Commercial Hood Installations process & Trade Involved

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Commercial Hood Installation Process & Trades Involved

By All Cool Heat Plumbing & General Contractor Inc

Installing a commercial kitchen hood system is a critical part of ensuring safety, ventilation, and code compliance for restaurants and commercial kitchens. Here’s an overview of the installation process and the key trades involved:

🧱 1. Site Evaluation & Design

.A licensed General Contractor and Mechanical Engineer assess the kitchen layout.

• Determine the right hood type (Type I for grease, Type II for steam/heat).

• Calculate exhaust and makeup air requirements based on equipment load.

⚙️ 2. Mechanical / HVAC Work

HVAC technicians install the hood exhaust system, including:

• Exhaust fan

• Makeup air fan

• Ductwork with fire-rated insulation

• Ensure proper airflow balance and energy-efficient ventilation.

🔥 3. Fire Suppression System

Installed by a certified fire suppression contractor.

• Includes:
  

• Nozzles above cooking equipment

• Manual and automatic release systems

• Integration with gas and electric shut-offs

• Must pass fire department inspection.

💧 4. Plumbing & Gas Piping

Plumbers install and connect:

• Gas lines to kitchen appliances

• Condensate drains and utility connections

• All work must meet NFPA 96 and local building codes.

5. Electrical Work

.Electricians handle:

• Power for exhaust and makeup air fans

• Fire suppression controls

• Lighting inside and around the hood

🧾6. Inspection & Certification

7. Balance and test

.Final inspection by:

• Local Building Department

• Fire Marshal

• Health Department

• Certification ensures compliance with ventilation, safety, and fire codes.

All Cool Heat Plumbing & General Contractor Inc provides full turnkey commercial hood installations, coordinating all trades for a smooth, code-compliant process from start to finish.

📞 Call (407) 461-0301 for expert commercial hood design and installation in Apopka and Central Florida.

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