If you run a busy restaurant, you already know the hood and exhaust fan are only half the story. Every cubic foot of air your kitchen removes has to be replaced, or your building starts fighting itself. That is why restaurant make up air systems are so important for comfort, smoke capture, and reliable kitchen […]
A kitchen fire rarely starts with a dramatic moment. It usually starts quietly, with grease buildup, poor airflow, and small maintenance gaps that stack up over months. That is exactly why NFPA 96 guidelines matter for everyday restaurant operations, not just for inspections. At The Kitchen Exhaust, we see the same patterns across the GTA […]
Fire inspections in the Greater Toronto Area are becoming more detailed and more enforcement driven, especially for restaurants and commercial kitchens. Inspectors are no longer just checking boxes. They are closely reviewing how your kitchen exhaust system is designed, installed, cleaned, and maintained over time. For many operators, failing an inspection can mean delayed openings, […]
