Commercial Restaurant Odor Control in Orange, CA

Engineered Odor Control Built for Busy Commercial Kitchens

Restaurant odors stem from grease‑laden vapors, smoke from charbroilers, and volatile compounds released during cooking. If exhaust capture is incomplete or make‑up air is unbalanced, smells migrate into dining spaces and out to the street. #1 AC Guys designs integrated solutions that address all three pillars—source capture, filtration, and pressure balance—so your guests enjoy great food, not lingering odors.

Technologies We Deploy (Tailored to Your Menu and Load)

• High‑capacity activated carbon canisters and panels configured in stages to target a broad odor spectrum and extend media life.
• UL‑listed electrostatic precipitators (ESP) for smoke and grease reduction, with serviceable cells and remote wash options.
• ESP + carbon hybrid assemblies for heavy smoke applications such as wood or solid‑fuel charbroilers.
• Ozone‑free bipolar ionization for dining rooms and back‑of‑house zones to reduce odors and particles without adding ozone.
• UV‑C coil irradiation to control biofilm, stabilize coil performance, and maintain clean, efficient heat exchange.
• Demand‑controlled ventilation using CO2 and VOC sensing to optimize airflow, IAQ, and energy without sacrificing capture.
• Correctly sized make‑up air units (MAU) matched to hood CFM to maintain neutral or slightly positive building pressure.
• Sealed ductwork, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and BMS integration for precise control and quiet, efficient operation.
• Washable prefilters, Magnehelic gauges, and access doors that make maintenance fast and verifiable.

Each system is right‑sized, sealed, and commissioned. We measure airflow, pressure, and capture efficiency, then document results so owners, GCs, and inspectors are aligned.

Compliance, Codes, and Documentation

We design and install to NFPA 96, California Mechanical Code, and Title 24 requirements, and we help restaurants align with South Coast AQMD rules and local ordinances relevant to odor and emissions. Our team provides submittals, stamped drawings (when required), start‑up reports, balancing data, as‑built documentation, O&M manuals, and staff training. Whether you are closing out a permit in the City of Orange or preparing for a health inspection, we make compliance straightforward.

Our Process

• Discovery and Site Survey: Menu, appliances, hood type, CFM, and neighborhood context.
• Engineering and Design: Load calculations, filtration staging, duct routing, MAU sizing, controls strategy.
• Transparent Proposal: Scope, timelines, options, and total cost of ownership.
• Permitting Support: Submittals and responses to plan check comments.
• Installation: Clean, code‑compliant work scheduled around your operations.
• Commissioning & Balancing: Verified capture, airflow, pressure, and noise levels.
• Training & Maintenance: Service schedules, quick‑change filter kits, and performance checks.

Why #1 AC Guys

We are a fourth‑generation family of engineers with 80+ years of engineering experience, focused on commercial and complex HVAC projects across Southern California. Our technicians are factory‑trained at the manufacturing plants of Fujitsu (Japan), Mitsubishi Electric (Thailand), Midea (China), Gree (China), and Haier (China). We thrive on large, challenging kitchens—from high‑volume quick service to multi‑tenant food halls—where capture, odor control, and make‑up air must work in harmony. With rapid availability of filters, media, and HVAC components through AC PRO’s Southern California supply network, we reduce downtime and keep your operation compliant and comfortable.

Systems We Service and Integrate

We design, retrofit, and maintain kitchen exhaust, make‑up air, heat recovery, and odor abatement systems compatible with leading commercial HVAC and control platforms. We support carbon and ESP modules, UV‑C, ionization (ozone‑free), VFDs, and BMS tie‑ins, as well as major OEM mini‑split, VRF, and packaged equipment ecosystems from brands including Fujitsu, Mitsubishi Electric, Midea, Gree, and Haier. We also source filters and hardware through AC PRO when appropriate to meet project timelines.

Service Area

Local to Orange, CA and greater Orange County, we also serve Los Angeles County, Ventura County, and Western Riverside County. Need a fast turnaround? We offer priority dispatch and after‑hours work to minimize downtime.

Ready to Clear the Air?

Protect your brand, satisfy neighbors, and give guests a fresh experience. Request a site assessment today and get an engineered plan for reliable, code‑compliant odor control that fits your kitchen and budget.
Call #1 AC Guys or request your quote online. We are ready to solve your most persistent odor challenges.