DDAN Hood Cleaning and Repair
Commercial Kitchen Fan and Hood Installation — Lebanon
From BBQ-rated fan installs to complete turnkey exhaust systems for Wilson County kitchens — 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 in Lebanon? We do free on-site surveys to spec exactly what you need.
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Complete Installation Services for Lebanon Kitchens
Restaurant Exhaust Fan Installation for Lebanon 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.
Lebanon's famous BBQ and smoking operations produce thick, hardened carbon creosote that degrades fan components faster than typical restaurant cooking. Wood-fired smokers and heavy fryers along the historic square and near the I-40 interchanges demand oversized direct-drive fans with sealed motor compartments. We spec fans rated for solid-fuel cooking and install reinforced grease containment to handle the extreme output that Wilson County kitchens produce.
Need to browse specific fan models and parts? See our exhaust fan parts catalog for Lebanon.
Complete Hood System Installation in Lebanon
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 Lebanon Fire Department
- Full documentation package for inspectors
Typical Timeline
4-7 business days depending on system size, duct run complexity, and building access. 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.
Lebanon Permits
We handle Lebanon Fire Department permit applications and schedule the final inspection to verify NFPA 96 compliance.
The Lebanon Fire Department maintains proactive enforcement of NFPA 96 standards, particularly for the high-traffic interstate dining spots and massive industrial commissaries near the I-40 corridor. Buildings near the historic Lebanon Square often require custom duct routing through older structural layouts, while newer builds near Lebanon Premium Outlets use standard configurations. The City of Lebanon Water and Wastewater closely monitors grease interceptors, so every installation includes rooftop grease containment from day one to prevent stormwater violations.
Browse individual system components in our parts catalog for Lebanon.
Make-Up Air Unit Installation for Lebanon 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 Lebanon.
Supporting Installation Services in Lebanon
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 in Lebanon? 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 in Wilson County? 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 Lebanon Restaurants Choose DDAN for Installation
Historic Square & Downtown: BBQ Country Builds
Lebanon's downtown square is home to some of Wilson County's most iconic BBQ joints and Southern restaurants. These heavy smoking and frying operations generate extreme grease loads that standard exhaust equipment can't handle. We install oversized direct-drive fans with sealed motor compartments, reinforced ductwork rated for solid-fuel cooking, and heavy-duty grease containment designed for the intense output these kitchens produce.
I-40 Corridor & Lebanon Premium Outlets: High-Volume Chains
The massive commercial development along Lebanon's I-40 interchanges — including the Premium Outlets and surrounding fast-casual clusters — runs exhaust fans virtually non-stop. These high-volume chain operations need properly rated systems that can handle continuous duty cycles without burning through belts and motors. We spec commercial-grade equipment built for 16+ hour daily runtimes.
Industrial Commissaries & Cumberland University
Lebanon's massive logistics hubs — including operations near the Cracker Barrel headquarters and Amazon distribution centers — house industrial-scale commissary kitchens that require oversized exhaust systems. Cumberland University's institutional kitchens also demand code-compliant installations built for high-volume feeding operations. We design and install systems scaled for institutional throughput.
Lebanon Commercial Kitchen Compliance
The Lebanon Fire Department maintains highly proactive NFPA 96 enforcement, particularly targeting the massive industrial facilities and high-traffic interstate dining establishments. Every installation must include proper hinge kits on upblast fans, fire-rated access panels on ductwork, code-compliant grease containment, and properly sized make-up air. Our installations are built to pass on the first inspection.
The City of Lebanon Water and Wastewater closely monitors grease interceptors to protect the local water infrastructure. Grease leaving your property — whether through drains or rooftop runoff — can result in fines. We install grease containment from the start so you're compliant on both fire and environmental codes before you open.
Learn more about NFPA 96 standards and what they mean for your kitchen.
Lebanon Installation Service Area
We install exhaust systems across Lebanon and all of Wilson County. Free on-site estimates for every project.
Frequently Asked Questions — Lebanon Installation
How long does it take to install a full kitchen exhaust system in a Lebanon strip center?
Most complete installations in Lebanon strip centers — hood, ductwork, fan, and fire suppression coordination — take 4 to 7 business days. Older buildings near the historic square may require additional time for structural assessment and custom duct routing. Single fan replacements are typically same-day.
Does DDAN pull permits through the Lebanon Fire Department for exhaust installations?
Yes. The Lebanon Fire Department requires mechanical permits for all commercial kitchen exhaust work. We handle the full permit process and coordinate the final inspection to verify NFPA 96 compliance before your system goes live.
What does a complete exhaust system cost for a new restaurant near Lebanon Premium Outlets?
Costs depend on hood size, duct run length, fan CFM requirements, and whether fire suppression is included. A single fan replacement typically runs $1,500-$4,000 installed. Full turnkey systems for new restaurant build-outs in the outlet mall corridor range from $15,000-$50,000+. We provide free on-site estimates with detailed line-item quotes.
Can you install exhaust systems designed for wood-fired smokers and heavy BBQ operations in Lebanon?
Absolutely. Lebanon is known for its heavy BBQ and smoking operations, which produce intense carbon creosote and sticky grease. We spec oversized direct-drive fans with sealed motor compartments and install reinforced grease containment systems designed specifically for solid-fuel cooking operations.
How do you handle exhaust installation in Lebanon buildings with metal roofing?
Many Lebanon commercial buildings — especially near the industrial parks off I-40 — use heavy industrial metal roofing. We fabricate custom roof curb adapters on-site to ensure a watertight seal around exhaust fan penetrations and install proper flashing to prevent leaks and maintain structural integrity.
Wilson County Kitchens Need Exhaust Systems That Can Handle the Heat!
Whether you need a BBQ-rated fan replacement, a complete kitchen exhaust system for a new restaurant near the outlets, or a make-up air retrofit for an older Lebanon building, DDAN Hood Cleaning and Repair is here to get your kitchen up and running.
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