The type of hood your commercial kitchen needs depends largely on the cooking processes involved. For kitchens utilizing equipment that produces grease-laden vapors and smoke, such as fryers, griddles, and broilers, a Type I hood is necessary. These are designed to effectively handle and remove smoke and grease particles. On the other hand, if your kitchen primarily generates steam, heat, and odors without grease, like with steam kettles or dishwashers, a Type II hood is appropriate. It’s designed to handle these types of emissions, ensuring a clean and safe kitchen environment.

Type 1 and Type 2 commercial hoods serve different purposes in a kitchen environment. A Type 1 hood, also known as a grease hood, is designed for use over cooking equipment that generates grease, smoke, and combustible particles, like fryers and griddles. It typically includes grease filters, fire suppression systems, and is built to handle higher temperatures. In contrast, a Type 2 hood, often referred to as a condensate hood, is intended for appliances that produce steam, heat, and odors but not grease or smoke, such as steamers and dishwashers. It’s essential to choose the correct type of hood to ensure safety and compliance with health regulations in a commercial kitchen.

To determine the appropriate size for a commercial kitchen hood, it’s essential to follow both national guidelines and local building codes. Generally, the National Fire Code suggests that the hood should extend at least 6 inches beyond all sides of the cooking equipment it covers. This ensures adequate capture and containment of smoke, grease, and heat. However, local regulations may have additional requirements, so it’s important to consult your local building code office for specific size guidelines and compliance in your area.

While Titan Mechanical primarily specializes in commercial kitchen ventilation systems, we are open to installing residential kitchen hoods, especially for our existing clients or when working on a project. Our expertise in commercial hoods means we bring a high level of proficiency to residential installations. We understand that some home kitchens may require more advanced ventilation solutions, and we’re happy to provide bids for these special circumstances. If you’re a current client or have a specific need, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

Titan Mechanical offers its installation services across a wide range of states, including Oklahoma, Missouri, Nebraska, Colorado, Northern Texas, and Arkansas. Our team is equipped to handle projects in these regions, bringing our expertise and quality workmanship to a variety of locations.