Range hoods are one of the most important appliances in a kitchen. They help to circulate air and cook food evenly. However, if the ducts that carry air to and from the hood are not clean, the system can become clogged and inefficient. Here are four tips for cleaning range hood ducts:

  1. Use a vacuum cleaner with a crevice tool to clean around the edges of the ducts.
  2. Use a brush on an extendable pole to clean inside the ducts.
  3. Pour a pot of boiling water into the bottom of the hood and turn on the fan while you use a shop vac to suck up all of the debris inside the ducts.
  4. Pour vinegar down each side of each duct, wait five minutes, then use a broom or mop to sweep up all of the vinegar residue. ..