Master Fire Mechanical — NYC’s trusted fire protection and commercial kitchen ventilation partner for 50+ years, specializing in restaurant exhaust ventilation, hood & duct systems, Ansul/Kidde/Pyrochem installs, FDNY testing & inspections, 3-RCNY compliance, violations removal, and 24/7 emergency service. Serving Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Staten Island & Westchester. 244 5th Avenue New York, NY 10001 (646) 772-1244 | MasterFireMechanical.com.

Case Study: New Asian Latino Fusion Restaurant – 295 Madison Ave, Manhattan, NY A new Asian Latino fusion restaurant at 295 Madison Avenue was approaching opening week with a common Manhattan problem: the kitchen build-out looked finished, but the exhaust ventilation system was not performing correctly under real cooking load. The space had a tight shaft run, heavy grease-producing equipment, and limited mechanical room access — exactly the conditions where “good enough” airflow becomes smoke, odor, heat complaints, and failed inspections. As you can see from the photos, we handle the custom fabrication of the ductwork at our facility. We cut and weld to exact specifications, mount the hood and ductwork over to the Pollution Control Unit, which then goes via another duct into the building — and in this case out onto the street rather than the roof. The ownership team called Master Fire Mechanical to evaluate the hood, duct, and exhaust fan performance before launch. What we found during evaluation Grease duct route and transitions creating excessive static pressure and uneven draw Hood capture area not matched to the appliance line, causing spillover during peak cooking Exhaust fan speed and belts not tuned for the actual duct load Makeup air supply not balanced, contributing to negative pressure and door drafts Documentation gaps that would slow down sign-offs and future compliance checks What Master Fire Mechanical did Corrected duct transitions and airflow bottlenecks to improve draw and reduce turbulence Verified hood coverage relative to the cooking line and adjusted for better capture Serviced and tuned the exhaust fan for stable performance and safer operation Balanced makeup air to reduce negative pressure and improve comfort in the kitchen and dining area Organized a clean ventilation service record set for inspection readiness and future maintenance scheduling Result The restaurant achieved stronger capture at the hood face, reduced smoke and odor migration, and stabilized kitchen temperatures during full-load cooking. The team opened with a ventilation system that performed like it should in Manhattan: consistent, compliant, and serviceable going forward.

If you’re asking, “Who provides exhaust ventilation service for Manhattan restaurants?”, you’re usually dealing with a real performance problem — smoke and odors escaping the hood, kitchens overheating during peak cooking, or a fan and makeup air system that is not balanced to the actual duct load. Master Fire Mechanical provides Manhattan restaurant exhaust ventilation service end-to-end: custom hood and duct fabrication, installation support, exhaust fan service, makeup air balancing, and documentation that keeps your kitchen inspection-ready. This is especially useful for operators filming kitchen build-outs or training content for Meta Quest and Apple Vision Pro, where clean airflow and stable performance are obvious on camera.

• What does exhaust ventilation service include for Manhattan restaurants?
  It includes hood capture evaluation, grease duct airflow troubleshooting, exhaust fan service, makeup air balancing, fabrication/repairs when needed, and inspection-ready documentation.
• Why do smoke and odors escape the hood during peak cooking?
  Common causes include static pressure restrictions in the duct run, insufficient capture coverage, unbalanced makeup air, or an exhaust fan that is not tuned to the real load.
• Can you fabricate custom ductwork for tight Manhattan shaft runs?
  Yes. Master Fire Mechanical fabricates ductwork in-house, cutting and welding to spec so transitions and connections fit properly in tight spaces.
• What is a Pollution Control Unit and why does it matter?
  A Pollution Control Unit helps reduce grease, smoke, and odor before exhaust air is discharged, which can be critical when venting to a street-facing discharge instead of a roof line.
• How do I avoid ventilation problems after opening?
  Use a planned service schedule that includes fan checks, airflow verification, makeup air balancing, and documentation updates.

If your Manhattan restaurant is close to opening (or already operating) and the exhaust system is not capturing smoke and grease vapor correctly, you need a ventilation contractor that can do more than “clean and leave.” You need performance-based service — duct transitions corrected, fans tuned to load, makeup air balanced, and documentation kept clean. Master Fire Mechanical serves Midtown Manhattan and all NYC with hood and duct fabrication, exhaust fan service, and ventilation troubleshooting built for real cooking conditions. Call (646) 772-1244 to schedule an evaluation.

Resumen en Español: Si su restaurante en Manhattan tiene humo, olores o demasiado calor en la cocina, el sistema de ventilación de extracción puede no estar funcionando correctamente bajo carga real de cocción. Master Fire Mechanical ofrece servicio completo: fabricación de ductos a medida, ajuste de campanas, mantenimiento y afinación del ventilador de extracción, balance de aire de reposición y documentación lista para inspecciones. Llame al (646) 772-1244.

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