DDAN Hood Cleaning and Repair
Commercial Kitchen Fan and Hood Installation — Antioch
From single fan replacements to complete turnkey kitchen exhaust systems — permitted, installed, and inspected. Free on-site estimates.
Licensed, Bonded & Insured • NFPA 96 Compliant • Since 2006
Planning a new kitchen or upgrading your exhaust system? We do free on-site surveys to spec exactly what you need.
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Complete Installation Services for Antioch Kitchens
Restaurant Exhaust Fan Installation for Antioch Kitchens
Whether you need a restaurant fan replacement for a burned-out unit or a commercial kitchen exhaust fan upgrade to a higher-CFM model, we handle sizing, wiring, mounting, and code compliance.
New Fan Installation
Complete install on new or replacement rooftop upblast fans. Includes roof curb, hinge kit, wiring, and startup testing. Direct drive and belt drive configurations available.
Fan Replacement & Upgrade
Swap undersized or failed fans with properly rated units. We calculate CFM requirements based on your hood size and cooking volume to spec the right replacement.
Fan Accessories
Hinge kits, speed controllers, disconnect switches, motor covers, and grease cups installed with every fan. Every accessory is NFPA 96 compliant.
Our Fan Installation Process
Site Survey
We measure your hood, ductwork, and rooftop access. Calculate CFM requirements for your cooking volume.
Spec & Source
We spec the right fan for your system and source from our supplier network. Most common sizes in stock locally.
Install & Test
Licensed installation with hinge kit, wiring, and startup testing. Full written service documentation for your records.
Antioch's incredible culinary diversity — Latin American taquerias, Asian wok kitchens, Middle Eastern grills — means exhaust fan requirements vary dramatically from one restaurant to the next. High-heat wok cooking produces intense carbon buildup that throws impeller blades off balance, requiring motors rated for heavier loads. Open-flame grills need higher CFM to capture smoke and flare-up particulate. We spec fans for each kitchen's actual cooking style, not a generic restaurant profile. Many older Bell Road strip centers also have aging built-up roofs that demand careful curb installation to prevent leaks.
Need to browse specific fan models and parts? See our exhaust fan parts catalog for Antioch.
Complete Hood System Installation in Antioch
Turnkey commercial kitchen hood installation for new restaurants, renovations, and kitchen expansions. Hood, ductwork, restaurant fan, fire suppression — one contractor, one warranty.
- Type I or Type II exhaust hood canopy (custom-sized)
- Grease ductwork with fire-rated access panels
- Rooftop upblast exhaust fan with hinge kit
- Electrical wiring and disconnect
- Startup testing and airflow balancing
- UL 300 fire suppression system (coordinated)
- Make-up air integration
- Code-compliant grease containment
- Permit coordination with Metro Nashville Fire Marshal
- Full documentation package for inspectors
Typical Timeline
5-10 business days for retrofit builds in older Antioch buildings. New construction with clear access is typically 3-7 days. Single fan installs are often same-day.
What We Coordinate
We work with your general contractor, electrician, and fire suppression sub. One point of contact for the exhaust scope.
Antioch Permits
Antioch falls under Metro Nashville codes. We handle permit applications and schedule the final NFPA 96 inspection with the Metro Nashville Fire Marshal.
Since Antioch falls under Metro Nashville jurisdiction, the Metro Nashville Fire Marshal aggressively targets older, repurposed restaurant spaces to verify ventilation systems meet current NFPA 96 codes. New restaurant concepts frequently move into older buildings on Bell Road and Murfreesboro Pike without upgrading the existing undersized exhaust systems — a red flag for inspectors. Every system we install in Antioch is built to current code from the start, whether it's a full turnkey build near Century Farms or a retrofit in an established strip center near the Global Mall.
Browse individual system components in our parts catalog for Antioch.
Make-Up Air Unit Installation for Antioch Kitchens
Your exhaust system can't function without balanced airflow. When MUA fails, doors slam, gas appliances backdraft, and fans lose efficiency.
Gas-Fired Heated MUA
Required for Tennessee winters. Direct gas-fired heating prevents freezing drafts and dangerous negative pressure. Properly sized units maintain comfortable kitchen temperatures year-round.
Untempered / Passive MUA
Budget fresh air supply for mild seasons and supplemental use. Belt or direct drive options. Effective when heating isn't required but airflow balance is still critical.
MUA Retrofit & Replacement
Upgrading undersized or failed units. We calculate CFM balance between your exhaust and make-up air to eliminate negative pressure and bring your system up to current code.
Why Make-Up Air Matters
See our make-up air unit options for Antioch.
Supporting Installation Services in Antioch
The components that keep your whole system code-compliant and inspection-ready.
Access Panel Installation
NFPA 96 requires fire-rated access panels every 12 feet of horizontal duct and at every change of direction. We install code-compliant panels in all duct types.
Learn more →Grease Containment Systems
Rooftop grease boxes, containment trays, absorbent pads, and 360° grease gutters. Protect your roof and pass inspection.
