Old microwave swap where the holes don't line up
Replacing one over-the-range microwave with another sounds like a straight swap, but the bracket and bolt pattern change between brands. We redo both so the new unit hangs tight.
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Microwave Installation in Batavia, IL
Over-the-range, drawer and built-in microwaves installed in Batavia: anchored into the wall, bolted to the cabinet and vented the right way.
- Installers working in Batavia ZIP 60510, 60539
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Microwave installs we take on in Batavia
Most microwave calls we get in Batavia are one of three jobs: a new over-the-range unit replacing an old one or a hood, a drawer model going into an island, or a built-in with a trim kit set into a wall cabinet. Each has its own cutout, power and venting needs, and we sort those out first.
Not enough height above the range
Low cabinets above the stove are common in older layouts. We check the clearance against the installation guide and suggest a low-profile unit or a hood when it falls short.
No outlet in the cabinet above
Makers usually call for a dedicated circuit and an outlet in the upper cabinet. Where the kitchen lacks it, the wiring is added first and the microwave goes up after.
Should it vent outside or recirculate?
Microwaves ship ready for outside venting or recirculation, and the blower often has to be rotated for your setup. We match it to the duct you have.
Moving the microwave off the counter
A countertop microwave eats prep space. Mounting one over the range, under the counter or inside a cabinet gives that space back.
Cabinet above that's the wrong width or depth
Microwaves are bolted up through the cabinet bottom, so that panel has to be sound and placed where the template says. We reinforce or rework it when it isn't.
Microwave drawer in an island or base cabinet
A drawer microwave slides into a base cabinet cutout below the counter, and the island needs an outlet behind it. We prepare the opening and secure the unit flush.
Microwave that sags, wobbles or pulls away from the wall
A loose over-the-range unit is a hazard over a hot range. We check the top bolts and the plate, then rehang it with screws into solid wood.
Included with the install
- Pre-install checkWe compare the model's guide with your cabinet width, cooktop clearance, outlet location and duct.
- Outlet and circuitPower where the new unit needs it, with any new circuit wired by a licensed electrician.
- Studs located and wall plate mountedThe mounting plate is leveled and screwed into studs per the template.
- Cabinet drilled to the templateThe upper cabinet is marked and drilled so the bolts and cord line up.
- Blower set and duct connectedWe orient the blower for your vent path and seal the connection to the duct.
- Drawer and built-in cutoutsCutouts framed for drawer and trim-kit models so they sit flush.
- Testing and haul-awayWe run the microwave, the fan at each speed and the light, then take the old unit and packaging away.
What to pick before the install
Microwave drawersDrawer units set in a base cabinet, reachable without lifting dishes overhead.
Venting partsThe pieces that connect the microwave to the outside or set it up to recirculate.
Low-profile over-the-range modelsSlimmer microwaves for kitchens with limited space over the range.
Convection and air-fry combosMicrowaves that also bake, crisp or air-fry, available in over-the-range and built-in styles.
Over-the-range microwavesMicrowaves with a built-in exhaust fan and light that mount above the range.
What the work looks like in Batavia homes
Before
Installed
DetailBatavia kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: microwave installation
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial in Batavia. What we started with: almond appliances. What bothered the owners most: an old range hood that barely moved any air. Finished kitchen: a new over-the-range microwave installed above the range and vented. On site this meant cabinet drilled to the template, blower set and duct connected, plus testing and haul-away.
Before
AfterAn Aurora 1980s two-story: before and after
A 1980s two-story near West Side, a typical kitchen for Aurora. Before: black appliances. The reason for the call: a microwave that had stopped working over the range. After: a new over-the-range microwave installed above the range and vented. The job covered outlet and circuit, cabinet drilled to the template, plus blower set and duct connected.
Microwave Installation in Aurora →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1980s two-story, Batavia
What changed: cabinets in pale sage with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, light oak hardwood flooring and black cage pendants and slim recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Batavia →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Batavia
Finished: the same doors sprayed in forest green, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Batavia →Install day
- Send the model and photosTell us which microwave you bought and show us where it goes.
- Fit and power checkWe confirm clearance, cabinet size, outlet and vent path, and list anything that must change first.
- Written estimateAn itemized estimate covering removal, mounting, venting and any outlet or cabinet work.
- Install and testOld unit down, new one mounted and vented, everything tested and the old microwave hauled off.
Microwave Installation questions from Batavia homeowners
Do I need an electrician to install an over-the-range microwave?
Only when the power isn't ready. We check for the outlet and circuit before install day and arrange the wiring if needed.
Is a microwave enough ventilation over a gas range?
For everyday cooking it often is, especially vented outside. For heavy searing or a high-output range, a hood moves more air.
Will you take the old microwave or hood away?
We do. Removal and haul-away are part of the job.
How high should an over-the-range microwave be above the stove?
It depends on the model's installation guide and your upper cabinet. We measure before you buy so it fits with the required clearance.
Does the wall plate have to go into studs?
It should. Drywall anchors alone are why some microwaves start to sag.
Does microwave installation need a Batavia building permit, and who files it?
Permits go through City of Batavia Community & Economic Development - Building Division, phone 630-454-2700. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
What happens to the old appliance in Batavia?
Refrigerators (doors removed), water heaters (drained) and dishwashers set out by calling hauler 630-587-8282 at least one day ahead, one refuse sticker each. Freon appliances arranged through the hauler. If you'd rather not deal with it, we haul old units and debris away.
Do I need a permit for microwave installation in Batavia?
It depends on the scope. Batavia's rule in short: Building permits are required for all construction; a Residential Alteration handout is available. We handle the permit when one is needed with City of Batavia Community & Economic Development - Building Division.
Do you work in my part of Batavia?
Yes. Our crews work across Batavia — ZIP 60510, 60539 — and nearby Geneva, St. Charles, West Chicago.
Working in Batavia
- A lot of Batavia kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Batavia homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Live in the Downtown Historic District? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
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Other kitchen services in Batavia
Dishwasher InstallationOld unit out, new dishwasher connected, leveled and leak-tested.
Oven, Range & Cooktop InstallationGas and electric ranges, wall ovens and cooktops, safely connected.
Built-In Refrigerator InstallationBuilt-in and panel-ready fridges fitted flush, anchored and connected.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.