Grease trap lid gaskets: what they do, signs of failure, and when to replace them
A small seal can affect odours, leaks and lid fit. Learn what to inspect and when a gasket may need replacement.
Commercial Kitchen Maintenance Guides
Practical reading for kitchen managers about hood cleaning, grease trap maintenance and keeping useful service records.
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Commercial kitchen exhaust fan belts: warning signs, maintenance, and replacement
Understand what a belt does, why airflow loss has several causes, and when the work needs a qualified technician.
Grease trap cleaning vs. pipe snaking: what's the difference?
One service removes waste from the trap; the other clears a blocked drain line. Here is how to tell which problem you may have.
Commercial kitchen hood filters: when to clean them and when to replace them
Normal grease buildup is a cleaning issue. Bent, corroded or poorly fitting filters are a replacement issue. Here is the difference.
Commercial kitchen exhaust access panels: why they matter for proper cleaning
Access panels determine which duct sections can be inspected and cleaned. Learn what to confirm before booking.
How often should a commercial kitchen hood be cleaned?
Cooking volume, cooking style, access and local requirements all affect the right maintenance interval.
What is included in commercial hood and canopy cleaning?
Understand what a normal service should cover, what may be extra, and what to confirm before booking.
Signs your restaurant's grease trap needs cleaning
Odours, slow drainage and backups can point to several issues. Here is how to assess the next step.
A practical maintenance checklist for commercial kitchen hoods
What staff can monitor between visits, when to book a provider, and how to keep records that make the schedule work.
Commercial grease trap maintenance: a guide for restaurant managers
How cleaning, maintenance and plumbing repair fit together for traps, and how to keep it on schedule.
Commercial kitchen equipment cleaning: what managers should know
Why equipment gets its own cleaning cycle and how to confirm scope, prep and timing before booking.
Cleaning vs. maintenance: understanding your commercial kitchen exhaust system
Cleaning, inspection, maintenance and repair are different jobs in an exhaust system — here is how they fit together.