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August 11, 2020 10 mins
  • How much does adding a hood system to a restaurant kitchen cost? 
  • How does a hood system function? 
  • What type of upkeep should you plan on to properly maintain a restaurant hood system...and avoid a fire hazard?

All this and more in today's episode.

Host, Michael Carro, is joined by Don Theriot, Founder, and Owner of Kesco, Kitchen Equipment & Supply Co. Don explains how a hood system works within your restaurant and how to ensure it is properly maintained.
Episode Quick Reference Notes:

  • Plan on budgeting $1000/ foot of hood system
  • Hood systems need to extend 6 inches further on both sides of your cooking surface, so budget in an additional foot.

If you want to eliminate fees associated with hood system installation consider finding a second-generation restaurant location.  Want learn more perks to taking on a second-generation restaurant? Here an episode you don’t want to miss! Or find out more about the process of redesigning a second-generation kitchen here!

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