How much does it cost to clean a range hood?
One set price for the hood, given to you before anything is booked. Text us a picture of it with the range underneath and the number comes back in the same reply, and that is what we charge on the day.
How do I know when my range hood needs a cleaning?
The hood usually says so before we do. The fan gets louder and pulls less, a cooking smell hangs around the next morning, and the filter surfaces go tacky to the touch. Pull one filter and look at the side facing the blower: a film wipes off, a crust does not. We look at the appliance, tell you what it needs, and set the schedule with you.
What's included in a range hood cleaning?
The filters or baffles, the hood interior and exterior, the blower wheel and housing, the light lenses, and the accessible portion of the grease duct. We protect the surrounding cabinets and counters first, steam and hand-detail every piece, reassemble, and test the fan and lights before we leave.
How long does a hood or oven cleaning take?
Most hood cleanings run two to three hours. A large double oven or a 48-inch dual-fuel range with the cooktop takes about the same. Booking the hood, range and oven together usually means a half day in the kitchen, and it's the most efficient way to do it.
Do you use harsh chemicals?
No. We steam-clean and hand-detail, with cleaning products chosen for the specific finish, whether that's brushed stainless, enamel, glass or a powder-coated door. Your kitchen doesn't smell like a chemical plant when we leave, and the finish on a range that cost more than a used car isn't put at risk to save ten minutes.
Does the range hood duct need to be cleaned too?
If it's a ducted hood, yes, at least the accessible section. Grease travels past the filter, settles in the blower housing and the first run of duct, and that's where it's a fire risk and an airflow problem. Recirculating hoods, common in apartments and co-ops, don't have a duct, but their charcoal filters need replacing and the blower still needs cleaning.
Can you send a certificate of insurance for my building?
Yes. Ask when you book and we'll send a certificate of insurance before the visit. Co-op and condo boards in Manhattan and Brooklyn ask for one routinely, and if your managing agent needs specific wording or the building named as additional insured, tell us up front so it goes out in time.
