Outdoor Vent Hoods

When using your outdoor grill or cooktop, the last thing you want is smoke all over your guests, furniture and every surface of your beautiful outdoor kitchen. An outdoor vent hood can tackle the intense heat, smoke and grease produced by grills and other outdoor cooking appliances. At Ingrams Water & Air, we offer quality vent hoods that effectively remove steam and cooking grease, keeping your guests happy and your entertaining space smoke-free. 

Why Do You Need an Outdoor Vent Hood?

Outdoor vent hoods provide various benefits, including:

• Pulling smoke: Say goodbye to squinting, coughing and smelling like a campfire after every barbecue. An effective hood pulls smoke away from your cooking area, keeping the air clear for you and your guests.
• Controlling grease: Grilling creates a lot of airborne grease that could land on your countertops, appliances and even the side of your house. A hood will capture that grease instead.
• Reducing heat: Outdoor grills generate serious heat. A vent hood helps dissipate it, making your cooking environment much more comfortable — especially on warm days.
• Improving safety: A vent hood prevents grease buildup, which reduces the risk of grease fires. By removing smoke, grease and heat, a vent hood also protects your outdoor kitchen components and surrounding structures from buildup and potential damage.

What Are the Types of Outdoor Vent Hoods?

Vent hoods are usually defined by how they're installed:

• Wall-mounted hoods: These are perfect if your outdoor kitchen is against a wall.
• Island hoods: If your outdoor kitchen has a grill in an island setup, meaning it's not against a wall, you'll need an island hood.
• Ducted hoods: These pull air from your patio space through a duct, which is like a chimney for your grill.
• Ductless hoods: These use filters to clean the air and then release it back into the space. 

What Should You Look for in an Outdoor Vent Hood?

Choosing the right outdoor vent hood is crucial for optimal performance. Here’s what you should look for:   

• Hood insert power: Outdoor cooking generates more smoke and grease than indoor cooking. When you factor in the breeze, an outdoor hood needs a much higher cubic feet per minute (CFM) rating than an indoor one. We're generally talking 1,000 CFM or higher, especially for powerful barbecue grills or enclosed spaces.
• Size: Your vent hood should be at least as wide as your cooking surface, and ideally a few inches wider on each side. For example, if you have a 36-inch grill, aim for a 42-inch or 48-inch hood.
• Material: Your outdoor hood will face the elements. Look for high-grade stainless steel, which offers superior resistance to rust and corrosion.
• Filters: Baffle filters are the gold standard for outdoor vent hoods. They're incredibly durable and designed to effectively trap grease. As a bonus, they're often dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning.
• Lighting: Good lighting is essential for nighttime grilling. Look for models with integrated lights that will illuminate your cooking surface.

Ready to Upgrade Your Outdoor Kitchen With a Vent Hood?

Don't let smoke and grease cloud your outdoor cooking adventures. Invest in a high-quality outdoor vent hood to clear the air for delicious meals. Shop outdoor vent hoods now to get started!