Iron & Light: The Online Academy Raising the Standard in Hood Cleaning
The commercial hood cleaning industry is changing — and Iron & Light is here to lead that change.
Created by the team behind Southwest Cleaning and Virus Disinfection LLC, Iron & Light is a fully online professional training and certification platform for kitchen exhaust hood cleaners worldwide.
Our purpose is simple:
To raise the standard of skill, safety, and integrity in the hood cleaning industry — one student at a time.
Professional Hood Cleaning, Taught the Right Way
After years of on-the-job experience in commercial hood cleaning, we saw a serious need for better education.
Too many “certifications” focus on fast results and paper credentials instead of real-world knowledge and compliance.
Iron & Light was created to change that.
Our online platform teaches the entire process — from hands-on techniques to advanced code understanding — built around the same standards that guide every legitimate exhaust cleaning operation:
NFPA 96: Fire code and system maintenance compliance
IKECA: Professional cleaning and documentation standards
OSHA: Safety procedures and technician protection
EPA: Environmental protection and waste management
This is real training for real professionals — designed for technicians, business owners, and industry newcomers who want to master their craft the right way.
Inside the Iron & Light Online Academy
When the academy officially launches in the coming months, students will gain access to:
Step-by-step video instruction filmed in real commercial kitchens
Full walkthroughs of containment, washing, rooftop fan service, and inspection prep
Downloadable resources, including checklists, compliance forms, and reference sheets
Interactive final exam and certification — verifiable for employers and clients
Lifetime access to all lessons and updates
Exclusive community forum for students and alumni
Every module is designed for real skill and confidence — not just a certificate.
Built for Technicians, Teams, and Entrepreneurs
Whether you’re:
Just starting your career in hood cleaning,
Training new employees for your company, or
Ready to build your own professional brand —
Iron & Light gives you the tools, code knowledge, and systems to do it right.
Our goal is to help every student understand the “why” behind the work — fire safety, compliance, and environmental responsibility — while mastering every practical technique.
Launching Soon — 100% Online
The full Iron & Light Academy is set to launch in the next few months.
Everything will be accessible online from any device, anywhere in the world.
You’ll be able to log in, learn at your own pace, and earn your certification from home — or on the job.
Follow the Iron & Light Movement
We’re building a new standard for what it means to be a professional hood cleaner — and we’re doing it online.
Stay tuned for:
Early enrollment access
Sneak peeks of the training portal
Instructor videos
Bonus content for founding members
Website: [ironandlightcoaching.com]
Email: ironandlightcoaching@gmail.com
Instagram: @ironandlightcoachingandcourses
Facebook: Iron & Light Coaching
Iron & Light — Raising the Bar for the Next Generation of Hood Cleaning Professionals.
