DDAN Hood Cleaning and Repair — Headquartered in Mount Juliet
Licensed Fan & Hood Installation for Mount Juliet Restaurants
Your hometown provider for commercial kitchen exhaust installations — from Providence Marketplace to Lebanon Road. Fastest response times in the city. Free on-site estimates.
Licensed, Bonded & Insured • NFPA 96 Compliant • Since 2006
Planning a new kitchen or upgrading your exhaust system in Mount Juliet? We're right here in town — free on-site surveys.
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Your Hometown Provider
Complete Installation Services for Mount Juliet Kitchens
Exhaust Fan Installation for Mount Juliet Restaurants
Whether you're replacing a burned-out fan or upgrading to a higher-CFM unit, 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.
High-volume corporate kitchens in Providence Marketplace push their exhaust systems 16+ hours a day, burning through fan motors and belts at an accelerated rate. The dense concentration of chain dining, sports bars, and fast-casual restaurants along Lebanon Road demands fans rated for continuous heavy-duty operation. Because we're headquartered right here in Mount Juliet, we carry common fan sizes locally and can respond to emergency replacements faster than any other provider in the area.
Need to browse specific fan models and parts? See our exhaust fan parts catalog for Mount Juliet.
Complete Kitchen Exhaust System Installation in Mount Juliet
Turnkey builds for new restaurants, renovations, and kitchen expansions. Hood, ductwork, 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 for TPO roofs
- Permit coordination with FDMJ Fire Marshal
- Full documentation package for inspectors
Typical Timeline
3-7 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.
Mt. Juliet Permits
We handle FDMJ permit applications and schedule the final inspection with the Fire Marshal's Office for NFPA 96 compliance verification.
The Fire Department of Mt. Juliet (FDMJ) is highly proactive and modern, closely monitoring the explosive growth areas in Providence and North Mt. Juliet with strict NFPA 96 enforcement on all new builds. New developments in Providence feature expensive white TPO and PVC roofing, and corporate landlords are ruthless about grease stains — a single roof discoloration can trigger severe lease penalties. Every installation we do in Mount Juliet includes comprehensive rooftop grease containment from the start.
Browse individual system components in our parts catalog for Mount Juliet.
Make-Up Air Unit Installation for Mount Juliet 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
Supporting Installation Services in Mount Juliet
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 Mount Juliet? 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 Mount Juliet kitchen build-out? We're right here in town. 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 Mount Juliet Restaurants Choose DDAN for Installation
Providence Marketplace: Rapid-Growth Builds
Providence Marketplace is one of the largest retail centers in Middle Tennessee, and its restaurant tenants operate high-volume kitchens with continuous fryer output. New builds in this development require exhaust systems rated for 16+ hour daily runtimes, comprehensive rooftop grease containment to protect expensive white TPO roofing, and full documentation for corporate property managers who enforce strict lease compliance.
Lebanon Road Corridor: Established Restaurant Row
The established dining strip along Lebanon Road features a mix of independent restaurants, sports bars, and pizza operations. Some of these older buildings have aging exhaust infrastructure that needs upgrading or complete replacement. We assess existing systems during our free site survey and design installations that work within the building's structural constraints while meeting current NFPA 96 standards.
North Mt. Juliet: New Development Opportunities
Mount Juliet's explosive growth is pushing new commercial development north, creating opportunities for restaurants to build from scratch with modern, properly designed exhaust systems. We work with general contractors on new builds, speccing and installing turnkey systems that meet FDMJ standards from the ground up — no retrofitting, no compromises.
Mount Juliet Commercial Kitchen Compliance
The Fire Department of Mt. Juliet (FDMJ) is highly proactive and closely monitors the city's explosive growth areas, strictly enforcing NFPA 96 standards on all new builds and routine inspections. 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 West Wilson Utility District is incredibly strict regarding F.O.G. management to protect the infrastructure of the "City Between the Lakes." Rooftop grease runoff carries severe penalties. We install comprehensive grease containment from the start so you're compliant before you open.
Learn more about NFPA 96 standards and what they mean for your kitchen.
Mount Juliet Installation Service Area
We install exhaust systems across Mount Juliet and all surrounding communities. Free on-site estimates for every project.
Frequently Asked Questions — Mount Juliet Installation
Since DDAN is based in Mount Juliet, how fast can you respond to an installation request?
Because our trucks deploy from Mount Juliet, we offer the fastest response times in the city. For emergency fan replacements, we can often be on-site within the hour. For planned installations, we schedule a free site survey within 1-2 business days of your call.
What exhaust system permits does the Fire Department of Mt. Juliet require?
FDMJ requires mechanical permits for all commercial kitchen exhaust installations and strictly enforces NFPA 96 standards on all new builds and routine inspections. We handle the full permit process, coordinate with inspectors, and build systems designed to pass on the first walkthrough.
Can you install exhaust systems in the Providence Marketplace retail centers?
Yes — we routinely install systems in Providence Marketplace and surrounding developments. These builds require special attention to rooftop grease containment because corporate landlords enforce strict TPO roof-protection policies. Every installation includes multi-tier containment and written documentation for your property manager.
What size exhaust fan does a high-volume Mount Juliet restaurant need?
Fan sizing depends on your hood dimensions, cooking appliance BTU output, and duct run configuration. High-volume operations in Providence typically require fans rated at 2,000-5,000+ CFM. We calculate exact requirements during our free site survey and spec the right unit for your specific kitchen.
Does West Wilson Utility District affect my exhaust installation requirements?
Yes. West Wilson Utility District is strict about F.O.G. management to protect local water infrastructure. Grease runoff from your roof carries severe penalties. Every installation we do in Mount Juliet includes rooftop grease containment from the start, so you are compliant before you open.
Your Hometown Exhaust Experts Are Right Here in Mount Juliet!
Whether you need a fan replacement in Providence, a complete kitchen exhaust system for a new restaurant on Lebanon Road, or a make-up air retrofit for an older building, DDAN Hood Cleaning and Repair is your local, same-day provider.
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