Hood Builder : Designing Your Commercial Kitchen Hood System Just Got Easier

Yes, Experience the power of our step-by-step Interactive Hood Builder—your all-in-one solution for navigating every aspect of your commercial kitchen hood requirements.

The Hood Builder is an online tool that lets you customize a complete commercial kitchen hood system, including your exhaust hood, commercial hood fan, and fire suppression options. It’s designed to save time, reduce guesswork, and ensure your system meets code.

All HoodMart ventilation hoods for commercial kitchens are built to NFPA 96 standards, UL 710 listed, and NSF-approved. They’re guaranteed to meet state and local codes. Our team also provides guidance on permits and can connect you with certified fire suppression installers nationwide.

Yes. With the Hood Builder, you can bundle your commercial kitchen hood with a factory-installed Ansul or Kidde fire suppression system. Optional installation services are available in most states through our fire suppression installation network.

Great question! Here’s the basics:

• Type 1 hoods are required for cooking equipment that produces grease or smoke (like fryers, ranges, or griddles).
• Type 2 hoods are designed for equipment that produces heat and steam but not grease (like ovens, steamers, or dishwashers).

If you’re unsure, our team can help you choose the right option!

Most commercial hood systems ship within 5–7 business days. Expedited shipping may be available—contact our sales team for details.

HoodMart partners with certified hood installers in most states. While hood installation itself is not included, we’ll connect you with resources to simplify the process. Use our Hood Installer Locator to check availability in your area.

Yes. If your kitchen requires a unique layout or dimensions, our custom fabrication products ensure you get a perfect fit, from worktables and shelving to sinks, counters and cabinets!