Where hood cleaners buy
Hood cleaners buy degreaser and containment supplies from janitorial distributors and pressure washers from equipment dealers.
| Supplier | Type | What their own site says | Pro program |
|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial Brady | Distributor | North American distributor for cleaning and facility care, foodservice and packaging supplies. | Ask at the counter |
| Uline | Distributor | Stocks over 45,000 shipping boxes, packing materials, janitorial and warehouse supplies. | Ask at the counter |
| STIHL | Manufacturer, sold through dealers | Trimmers, blowers, saws, sprayers and gas pressure washers, with prices listed on its site. | Ask at the counter |
| Sunbelt Rentals | Rental | Equipment and tool rental through a national network of locations. | Ask at the counter |
From each supplier's own site on the date in the sources; call your branch before you plan around it.
Your counter list
The items hood cleaners buy every week, from the van stock on our tools list. Ask each supplier for a price on these first; they decide which account saves you the most.
| Item | Why it is on the list |
|---|---|
| Degreaser concentrate | Every job uses it |
| Plastic sheeting and duct tape | Containment on each hood |
| Service stickers and report forms | Proof of cleaning on the hood |
| Spare hoses, fittings and wands | A burst hose stops the job |
| Absorbent pads and rags | Spill cleanup |
| Replacement hood filters in common sizes | Swapping damaged filters |
For the first order, price the starter kit too: hot water pressure washer; gas pressure washer as a backup or for rooftops; plastic sheeting, tape and hood wrap; grease containment funnels and buckets; scrapers and brushes; degreaser sprayer; multi-position ladder; headlamps and work lights; gloves, boots, goggles and rain gear. Bigger purchases to price at a dealer or rental house: trailer or truck rig with water tank and hose reels; fan hinge kits; access panel tools; camera for before and after photos; wastewater recovery setup.
Opening a trade account
Bring your business name, tax ID and license number, and a credit application if you want terms. The big-box programs are compared row by row on Home Depot Pro vs Lowe's Pro. For the tools themselves, the hood cleaning tools list has prices read on the makers' own sites (STIHL, Little Giant).
When supplier prices change
Update your hood cleaning price list the same week a supplier raises prices. In Koira, that price list is what your estimates are built from.
Sources
- Imperial Brady: About, checked October 9, 2026
- Uline: About us, checked October 9, 2026
- STIHL USA, checked October 9, 2026
- Sunbelt Rentals: About, checked October 9, 2026
Last checked October 9, 2026. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice. Rules change and differ by state and city, so confirm with the agency named before you act.