HOODZ of Central Iowa Welcomes New Ownership

January 22, 2024

IOWA – HOODZ, the trusted leader in commercial kitchen cleaning for businesses nationwide, is undergoing a transfer in ownership of its Central Iowa location. The commercial kitchen cleaning service is backed by BELFOR Franchise Group, a brand management company based in Michigan that backs 13 different franchises and works with thousands of franchisees across North America.

The location is now owned and operated by husband and wife team Brad and Kari Pollock. Kari has an extensive background in management as well as customer service experience in retail and food service environments. Brad has a management background in various customer service fields, including call centers, banks, and retail. Together the Pollocks enjoy spending time with their five kids and tackling various home improvement projects.

Kari and Brad have contrasting yet complementary backgrounds and felt that now was the perfect time to go into business together. As they began looking into potential business opportunities, they wanted an established business with a trusted reputation in the industry. “That was when we discovered HOODZ, and the high level of professionalism they bring to a dirty job in a regulated industry. After meeting the owners of our local HOODZ and hearing of their plans to sell their business, we saw so much opportunity,” said Brad Pollock, co-owner of HOODZ of Central Iowa. “We look forward to building relationships with local business owners and fire marshals as we work with them to keep our customers’ commercial kitchens safe and up to code.”

HOODZ is the nation’s leading authority in kitchen exhaust cleaning, ensuring that restaurant and facility kitchen operations are in full compliance with local laws and safety standards. From its proprietary proactive scheduling platform to customary before and after photo reports, HOODZ has the tools, equipment, and communication to make any and all commercial kitchen cleaning a hassle-free experience.

Nathan Willard, President of HOODZ, is committed to honoring the brand’s admirable focus on providing the ultimate customer experience: “HOODZ occupies a growing niche within the restaurant kitchen exhaust cleaning and maintenance industry. Because of our specialized focus on hood cleaning, HOODZ has established itself as a trusted name within the industry. As Brad and Kari begin providing professional and efficient service across their community, the HOODZ team looks forward to hearing about all the great work they will accomplish.”

Since its founding in 1972, HOODZ has remained the largest self-performing cleaning franchise focused on high quality service and safety. The brand services several industries including facilities within the restaurant, health care, and government fields. Beyond everyday kitchen cleaning and maintenance, HOODZ provides full system inspections to ensure kitchen exhaust systems fully adhere to all essential local fire codes and regulations. As a customer-first company, HOODZ is committed to providing an expert clean while adhering to National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards.

HOODZ has the added advantage of being backed by the world’s largest residential and commercial services franchisor based on geographic footprint: BELFOR Franchise Group. BFG has over a decade of experience growing brands and helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses through industry-leading training, support and equipment, turnkey business models, and ongoing coaching and business development. Its national acclaim will aid HOODZ of Central Iowa in its endeavors to become a trusted resource for local business owners in need of preventative kitchen maintenance services.

To request a service from HOODZ of Central Iowa, call them at (515) 717-3422 or email [email protected].

About HOODZ

HOODZ originated from a successful small kitchen exhaust cleaning business in Northern Michigan and has been operating since 1972. The brand focuses on commercial kitchen exhaust cleaning as well as pizza ovens, kitchen filters and pressure washing. Their team of passionate experts is dedicated to taking on projects of all sizes to ensure they are in accordance with all fire safety codes. Since joining the BELFOR Franchise Group family of brands, HOODZ has driven tremendous growth systemwide, with an unwavering commitment to evolving its services and achieving tight-knit relationships with local businesses.

To learn more about HOODZ and to request a service, visit hoodzinternational.com.

About BELFOR Franchise Group

BELFOR Franchise Group is the world’s largest residential and commercial services franchise group based on geographic footprint. The privately held, multi-concept franchise system is a division of BELFOR Property Restoration, the world’s largest disaster restoration company. For over a decade, BELFOR Franchise Group has empowered entrepreneurs by offering industry-leading training, support and equipment, turnkey business models, and ongoing coaching and business development.

BELFOR Franchise Group is the parent organization for 13 of the strongest service-based franchise opportunities for home and commercial cleaning and restoration. The franchise brands include: 1-800-BOARDUP, 1-800 WATER DAMAGE, Blue Kangaroo Packoutz, Chem-Dry & Upholstery Cleaning, COOL-BINZ, DUCTZ International, HOODZ International, N-Hance Wood Refinishing, The Patch Boys, redbox+ Dumpsters, Safer Home Services, WINMAR, and Z PLUMBERZ.

For more information, please visit belforfranchisegroup.com.

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