Protect kitchen airflow
Proper fan operation helps remove heat, smoke, grease-laden vapor, and cooking odors from the workspace.
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Keep air moving.
Keep kitchens operating.
Commercial kitchen exhaust fans work in heat, grease, and demanding conditions every day. Planned maintenance helps protect airflow, reduce surprise failures, and keep your operation ready for service.
Exhaust fan maintenance protects more than a motor.
It helps keep your kitchen ventilated, dependable, and ready.
Why it matters
Maintenance costs less
than lost kitchen time.
Reduce emergency failures
Worn belts, loose connections, failing bearings, and motor issues can be identified before the fan stops.
Extend equipment life
Cleaning, adjustment, lubrication where applicable, and early repairs reduce unnecessary wear on fan components.
Support safer operations
A dependable exhaust system supports a cleaner, more comfortable commercial kitchen environment.
Control operating costs
Correct belt tension, clean components, and smooth fan operation help prevent wasted energy and motor strain.
Plan repairs intelligently
Documented findings let operators prioritize repairs before they interrupt cooking or require emergency service.
The Kendrick approach
Built around your
kitchen operation.
Fan type, access, usage, grease exposure, and manufacturer requirements vary by location. We tailor the final maintenance scope and frequency to the equipment and operating conditions.
01
Mechanical & Electrical
- Verify the disconnect and electrical supply are secure and operating properly
- Inspect the fan wheel, housing, curb, and mounting condition
- Inspect the motor, bearings, pulleys, shaft, and drive components
- Inspect belt condition, alignment, and tension; replace where included or approved
- Check for excessive vibration, noise, heat, or signs of bearing wear
- Inspect electrical components, wiring, connections, and safety controls
- Verify the fan spins freely and operates in the correct direction
- Check motor amperage and overall operating condition
- Inspect accessible grease buildup and identify cleaning concerns
- Lubricate serviceable bearings where applicable and manufacturer approved
- Verify weather protection, fasteners, and accessible roof-side components
- Complete an operational test and document the fan's condition
02
Performance & Reporting
- Confirm dependable fan startup and shutdown
- Evaluate airflow performance and signs of restricted exhaust
- Check belt-driven components for slippage or abnormal wear
- Identify motor or bearing conditions that could lead to failure
- Document deficiencies affecting reliability or performance
- Provide recommended repairs and priorities after every PM
Final scope is subject to equipment design, safe access, site conditions, manufacturer guidance, and the service agreement. Exhaust-system cleaning is quoted separately unless specifically included.
03
Included after every PM
Recommended
repair report.
After every exhaust fan PM, we provide a clear list of findings and recommended repairs. Items are identified before they create additional damage, fan failure, or an avoidable interruption to kitchen operations.
- Observed deficiencies and equipment concerns
- Repairs recommended to reduce future failures
- Clear priorities for planning and approval
- A documented path from finding to correction
More than a checklist
Inspect. Document.
Prioritize. Improve.
Establish the baseline
Identify each fan, its condition, access requirements, and operating concerns.
Perform scheduled service
Complete the agreed scope with attention to safe access and minimal disruption.
Report what matters
Document findings and provide a recommended-repair list after every PM.
Plan the next move
Address urgent concerns first and build a practical repair or replacement plan.
Built for commercial kitchens
Less disruption.
More control.
Restaurants & commercial kitchensMulti-location operatorsFacilities & property teamsFood-service operations
Start with the fans your kitchen relies on