1970s hood on an old duct
A 1970s hood swap usually turns up a small, greasy duct and a damper that no longer closes. Those get replaced with the hood.
Serving Bloomingdale & nearby Roselle, Glendale Heights
Range Hood Installation in Bloomingdale, IL
We install under-cabinet, wall chimney, island and insert range hoods in Bloomingdale, ducted outside wherever the house allows.
- Installers working in Bloomingdale ZIP 60108
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Range hood installs we handle in Bloomingdale
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 Bloomingdale where the duct can run, what the wiring needs and whether the village wants a permit, before you order.
Island hood over a new island cooktop
Island cooktops lose smoke to cross drafts. We mount a ceiling hood sized for the cooktop and run the duct across or between the joists to the outside.
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.
Swapping an over-the-range microwave for a hood
Microwave vents capture far less than a real hood. We remove the microwave, check the duct and install a hood that fits the space.
Duct too small for the new hood
Many older hoods ran on a small round or rectangular duct. A stronger hood often calls for a larger duct, and squeezing it into the old one makes it loud and weak.
Gas range that needs stronger ventilation
Cooking on gas puts more into the kitchen air than electric or induction does. A ducted hood with enough capture area and airflow is the right match.
Hood that vents into the attic or soffit
We sometimes find an old hood ending in the attic with no cap at all. The duct is carried through to the outdoors and fitted with a damper.
Custom hood cover that needs an insert
Built-in hood covers look like cabinetry, but the insert inside still has to be sized and ducted properly. We handle that part.
What the install includes
- Site check and sizingCooktop width, fuel type and duct path are checked before a model is chosen.
- Permit and approvalsPermits, condo approvals and any makeup-air requirement are confirmed up front.
- Blocking and mountingMounting points set at the height in the maker's instructions.
- Duct runRigid smooth metal duct sized to the hood outlet, joints sealed with foil tape and supported.
- Wall cap or roof jackExterior wall cap or roof jack with a backdraft damper, flashed and sealed against weather.
- Electrical connectionPower brought to the hood and connected per the maker's instructions.
- Recirculating setupDuctless installs get the maker's charcoal filter kit and a clear plan for replacing it.
Models, parts and fittings
Wall chimney hoodsWall-mounted hoods with a tall cover, often used where there is no cabinet above the range.
Under-cabinet hoodsHoods that mount under a wall cabinet, with the duct running up through the cabinet or out the back.
Internal and remote blowersA remote blower moves the motor away from the cooktop for a quieter hood.
Island hoodsHoods suspended above an island, supported from the ceiling framing.
Inserts and linersFan units built into a custom wood, plaster or metal hood cover.
Range Hood Installation before and after — Bloomingdale homes
Before
Installed
DetailBloomingdale kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: range hood installation
A 1990s two-story colonial near Old Town Bloomingdale, a typical kitchen for Bloomingdale. The kitchen as it was: black appliances and golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above. The main complaint was an old hood that was loud and pulled very little air. After: a new stainless chimney range hood ducted to the outside. The job covered permit and approvals, electrical connection, plus recirculating setup.
Before
AfterRoselle kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: range hood installation
A 1990s two-story colonial in Roselle, a typical kitchen for Roselle. What we started with: white appliances and white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim. The reason for the call: a recirculating hood that left the kitchen smoky. After: a new stainless chimney range hood ducted to the outside. On site this meant site check and sizing, duct run, plus wall cap or roof jack.
Range Hood Installation in Roselle →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1990s two-story colonial, Bloomingdale
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 Bloomingdale →
Before
AfterBloomingdale kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen cabinet painting
Finished: the same doors sprayed in creamy white uppers and navy lowers, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Bloomingdale →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 estimateA clear written price with duct and electrical work listed separately.
- Install and testWe install, test the airflow and clean up the same day in most cases.
Range Hood Installation questions from Bloomingdale homeowners
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.
Who installs a range hood: a plumber, an electrician or a contractor?
Usually not a plumber. A hood install combines carpentry, ductwork and electrical work, which is what our crews handle, with an electrician for any new circuit.
Can a range hood vent into the attic?
Never. We carry the duct through to an exterior termination.
What size range hood do I need?
Width should usually be at least the width of the cooktop, and more over a gas or pro-style range. Fan capacity is chosen along with the duct size.
Can I duct a hood outside in my Bloomingdale condo?
Many condo boards must approve any exterior penetration. If it's not allowed, a recirculating hood is the option.
Does Bloomingdale require a licensed electrician for range hood installation?
A license is required depending on permit type; electrical is listed among the trade licenses. New circuits and wiring are done by licensed electricians.
Do I need a Bloomingdale-registered contractor for range hood installation?
No registration application or fee to work as a contractor in Bloomingdale. Permit submittals need a detailed written scope of work. We take care of that before work starts.
Bloomingdale building permit for range hood installation: where do I apply?
Permits go through Building & Zoning Department, phone (630) 671-5660. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Which Bloomingdale office signs off on hood work?
Bloomingdale Fire Protection District No. We schedule the inspection and have the paperwork ready.
Do you work in my part of Bloomingdale?
Yes. Our crews work across Bloomingdale, including Old Town Bloomingdale — ZIP 60108 — and nearby Roselle, Glendale Heights, Carol Stream.
Working in Bloomingdale
- A lot of Bloomingdale kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Bloomingdale homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
Old Town Bloomingdale
ZIP 60108
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Other kitchen services in Bloomingdale
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.