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Our general contracting division manages the full scope of commercial building projects — from initial drawings and structural engineering through city permit submission and final sign-off.

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Hood Builder's experts for design, build, and maintenance services.

Hood Builder has managed restaurant construction and design-build projects for recognized brands including Pizza Hut, McDonald's, British Airways, 3M, and Starbucks. For over 35 years, our team of architects, engineers, and general contractors has delivered commercial projects on time, within budget, and built to last.

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Full-Service General Contracting for Restaurants & Commercial Facilities

A successful restaurant construction project starts with a clear vision and a team that can execute every phase without handing the job off to strangers. Hood Builder is that team. We manage every trade — carpentry, paint, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, structural, and fire protection — under one contract, one timeline, and one point of accountability.

Our approach is built on three principles:

  • Transparent communication — honest bids, detailed project scopes, and regular updates at every milestone
  • Schedule discipline — we know your opening date matters more than anything, and we plan accordingly
  • Clean jobsites — we leave every project site clean and organized. No exceptions.

Our General Contracting Services

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Architectural Drawing

Every successful build starts with accurate, code-compliant drawings. Hood Builder's architectural team produces complete sets of drawings for commercial restaurants and food service facilities — from initial concept sketches through permit-ready construction documents. Architectural drawing services include:

  • Kitchen layouts and commercial kitchen drawings
  • Lighting plans and load calculations
  • Equipment electrical connection drawings
  • Fire alarm and suppression system electrical drawings
  • As-built documentation after construction
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Electrical Drawing

Modern restaurants run on complex electrical systems — from lighting and POS infrastructure to commercial kitchen equipment and fire suppression controls. Hood Builder produces detailed electrical drawings that meet NEC and local code requirements, and we coordinate directly with the AHJ to ensure permit approval. Electrical drawing services include:

  • Electrical layout and panel schedules
  • Lighting plans and load calculations
  • Equipment electrical connection drawings
  • Fire alarm and suppression system electrical drawings
  • As-built documentation after construction
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Fire Suppression System Drawing

  • Fire suppression system drawings must be engineered to the specific layout of your kitchen equipment — not templated. Hood Builder's fire protection engineers produce NFPA 96-compliant suppression system drawings for every major brand: Ansul, Buckeye, Pyrochem, Amerex, and Range Guard. Drawing services include system layout, nozzle placement, cylinder location, agent flow calculations, and gas shutoff integration diagrams.
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Mechanical Drawing

Mechanical drawings cover the HVAC, ventilation, make-up air, and ductwork systems that keep your kitchen running. Hood Builder's mechanical engineers use 2D CAD and 3D drafting to document systems with precision — from abstract sketches through fully detailed construction drawings. Mechanical drawing services include:

  • HVAC system layouts and equipment schedules
  • Ductwork routing and sizing drawings
  • Make-up air and exhaust fan specifications
  • Piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)
  • 2D and 3D CAD drafting
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Plumbing Services

No commercial kitchen is fully operational without a properly designed plumbing system. Hood Builder's plumbing technicians handle everything from new installation and gas line layout to drain cleaning, leak repair, and water heater service. Plumbing services include:

  • New commercial plumbing installation
  • Gas line design and installation
  • Drain cleaning and clog clearing
  • Water heater installation and replacement
  • Water leak detection and repair
  • Toilet and faucet installation
  • Sewer line replacement
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Structural Engineering

Every commercial restaurant is built on a structural system that has to handle load, meet code, and stand for decades. Hood Builder's structural engineers design and analyze the foundations, beams, columns, and load-bearing walls of your facility — ensuring sustainability, safety, and regulatory compliance from the ground up. Structural engineering services include:

  • New building structural design
  • Condition assessments and rehabilitation engineering
  • Building performance analysis
  • Sustainability design
  • Property inspections
  • Land planning
  • Project management
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Grease Trap Services

  • Grease traps are a code requirement for virtually every commercial kitchen — and a maintenance necessity. Hood Builder installs, cleans, and services grease traps for restaurants of all sizes. A properly maintained grease trap prevents drain blockages, health code violations, and costly plumbing repairs.
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Recent General Contracting Projects

ProjectScopeLocation
Summit Burger — New BuildFull Design-Build — Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, PlumbingFort Collins, CO
Marriott Convention CenterCommercial Kitchen Construction + Structural AssessmentDenver, CO
Rocky Mountain High SchoolCafeteria Build-Out — Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Suppression DrawingAurora, CO
Westside SmokehouseRenovation — Architectural Drawing + General ContractingDenver, CO
Zoe's Mediterranean KitchenKitchen Remodel — Plumbing + Mechanical DrawingBoulder, CO
University of Denver Dining HallStructural Rehab + Grease Trap UpgradeDenver, CO

What OurClients Are Saying

We measure success by the relationships we build and the results we deliver. See what clients say about working with our team.

Blake Rienhardt — Hood Builder client testimonial

As you say, you are a one-stop shop. Had our duct repaired and had our system checked with our hood cleaning. We had everything done in one day

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They put me a new Air Extractor. What a difference ! Thank you (Original) Me pusieron un nuevo Extractor de Aire. Que diferencia ! Gracias

Thomas LozoyaThomas Lozoya

Been with Massoud's companies for years. Didn't realize they also did construction work. I had my duct system upgraded by hoodbuilder...

Jamie RobertsonJamie Robertson

They are well professionals. Thanks for fixing my hood and duct. (Original) Son bien professionals. Gracias por arreglar me campana y ducto

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General Contracting FAQs

Design-build means one team handles both the design (drawings, engineering) and the construction. You get a single point of accountability, tighter coordination between trades, fewer RFIs, and faster project delivery. It also eliminates the finger-pointing that happens when the designer and contractor are different companies.

We maintain emergency response capability for urgent commercial kitchen and restaurant issues — including equipment failures, gas leaks, plumbing emergencies, and fire suppression system problems. Our team can mobilize quickly to assess the situation, make safe temporary repairs, and develop a permanent fix that keeps your operation running with minimal downtime.

Yes. Hood Builder manages the full permitting process on your behalf — from submitting architectural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing drawings to coordinating inspections with the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). We track every approval milestone so your project stays on schedule and code-compliant from start to finish.

In most cases, yes. We phase construction work to minimize disruption to your daily operations — scheduling noisy or disruptive tasks during off-hours, isolating work zones, and maintaining safe access for staff and customers. We coordinate closely with your team to keep the kitchen and dining areas functional throughout the project.

Our architectural drawings are permit-ready construction documents — not concept sketches. They include complete kitchen layouts, equipment schedules, lighting plans, fire alarm and suppression integration, and as-built documentation after construction. Every drawing set is produced to meet local code requirements and is coordinated across all trades before submission.

Yes. Hood Builder designs and installs commercial gas line systems for restaurant kitchens — including routing, sizing, shutoff valve placement, and integration with fire suppression systems. Our plumbing and mechanical teams coordinate gas line layouts with your kitchen equipment plan to ensure safe, code-compliant installation.

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Resources for Restaurant Owners & Operators

Best Restaurant General Contracting Services in Denver

What separates a great general contractor from an average one — and what to look for before you sign a contract.

Electrical Drawing for Modern Restaurants: What You Need to Know

A breakdown of commercial electrical drawing requirements, common mistakes, and how to ensure permit approval on the first submission.

Commercial Grease Trap Cleaning: Why It Matters and How Often You Need It

Health code requirements, blockage risks, and how to set up a maintenance schedule that keeps you compliant year-round.

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