 days, we’ll come back and re-clean it for free.
Every repair is also backed by a one-year warranty.
Grease Is Patient. Your Inspector Isn’t.
Every service you run sends grease vapor up through your hood. Most of it doesn’t stay where you can see it. It settles inside the duct and on the rooftop fan, layer by layer, night after night.
Nothing happens for a while. Then one of three things does:
- The fan gives out. Grease overloads the motor, the kitchen fills with smoke, and you’re looking at $999 to $1,990 for a replacement.
- You fail an inspection. You still pay for the cleaning, just on someone else’s deadline.
- It ignites. Grease buildup is fuel, and you don’t want to find out how much is up there.
Compared to any of those, a cleaning is the cheapest decision you’ll make this quarter.
How It Works
Request your quote
We inspect your exhaust system and give you a written price.
Pick your time slot
After close, overnight, or on your slowest day of the week.
Walk into a clean kitchen
Your photo report is waiting, and your next cleaning is already on our calendar.
What Our Clients Are Saying
The Full System, Not Just a Cleaning
What happens on every visit:
- We clean the entire exhaust path. Hood, filters, ductwork, and the fan on your roof, done to NFPA 96 standards.
- We work when you’re closed. Late night, early morning, or weekends. We’re available 24/7.
- We document everything. You get before-and-after photos and a written service report for your inspector, health department, or insurance carrier.
- We keep your calendar. We track when your next cleaning is due and contact you before it is.
On the house with your first cleaning:
- Rooftop fan check. We inspect belts, bearings, and the motor, then tell you what’s close to failing so you can fix it on your terms.
- Filter assessment. We flag damaged, missing, or wrong-size filters.
Ways to save more:
- Hood + Fan Package. Book your cleaning and exhaust fan maintenance together and take $50 off the fan maintenance.
- Year-Round Plan. Lock in four cleanings for the year and get 20% off the fourth. You’ll never have to remember a due date again.
Serving San Marcos and Greater North County
San Marcos kitchens feed a lot of people: college crowds near Cal State San Marcos and Palomar College, families in San Elijo Hills and Twin Oaks Valley, and the lunch and dinner traffic along San Marcos Boulevard and Grand Avenue.
We serve restaurants, breweries, cafés, catering kitchens, and institutional kitchens throughout the city, from North City to Lake San Marcos. Brand-new kitchens in the city’s newer developments benefit most from starting on a regular schedule from day one, before buildup ever gets a chance to settle.
We already work across North County, from Escondido and Vista to Carlsbad and Oceanside, so San Marcos is right on our route.
Kitchen Hood Cleaning in San Marcos, CA
Why California Kitchen Exhaust Exists
Gustavo Gonzalez spent years working for other hood cleaning companies before he started his own in 2014. Too often, he saw crews without the right equipment or safety gear, and jobs called “done” that didn’t meet NFPA 96.
He started California Kitchen Exhaust to do it the way it should be done. With 19+ years in the trade, that’s still the only way he works.
FAQs About Kitchen Hood Cleaning in San Marcos, CA
How much is kitchen hood cleaning in San Marcos?
Standard hood cleaning runs $500 to $990. The exact price depends on hood size, duct length, number of fans, and grease buildup. New customers save 20% on their first cleaning.
What happens if you miss a spot?
That’s what the Bare Metal Guarantee is for. If you find grease we missed in any accessible area of your hood, filters, ducts, or exhaust fan within 7 days, we come back and re-clean it free.
I just opened a new restaurant. When should I schedule my first cleaning?
How often you need cleaning depends on volume. High-volume kitchens, like 24/7 or fry-heavy operations, typically need it every 1–3 months. Lower-volume kitchens may only need it semi-annually or annually. We’ll recommend a schedule after we see your system.
How long will you be in my kitchen?
Most cleanings take 2–4 hours, depending on the size and condition of your system.
Do you repair exhaust fans?
Yes. Belt changes start at $60, bearing replacements run $500–$700, and motor replacements run $999–$1,990 installed. All repairs include a one-year warranty.
What documentation do I get?
Every job includes before-and-after photos and a written service report you can show your inspector or insurance company.
Kitchen Hood Cleaning in San Marcos, CA
The Price Is Posted. The Work Is Guaranteed. Your Move.
You know what it costs, how we work, and that we’ll come back if anything is missed. All that’s left is choosing your night.
Book your kitchen hood cleaning in San Marcos today and get 20% off your first cleaning.