
Does my grease hood need a fire system?
Yes. Grease laden vapors are the number one cause of kitchen fires. The fire system can be integrated in the hood by the maker or installed by a separate contractor.
Is stainless steel the only finish?
While stainless is preferred for the interior capture surface of a hood, the outer surface can be finished with heat-resist paint of customer’s choice or finished in alternative metal finish, e.g., copper, wrought iron, etc.
Why does grease vapor spill out from under hood?
Several correctable causes:
1. Insufficient exhaust air for cooking load
2. Undersized capture hood
3. Cross-drafts or nearby air curtain
4. Insufficient supply air
Can exhaust be located at back of hood instead of at the top?
Yes, but with size limitations and not for some types of hoods.
My local building department is dragging its feet with approvals. What can I do?
Your hood vendor/distributor can and should assist you in preparing and expediting approval processes of building, fire and health departments.
What are Type I and Type II hoods?
Type I is for grease vapors and/or smoke. Type II is for fumes, steam, odor or heat but not grease or smoke. Type I can also serve for Type II applications but not vice-versa.
Is the extra cost of an on-demand system worth the savings?
Yes. Today’s energy costs make the ondemand upgrade an essential cost container that often pays for itself in less than a year.
If my fan squeaks, can it be adjusted?
A loose fan belt usually requires replacement, not adjustment.
Are all HD hoods guaranteed?
Our one-year warranty applies to all of our hoods and is an industry leader in user-protection.
How established is Hood Depot?
For over 50 years the owners and management of HD have been in the restaurant ventilation and equipment industry, serving customers from coast to coast and around the world. Current projects include military food services in Afghanistan. Hood Depot has shipped to 21 countries in the last year alone.