Creosote removal for clean smoke
Smoke chambers, stacks, and fireboxes are stripped of creosote so flavor is sweet, not bitter.
Commercial Smoker Care
Professional Commercial Cooker/Smoker Deep Cleaning
Creosote and grease buildup wreck smoke flavor and fuel fires. We strip chambers, clear fireboxes and chimneys, degrease baffles, and document everything so your pit runs safe and tastes amazing.
Get a quote4–6 hrs
Average service
Creosote & grease fires
Risk removed
Clean smoke profile
Flavor restored
Why pit-masters call us
Clean smoke, stable temps, no fire risk
We disassemble, strip creosote, clear grease systems, and verify seals and temps so your smoker performs like it should.
Grease systems emptied and sanitized
Drip pans, baffles, and grease paths are degreased to eliminate flare-up fuel and off-flavors.
Full disassembly and inspection
Grates, heat baffles, and water pans are removed, cleaned, and inspected to keep airflow and temps stable.
Fire-code documentation
We provide before/after photos and compliance records so inspectors know your pit is safe to run.
Our smoker services
Creosote, grease, and airflow restored
From firebox to chimney, we remove the fuel that ruins flavor and risks fires while keeping hardware protected.
Complete creosote removal (all chambers)
Cooking grate carbon stripping
Heat baffle and deflector degreasing
Firebox deep cleaning and ash removal
Smoke stack and chimney cleaning
Drip pan and grease collection cleaning
Water pan descaling and sanitization
Door gasket cleaning and seal inspection
Temperature probe cleaning and testing
Exterior cabinet degreasing and polishing
Wood chip/pellet hopper cleaning
Smoke generator component cleaning
Fire prevention inspection
Health code compliance documentation
Pre-inspection emergency service
Bitter smoke or temp swings?
Clearing creosote and grease brings back clean smoke and stable temperatures for competition-quality cooks.
Cleaning process
Four steps to a safe, great-tasting smoker
We cool, disassemble, strip creosote and grease, then rebuild and test so you’re ready to smoke without risk.
Cool down and disassembly
After service hours we ensure the smoker is cool, remove grates, baffles, drip and water pans, and document creosote severity.
Creosote and carbon removal
Industrial removers and pressure washing strip years of buildup from grates, baffles, and smoke chamber walls.
Firebox and smoke system cleaning
Fireboxes are cleared, chimneys are brushed, heat deflectors degreased, and grease systems emptied and sanitized.
Reassembly, testing, and documentation
Components are reinstalled, seals checked, temperature accuracy verified, and we deliver photo documentation for compliance.
Recommended frequency
Keep smoke clean and hazards out
Pick the cadence that matches your volume so creosote never has a chance to ruin a cook—or your kitchen.
High-volume BBQ restaurants
Monthly
Constant use builds creosote quickly, impacting flavor and fire risk.
Full-service restaurants
Quarterly
Regular use demands quarterly stripping to keep smoke clean and safe.
Hotels & catering operations
Semi-annually
Moderate use still accumulates creosote; twice yearly keeps flavors clean.
Seasonal BBQ operations
Annually or pre-season
Off-season deep clean ensures safe startup and consistent smoke quality.
FAQ
Everything smoker owners ask us
We brush our grates daily. Why do we need professional cleaning?
Daily brushing can’t remove creosote in smoke chambers, grease on baffles, or sludge in fireboxes where fires start. Professional cleaning removes hidden hazards.
How long does smoker cleaning take?
Most commercial smokers take 4–6 hours depending on size and buildup. Large offsets may need extra time for firebox and chimney cleaning.
Will this improve our smoke flavor?
Yes. Removing creosote and rancid grease restores clean, sweet smoke instead of bitter, ashy flavors.
What’s the fire risk if we don’t clean regularly?
Grease and creosote ignite easily, destroying pits and kitchens. Regular deep cleaning removes that fuel and keeps you compliant.
Ready to restore clean smoke?
Book professional smoker cleaning and we’ll clear creosote, degrease baffles, and leave you with safer, better-tasting cooks.
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