Plaster walls behind the range
Plaster walls make studs harder to find and easier to chip. We mark the framing first so the wall plate lands on solid wood.
Serving Berwyn & nearby Oak Park, Chicago
Microwave Installation in Berwyn, IL
Over-the-range, drawer and built-in microwaves installed in Berwyn: anchored into the wall, bolted to the cabinet and vented the right way.
- Serving Berwyn ZIP 60402
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Microwave installs we take on in Berwyn
An over-the-range microwave is heavy, hangs in front of a hot cooktop and doubles as the exhaust fan, so how it's hung matters. In Berwyn we fasten the wall plate into studs, bolt the top through the cabinet, set the blower for your vent path and check the outlet before the unit goes up.
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.
Microwave above a pro-style or high-output range
Wide professional ranges often need more ventilation than a microwave can offer. We read both installation guides before recommending a setup.
Built-in microwave with a trim kit
A countertop model can look built in when it goes into a wall cabinet with the maker's trim kit. We cut or size the opening so the trim covers it cleanly.
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.
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.
Duct that doesn't line up with the new unit
If the duct is undersized, crushed or blocked, we tell you before install so the fan isn't pushing against a dead end.
Old microwave swap where the holes don't line up
Even same-width models use different mounting points. The old plate comes off, the new template goes up and fresh holes are drilled into the studs and cabinet.
Included with the install
- Pre-install checkMeasurements, power and venting are checked against the installation instructions.
- Outlet and circuitA receptacle in the cabinet above or behind the drawer, on a dedicated circuit when the maker calls for one, added 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 templateHoles for the top bolts, the power cord and a top vent cut through the cabinet bottom.
- Blower set and duct connectedThe fan is set for outside venting through the wall or roof, or for recirculation with a filter.
- Unit hung and boltedThe unit is hooked on the bracket, bolted from above and checked for level.
- Drawer and built-in cutoutsCutouts framed for drawer and trim-kit models so they sit flush.
Options to choose from
Low-profile over-the-range modelsShorter units that leave more room above the burners where cabinets are low.
Venting partsDamper, duct transitions, charcoal filters and wall or roof caps.
Microwave drawersDrawer units set in a base cabinet, reachable without lifting dishes overhead.
Convection and air-fry combosMicrowaves that also bake, crisp or air-fry, available in over-the-range and built-in styles.
Built-in and trim-kit microwavesUnits framed into cabinetry so they look part of the kitchen.
Before and after: kitchens near Berwyn
Before
Installed
DetailBerwyn kitchen, brick bungalow from the 1920s: microwave installation
The site: a brick bungalow from the 1920s near Depot District. What we started with: an almond range and refrigerator. What bothered the owners most: an old range hood that barely moved any air. The result: a new over-the-range microwave installed above the range and vented. The job covered pre-install check, studs located and wall plate mounted, plus unit hung and bolted.
Before
AfterAn Oak Park vintage courtyard condo: before and after
The site: a vintage courtyard condo near Gunderson Historic District. The kitchen as it was: black appliances. The reason for the call: an over-the-range unit that sagged off its bracket. After: a new over-the-range microwave installed above the range and vented. The job covered cabinet drilled to the template, unit hung and bolted, plus drawer and built-in cutouts.
Microwave Installation in Oak Park →
Before
AfterMicrowave Installation in a 1990s two-story colonial, Oak Brook
A 1990s two-story colonial in Oak Brook, a typical kitchen for Oak Brook. The kitchen as it was: black appliances. The main complaint was a microwave that had stopped working over the range. Finished kitchen: a new over-the-range microwave installed above the range and vented. Work included outlet and circuit, blower set and duct connected, plus drawer and built-in cutouts.
Microwave Installation in Oak Brook →
Before
AfterA Berwyn prewar brick bungalow: before and after
Finished: soft sage-green inset-style cabinets with unlacquered brass hardware, honed white marble-look quartz counters, a white handmade-look square tile backsplash, restored oak strip floor and schoolhouse pendant lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Berwyn →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a brick bungalow from the 1920s in Berwyn
Finished: the same doors sprayed in soft white, new matte black pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Berwyn →Install day
- Send the model and photosTell us which microwave you bought and show us where it goes.
- Fit and power checkClearances, power and duct are checked against the installation guide.
- Written estimateA clear written price with electrical or cabinet changes listed separately.
- Install and testWe hang it, connect it, run it and take the old one away.
Microwave Installation questions from Berwyn homeowners
How long does microwave installation take?
A replacement over the range often takes a couple of hours. Jobs with a new outlet, new duct or cabinet cutout take longer.
Can you put a microwave drawer in my island?
Usually, if there's a base cabinet of the right width and power can reach it. We cut the opening and add the outlet.
What size over-the-range microwave fits my kitchen?
Most are made for a standard range opening, but height and depth vary. We measure the space under the cabinet and the cooktop clearance.
How high should an over-the-range microwave be above the stove?
Each maker sets a minimum distance from the cooktop to the bottom of the microwave. We follow that number, which also depends on the cabinet height.
How much does microwave installation cost?
It depends on the type of microwave, whether a hood or old unit comes down, and any outlet, venting or cabinet changes. We give a written, itemized estimate after looking at your setup.
Berwyn building permit for microwave installation: where do I apply?
Permits go through Building Department, City of Berwyn, phone 708-788-2660. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a Berwyn-registered contractor for microwave installation?
Contractors must be licensed and bonded with Berwyn; $10,000 surety bond and liability insurance naming the City per license (per licensing form. We take care of that before work starts.
Can Berwyn bulk pickup take my old appliance or cabinets?
Hauler SBC Waste Solutions; free scheduled bulk/appliance special collection, one large item per household weekly. If you'd rather not deal with it, we haul old units and debris away.
Do I need a permit for microwave installation in Berwyn?
It depends on the scope. Berwyn's rule in short: City permit list includes any kitchen and bathroom remodeling, all electrical work, and plumbing/sewer work (faucet or toilet replacement excluded). We handle the permit when one is needed with Building Department, City of Berwyn.
Do you work in my part of Berwyn?
Yes. Our crews work across Berwyn, including South Berwyn, South Oak Park area, Depot District, LaVergne — ZIP 60402 — and nearby Oak Park, Chicago, Oak Brook.
Working in Berwyn
- Most Berwyn homes are prewar. We work around plaster walls, radiators and out-of-square rooms every week.
- Most Berwyn homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Live in the Central Berwyn Bungalow Historic District? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
South BerwynSouth Oak Park areaDepot DistrictLaVergneOgden Avenue
ZIP 60402
Microwave Installation nearby
Other kitchen services in Berwyn
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.