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 Des Plaines & nearby Mount Prospect, Park Ridge
Range Hood Installation in Des Plaines, IL
We install under-cabinet, wall chimney, island and insert range hoods in Des Plaines, ducted outside wherever the house allows.
- Serving Des Plaines ZIP 60016, 60018
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Range hood installs we handle in Des Plaines
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 Des Plaines where the duct can run, what the wiring needs and whether the village wants a permit, before you order.
Swapping an over-the-range microwave for a hood
An over-the-range microwave is a weak ventilator. Replacing it with an under-cabinet or chimney hood is a common install for us.
Hood that vents into the attic or soffit
A kitchen hood should never dump into an attic, a soffit cavity or the space between joists. That moisture and grease end up in the framing. We extend the duct to a proper wall cap or roof jack.
High-CFM hood and makeup air
Bigger isn't always better. Above a certain airflow, many codes call for makeup air, so we size the hood to what you actually cook.
Old hood that only recirculates
If your current hood has no duct and just pushes air back toward you, the fix is usually a ducted replacement with a proper exterior cap.
Island hood over a new island cooktop
Ventilating an island takes more planning than a wall hood: ceiling support, joist direction and the path out all decide where the hood can go.
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
Pro-style gas ranges with high-output burners often need a larger hood and a bigger duct. We follow the range and hood makers' guidance.
What the install includes
- Site check and sizingWe measure the cooktop, the space above it and the possible duct routes, then size the hood.
- Removing the old hoodPower off, old hood disconnected and taken down, the old duct inspected or removed.
- Blocking and mountingSolid wood blocking added in the wall or ceiling so the hood is anchored to framing.
- Duct runRigid smooth metal duct sized to the hood outlet, joints sealed with foil tape and supported.
- Electrical connectionPower brought to the hood and connected per the maker's instructions.
- Recirculating setupWhere ducting outside isn't possible, a recirculating kit with charcoal filters is installed.
- Test and cleanupEvery fan speed and light tested, the damper checked from outside, the area cleaned up.
Models, parts and fittings
Ducted vs recirculatingDucted hoods send air outside; recirculating hoods filter it through charcoal and return it to the room.
Island hoodsCeiling-hung hoods for cooktops in an island, usually wider than the cooking surface.
Under-cabinet hoodsThe most common style, tucked under the upper cabinet above the range.
Inserts and linersFan units built into a custom wood, plaster or metal hood cover.
Wall chimney hoodsA canopy on the wall with a chimney cover hiding the duct up to the ceiling.
Before and after: kitchens near Des Plaines
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Installed
DetailRange Hood Installation in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Des Plaines
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Des Plaines. What we started with: 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. On site this meant electrical connection, recirculating setup, plus test and cleanup.
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s condo in Mount Prospect
The site: a 1980s condo in Mount Prospect. What we started with: white appliances and oak flat-panel cabinets. What bothered the owners most: a recirculating hood that left the kitchen smoky. Finished kitchen: 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 Mount Prospect →
Before
AfterPark Ridge kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: range hood installation
A 1990s two-story colonial in Park Ridge, a typical kitchen for Park Ridge. The kitchen as it was: white appliances and white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim. 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. Work included removing the old hood, electrical connection, plus test and cleanup.
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Before
AfterDes Plaines kitchen, postwar Cape Cod: kitchen remodeling
Cabinets in light butter yellow with satin brass pulls, creamy quartzite-look quartz counters, a green zellige-look tile backsplash, warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring and a flush drum fixture and under-cabinet lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Des Plaines →
Before
AfterA Des Plaines postwar bi-level: before and after
Finished: the same doors sprayed in pale sage, new polished nickel pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Des Plaines →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 Des Plaines homeowners
Can a range hood vent into the attic?
It shouldn't. Grease and moisture in an attic cause damage; the duct must end outside with a damper.
How many CFM does my range hood need?
It depends on the range type, the burner output and the duct you can run. Gas ranges need more than electric, and very high CFM can trigger makeup-air rules.
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.
What size range hood do I need?
Cover the full cooktop and size the fan to your range and duct. Island hoods usually need extra width.
Do I need makeup air for a big hood in Des Plaines?
Possibly. High-CFM hoods can trigger a makeup-air requirement under local code. We check with the village before you pick the hood.
Who inspects kitchen hoods and fire safety in Des Plaines?
Fire Prevention Division Chief, 847-391-5340. We schedule the inspection and have the paperwork ready.
Do I need a Des Plaines-registered contractor for range hood installation?
Contractors must register with the City (via the online portal); registrations expire Dec 31. We take care of that before work starts.
What does Des Plaines ask for on electrical work?
Electricians need a City contractor license and fees plus an Electrical Test Certificate. New circuits and wiring are done by licensed electricians.
Does range hood installation need a Des Plaines building permit, and who files it?
Permits go through Community and Economic Development Department - Building Division, phone 847-391-5380. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a permit for range hood installation in Des Plaines?
It depends on the scope. Des Plaines's rule in short: A building permit is required for any residential kitchen remodel; non-structural work uses the Kitchen/Bath Non-Structural permit ($150 fee, rough and final inspections). We handle the permit when one is needed with Community and Economic Development Department - Building Division.
Do you work in my part of Des Plaines?
Yes. Our crews work across Des Plaines — ZIP 60016, 60018 — and nearby Mount Prospect, Park Ridge, Elk Grove Village.
Working in Des Plaines
- A lot of Des Plaines kitchens date from the 1960s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Des Plaines homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community and Economic Development Department - Building Division handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
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Other kitchen services in Des Plaines
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.