Learn more →Ductwork Modifications
New duct runs, extensions, transitions, and repairs. Fire-rated construction with proper grading for grease drainage.
Electrical & Controls
Disconnect switches, speed controllers, VFDs, and wiring for exhaust and MUA systems. All work meets NEC and local electrical codes.
Trusted by restaurants, churches, schools, and institutions across Middle Tennessee since 2006.
Who We Serve
Restaurant Owners & Managers
Opening a new restaurant, renovating your kitchen, or expanding your cooking line? We handle the full exhaust installation — permitted, inspected, documented. Also need hood cleaning?
(615) 881-6968 →General Contractors & Kitchen Consultants
Need a licensed exhaust subcontractor for a commercial kitchen build-out? We coordinate with your team, pull our scope, and deliver turnkey exhaust systems on schedule. Need a repair instead?
Contractor Line: (615) 881-6968 →Why Antioch Restaurants Choose DDAN for Installation
Bell Road & Murfreesboro Pike: Retrofit Specialists
Antioch's established restaurant corridors along Bell Road and Murfreesboro Pike are packed with repurposed buildings. New concepts move in but inherit outdated exhaust systems that were never designed for their cooking style. We retrofit complete exhaust systems into these existing structures — routing ductwork around obstacles, upgrading electrical capacity, and installing code-compliant access panels — so your kitchen meets current NFPA 96 standards from day one.
Century Farms & New Developments: Ground-Up Builds
Newer Antioch developments near Century Farms feature white TPO roofing that landlords fiercely protect. Every installation in these areas includes complete rooftop grease containment — boxes, trays, and absorbent pads — because a single grease stain triggers property management penalties and potential lease violations.
International Kitchens: Specialized System Design
Antioch's dense concentration of Latin American, Asian, and Middle Eastern restaurants means exhaust systems must be designed for specific cooking methods. Tandoor ovens, high-heat woks, open-flame charbroilers — each produces different types and volumes of grease and carbon that require specialized filter configurations and higher CFM calculations than a standard American kitchen.
Antioch Commercial Kitchen Compliance
The Metro Nashville Fire Marshal's Office has jurisdiction over all Antioch commercial kitchens. Inspectors aggressively target older, repurposed restaurant spaces to ensure ventilation systems meet current NFPA 96 codes. Every installation must include proper hinge kits on upblast fans, fire-rated access panels on ductwork, and code-compliant grease containment. Our installations are built to pass on the first inspection.
Metro Water Services (MWS) enforces Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) regulations. With Antioch's extremely high volume of heavy grease production, F.O.G. compliance is a major target for utility inspectors. We install grease containment from the start so you're compliant on both fire and environmental codes.
Learn more about NFPA 96 standards and what they mean for your kitchen.
Antioch Installation Service Area
We install exhaust systems across Antioch and all surrounding communities. Free on-site estimates for every project.
Frequently Asked Questions — Antioch Installation
How long does an exhaust system installation take in an older Antioch strip center?
Retrofitting an exhaust system into an older Antioch building — common along Bell Road and Murfreesboro Pike — typically takes 5 to 10 business days. These builds require custom duct runs around existing structure, new roof penetrations, and often electrical upgrades. We survey the building first and provide an exact timeline before work begins.
Does the Metro Nashville Fire Marshal inspect kitchen exhaust installations in Antioch?
Yes. Antioch falls under Metro Nashville jurisdiction, and the Metro Nashville Fire Marshal inspects all commercial kitchen exhaust installations for NFPA 96 compliance. We handle the full permit process and coordinate the final inspection so your system passes on the first walk-through.
Can you install exhaust systems designed for high-heat wok cooking in Antioch?
Absolutely. Antioch's diverse restaurant scene includes many kitchens using high-heat wok cooking and open-flame grills. These operations require higher CFM exhaust fans, specialized baffle filters rated for heavy carbon buildup, and more frequent access panel placement to allow aggressive bare-metal cleaning. We design systems specifically for these cooking styles.
What permits are needed for a new restaurant exhaust build near Century Farms?
New builds in the Century Farms area require Metro Nashville mechanical permits, electrical permits for fan wiring and disconnects, and NFPA 96 compliance verification. If fire suppression is included, additional permits apply. We coordinate all permitting and inspections — you deal with one contractor, not the codes department.
How do you protect the newer TPO roofs in Antioch developments from exhaust grease?
New construction near Century Farms uses white TPO roofing that is easily stained and degraded by grease runoff from upblast fans. We install multi-layer rooftop grease containment systems — boxes, trays, and hydrophobic filter pads — as part of every installation to prevent grease from ever reaching the roof membrane.
Don't Wait Until You're Fined or Shut Down!
Antioch's diverse kitchens demand exhaust systems built for the way you actually cook — not a generic install. Whether you need a high-CFM fan for wok cooking, a full system for a new taqueria, or a retrofit in an older Bell Road building, DDAN Hood Cleaning and Repair builds it right.
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