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Written by the people who do the work — what inspectors, insurers, and your budget actually require, in plain English.
Call now — talk to a real person(555) 555-0123NFPA 96 & Fire Code
Compliance, for operators
Everything inspectors, insurers, and landlords expect from your kitchen exhaust system — and when you're ready to book, our hood cleaning service is one click away.
NFPA 96 Cleaning Frequency
The four NFPA 96 cleaning tiers — monthly to annual — and how to classify your kitchen honestly.
Read the guideCertificate of Performance, Explained
What the certificate must include, who asks for it, and why a sticker on the hood alone won't satisfy an inspector.
Read the guideFire Marshal Inspection Checklist
What inspectors actually check in commercial kitchens — and how to be ready before they walk in.
Read the guideHood Cleaning Cost Guide
The five factors that move hood cleaning prices, typical industry ranges, and how to compare quotes properly.
Read the guideHeating & Cooling
Big HVAC decisions, for homeowners
Repair or replace, heat pump or furnace, what to check when everything stops — explained before you spend money. When something's already broken, AC repair and the rest of our team are a call away.
Furnace Replacement: Signs & Cost
Eight signs your furnace is on its way out — and how to think about replacement cost without the hype.
Read the guideAC Repair vs Replace
The $5,000 rule, the three override factors, and how to decide without second-guessing yourself.
Read the guideNo Heat or No AC: What to Do
Five-minute checks before you call, what never to touch, and when it's a call-now emergency.
Read the guideHeat Pump vs Furnace
Operating cost, cold-snap performance, lifespan, and who each heating system actually suits.
Read the guideBefore You Dig In
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