1960s hood on an old duct
A 1960s hood swap usually turns up a small, greasy duct and a damper that no longer closes. Those get replaced with the hood.
Serving Addison & nearby Wood Dale, Itasca
Range Hood Installation in Addison, IL
We install under-cabinet, wall chimney, island and insert range hoods in Addison, ducted outside wherever the house allows.
- Serving Addison ZIP 60101
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Range hood installs we handle in Addison
Swapping a tired hood for a new one can be a short job, and adding a hood where there was none takes more planning. Either way, we work out in Addison where the duct can run, what the wiring needs and whether the village wants a permit, before you order.
Gas range that needs stronger ventilation
Gas burners add combustion byproducts and heat to the air, so a gas range usually calls for more capacity than an electric cooktop. We size the fan and duct together.
High-CFM hood and makeup air
A big fan in a well-sealed home can backdraft a water heater or furnace flue. We confirm what your village requires and plan makeup air when it applies.
Hood too narrow for the cooktop
A hood narrower than the burners lets smoke roll past its edges. We usually match the cooktop width at a minimum, and go wider over gas or pro-style ranges.
Hood that vents into the attic or soffit
Venting into a soffit or attic space only moves the problem out of sight. The exhaust has to terminate outside the building envelope.
Custom hood cover that needs an insert
If your cabinetmaker built a decorative hood, the working part is a hood insert. We fit it, duct it outside and wire it to the switch.
Island hood over a new island cooktop
An island hood hangs in open air, so it needs a wider canopy, solid ceiling blocking and a duct route through the joists. We plan the route before the ceiling is opened.
Long duct run with many elbows
Every elbow and every foot of duct cuts airflow. We plan the most direct route to the outside and use as few turns as the framing allows.
What the install includes
- Permit and approvalsWe find out whether the village needs a mechanical permit for a new duct penetration and pull it when it does.
- Blocking and mountingSolid wood blocking added in the wall or ceiling so the hood is anchored to framing.
- Duct runA short, direct duct with as few elbows as possible.
- Wall cap or roof jackExterior wall cap or roof jack with a backdraft damper, flashed and sealed against weather.
- Electrical connectionThe hood connected to a suitable circuit; new wiring or switches are run by an electrician.
- Recirculating setupWhere ducting outside isn't possible, a recirculating kit with charcoal filters is installed.
- Test and cleanupWe run the hood, confirm the damper opens and closes, and haul away the old unit.
What to pick before the install
Under-cabinet hoodsHoods that mount under a wall cabinet, with the duct running up through the cabinet or out the back.
Duct, caps and dampersRigid galvanized or stainless duct, wall caps and roof jacks with backdraft dampers.
Ducted vs recirculatingDucted hoods send air outside; recirculating hoods filter it through charcoal and return it to the room.
Internal and remote blowersA remote blower moves the motor away from the cooktop for a quieter hood.
Wall chimney hoodsA canopy on the wall with a chimney cover hiding the duct up to the ceiling.
Range Hood Installation before and after — Addison homes
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Installed
DetailBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Addison
A 1990s two-story colonial in Addison, a typical kitchen for Addison. Before: black appliances and golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above. What bothered the owners most: cooking smells that stayed in the house for hours. After: a new stainless chimney range hood ducted to the outside. On site this meant wall cap or roof jack, recirculating setup, plus test and cleanup.
Before
AfterAn Itasca 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
A 1990s two-story colonial near Itasca Historical District, a typical kitchen for Itasca. The kitchen as it was: white appliances and white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim. What bothered the owners most: a recirculating hood that left the kitchen smoky. The result: a new stainless chimney range hood ducted to the outside. The job covered blocking and mounting, duct run, plus recirculating setup.
Range Hood Installation in Itasca →
Before
AfterVilla Park kitchen, 1980s two-story: range hood installation
The site: a 1980s two-story in Villa Park. Before: almond appliances and honey-oak cathedral raised-panel cabinets with worn finish near the handles, brass knobs. The main complaint was an old hood that was loud and barely pulled any air. The result: a new stainless chimney range hood ducted to the outside. Work included permit and approvals, duct run, plus recirculating setup.
Range Hood Installation in Villa Park →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a postwar Cape Cod, Addison
Cabinets in dark teal with brushed nickel bar pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a white 2x8 tile in a vertical stack backsplash, hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Addison →
Before
AfterAn Addison 1960s ranch: before and after
Finished: the same doors sprayed in deep navy, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Addison →Install day
- Photos and modelTell us what you cook on and show us the space; a model number helps.
- Duct route and sizingWe decide where the duct can run and which hood fits that route.
- Written estimateAn itemized estimate for the hood install, duct, exterior cap, wiring and any permit.
- Install and testHood mounted, ducted and wired, then every speed tested and the damper checked.
Range Hood Installation questions from Addison homeowners
Can I install a range hood myself?
Some do. The hard parts are cutting through the exterior, sealing the cap and sizing the duct, and those are the parts that cause leaks and weak airflow.
How high should a range hood be above the stove?
There's no single number. We mount it at the height the hood and range makers call for, adjusted for your ceiling and your height.
Who installs a range hood: a plumber, an electrician or a contractor?
It's mostly a ventilation and carpentry job with an electrical connection. We do the mounting and ducting and bring in an electrician when new wiring is needed.
Can a range hood vent into the attic?
Never. We carry the duct through to an exterior termination.
How many CFM does my range hood need?
There's no one answer. Gas, pro-style burners and heavy searing push it up; induction and light cooking need less.
Addison building permit for range hood installation: where do I apply?
Permits go through Community Development Department (Building & Zoning), phone (630) 693-7530. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a Addison-registered contractor for range hood installation?
Addison does not require contractor registration, but trade licenses and a Letter of Intent must be submitted with each permit application. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for range hood installation in Addison?
It depends on the scope. Addison's rule in short: Addison's Building Division states building permits are required by code for all work; most applications are reviewed within 10 business days through the online portal. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department (Building & Zoning).
Do you work in my part of Addison?
Yes. Our crews work across Addison — ZIP 60101 — and nearby Wood Dale, Itasca, Villa Park.
Working in Addison
- A lot of Addison kitchens date from the 1960s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Addison homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community Development Department (Building & Zoning) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60101
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Other kitchen services in Addison
Range Hood RepairFans, motors, switches, lights and rattles on kitchen range hoods.
Oven, Range & Cooktop InstallationGas and electric ranges, wall ovens and cooktops, safely connected.
Kitchen Electrical WorkNew circuits and outlets for kitchen appliances.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.