Condensate, Steam & Dishwasher Exhaust Hoods

Best Condensate, Steam & Dishwasher Exhaust Hoods for Commercial Kitchens

Commercial dishwashers, steamers and combi ovens exhaust gallons of vapor every hour. Without a condensate hood, that moisture condenses on ceilings, drips onto floors and triggers costly mold remediation. Stainless condensate and steam hoods capture humid air, separate grease mist and channel water back to the drain, protecting equipment, drywall and staff safety while keeping your kitchen HACCP compliant.

The category spans wall-mount condensate hoods, ceiling-mounted box hoods for island dish lines, and ventless condensate hoods that recirculate filtered air where running new ductwork is not practical. Ventless models are a popular choice for open-concept kitchens and retrofit installs, capturing steam off door-type dishwashers and glass washers without a roof penetration.

We offer condensate, steam, and dishwasher exhaust hoods from trusted commercial brands including Advance Tabco, Convotherm, Eagle Group, and John Boos, and strive to provide the most competitive prices available.

Benefits of Condensate & Steam Hoods

Moisture removal keeps your kitchen climate under control. Baffled plenums capture steam before it escapes into the room's climate system, while built-in gutters collect condensate and light grease so floors stay dry and safe underfoot.

Removing humid exhaust also protects your investment. Pulling moisture off the loading deck reduces corrosion on electronics and stainless panels, extending appliance life, and fully welded seams with removable filters rinse clean during nightly wash-down.

Certified hoods simplify compliance. Factory-certified condensate and steam hoods meet NSF and UL710 standards and satisfy health-department inspectors, and proper capture curtains let you downsize HVAC make-up air to trim monthly utility costs.

Ventless condensate hoods deliver the same steam capture without exterior venting. Because they recirculate filtered air rather than duct it outside, you can install one nearly anywhere power reaches, which is ideal for retrofits and open-concept dish lines.

What to Look for in Condensate & Steam Hoods

Selecting the right hood depends on the appliance you are venting, your kitchen layout, and local code. Weighing these specs ensures the hood captures steam effectively and passes inspection.

Some things to consider when shopping for condensate and steam hoods include:

• Capture area: match hood length and depth to the footprint of your dishwasher, combi oven or steam kettle.
• CFM requirements: low-CFM hoods handle dish machines, while high-CFM models vent combi ovens with steam injection.
• Construction gauge: lighter-gauge stainless suits light duty, while heavier tops hold up in high-volume institutional kitchens.
• Filter style: perforated stainless screens for condensate only, or baffle filters when light grease is present.
• Ventless operation: recirculating condensate hoods skip the ductwork for retrofits and open-concept lines.
• Integrated light kits: LED fixtures illuminate the loading deck for safer nighttime cleanup.
• Mount options: wall-mount canopies free aisle space, while ceiling box hoods cover island dish lines.

The right hood matches your appliance output and ceiling clearance while satisfying local ordinances, so inspectors sign off and steam stays out of your dining room.

Shop Condensate & Steam Hoods Today

Protect ceilings, cut humidity and keep cooks comfortable with condensate, steam and ventless exhaust hoods built for daily commercial service. Compare capture sizes, filter styles and mount options to match the hood to your dish pit or cook line.

For a full dish-pit upgrade, pair your hood with our commercial dishwashers, set them on our dishwasher machine stands, and add a booster heater to reach sanitizing rinse temperatures.