Business Details
18 Years
experience
Trusted Restaurant Hood Cleaning Services in San Diego
FilterShine has been a trusted provider of commercial kitchen exhaust solutions since 2008. Our team specializes in restaurant hood cleaning, filter exchange, and grease containment systems, serving San Diego County, Temecula, and Riverside. With over 14 years of industry experience, we prioritize safety, compliance, and environmental responsibility through our innovative off-site filter cleaning process. Our technicians follow NFPA 96 standards to ensure bare-metal cleanliness of hoods, ducts, and fans, reducing fire risks and improving ventilation efficiency. We serve diverse clients including Holiday Inn, Omni Hotels, and Hodads, offering flexible scheduling and no long-term contracts.Our proprietary GreaseBox system prevents roof damage from grease buildup, saving businesses hundreds of thousands in potential repairs. By outsourcing filter maintenance to FilterShine, clients reduce water, chemical, and labor costs while minimizing EPA fine risks. Our commitment to green cleaning methods using biodegradable detergents aligns with modern sustainability goals. Founder Cory Clarke, an industry leader since 1986, continues to drive innovation in grease containment and disposal practices. We provide detailed before-and-after documentation for every service, ensuring complete transparency and regulatory compliance.
Services
Restaurant Hood Cleaning
Filter Exchange
Grease Containment
Makeup Air Service
EPA Compliance
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- 14+ years of specialized kitchen exhaust system experience
- No long-term contracts required for our services
- Eco-friendly cleaning process using biodegradable detergents
- Locally-based San Diego team serving regional clients
- Skilled technicians trained in NFPA 96 standards
Services
Restaurant Hood Cleaning
Our NFPA 96-compliant hood cleaning service removes grease buildup from commercial kitchen exhaust systems. Using specialized equipment, we clean hoods, ducts, and fans to bare metal standards. This prevents fire hazards while ensuring compliance with local fire codes and insurance requirements.
Filter Exchange
Monthly filter exchange service replaces saturated grease filters with clean units. We handle off-site cleaning using super-heated water and biodegradable detergents. This reduces plumbing grease by 60-70% while maintaining optimal kitchen ventilation efficiency.
Grease Containment
GreaseBox rooftop containment systems capture exhaust grease before it damages roofing materials. Custom installations prevent costly structural repairs. Regular pillow exchanges ensure continuous protection for commercial properties.
Makeup Air Service
We maintain makeup air units to ensure proper kitchen ventilation. Cleaning and replacing filters prevents negative air pressure while reducing smoke and heat buildup. This improves working conditions and energy efficiency for commercial kitchens.
EPA Compliance
Our services help restaurants avoid EPA fines through proper grease management. Filter exchange documentation and cleaning certifications demonstrate compliance with environmental regulations while reducing operational risks.
People
Cory Clarke
Founder
Industry leader since 1986 with over 35 years of kitchen exhaust system expertise. Featured in SDVoyager Magazine as a food industry influencer. Developed innovative green filter exchange solutions for commercial kitchens.
Questions
What services does FilterShine offer?
We provide restaurant hood cleaning, filter exchange programs, rooftop grease containment systems, and makeup air unit maintenance across San Diego County and surrounding areas.
How often should hood cleaning occur?
NFPA 96 recommends quarterly cleaning for most restaurants, but frequency depends on cooking volume. We offer flexible scheduling options to match your kitchen's specific needs.
Do you service all of San Diego County?
Yes, we serve entire San Diego County including Carlsbad, Chula Vista, Escondido, La Mesa, and Vista, plus Temecula and Riverside areas.
How does the filter exchange program work?
We deliver clean filters on your schedule, exchange used filters at your location, and professionally clean them at our facility using environmentally friendly methods.
What are the benefits of your service?
Our services reduce fire risks, prevent roof damage, ensure regulatory compliance, and lower operational costs through efficient, eco-friendly cleaning processes.
Are there contract requirements?
No long-term contracts are required. We offer flexible service agreements that can be adjusted based on your changing business needs.
