Convection or air-fry microwave on an old circuit
Combination microwaves with convection or air-fry modes are heavier and can draw more power. We check the circuit rating against the model before it goes up.
Serving Elmhurst & nearby Villa Park, Lombard
Microwave Installation in Elmhurst, IL
Over-the-range, drawer and built-in microwaves installed in Elmhurst: anchored into the wall, bolted to the cabinet and vented the right way.
- Serving Elmhurst ZIP 60126
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Microwave installs we take on in Elmhurst
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 Elmhurst 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.
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 that sags, wobbles or pulls away from the wall
Gaps behind a microwave or a door that drops when opened usually mean the original install missed the studs. We take it down and fasten it properly.
Microwave drawer in an island or base cabinet
Putting a microwave drawer in the island keeps it within reach for kids and away from the cooktop. We build the cutout to the maker's spec and run power to it.
Duct that doesn't line up with the new unit
Rear-venting through the wall and top-venting through the cabinet need different paths. We line up the microwave's outlet with your duct and seal the joint.
Microwave above a pro-style or high-output range
Some makers don't allow an over-the-range microwave above high-output gas burners, and a microwave fan moves less air than a hood. We check the range's guide first.
Over-the-range microwave replacing a range hood
When the old range hood comes down, we cap its wiring, have a plug-in outlet put in the cabinet above and connect the microwave's exhaust to the existing vent where it lines up.
No outlet in the cabinet above
Over-the-range models plug into a receptacle inside the cabinet overhead. If yours has none, a licensed electrician adds one, often on its own circuit as the maker asks.
What the install includes
- Pre-install checkWe compare the model's guide with your cabinet width, cooktop clearance, outlet location and duct.
- Old unit or hood removedThe old microwave or range hood is taken down, its wiring made safe and the bracket removed.
- 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 connectedThe fan is set for outside venting through the wall or roof, or for recirculation with a filter.
- Drawer and built-in cutoutsBase or wall cabinet openings sized to the maker's spec, with support and trim kits fitted.
- Testing and haul-awayWe run the microwave, the fan at each speed and the light, then take the old unit and packaging away.
Options to choose from
Built-in and trim-kit microwavesUnits framed into cabinetry so they look part of the kitchen.
Over-the-range microwavesMicrowaves with a built-in exhaust fan and light that mount above the range.
Microwave drawersDrawer units set in a base cabinet, reachable without lifting dishes overhead.
Convection and air-fry combosMulti-mode microwaves that can stand in for a second oven.
Venting partsThe pieces that connect the microwave to the outside or set it up to recirculate.
Kitchens like yours in Elmhurst: before and after
Before
Installed
DetailBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Elmhurst
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial in Elmhurst. What we started with: white appliances. What bothered the owners most: a weak hood and a microwave stuck on the counter. Finished kitchen: a new over-the-range microwave installed above the range and vented. The job covered pre-install check, blower set and duct connected, plus testing and haul-away.
Before
AfterVilla Park kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: microwave installation
A 1990s two-story colonial in Villa Park, a typical kitchen for Villa Park. Before: almond appliances. The reason for the call: an old range hood that barely moved any air. After: a new over-the-range microwave installed above the range and vented. The job covered old unit or hood removed, blower set and duct connected, plus drawer and built-in cutouts.
Microwave Installation in Villa Park →
Before
AfterMicrowave Installation in a suburban townhome, Lombard
This one is a suburban townhome in Lombard. The kitchen as it was: white appliances. What bothered the owners most: an old hood and a countertop microwave eating prep space. The result: a new over-the-range microwave installed above the range and vented. On site this meant pre-install check, studs located and wall plate mounted, plus cabinet drilled to the template.
Microwave Installation in Lombard →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1950s ranch in Elmhurst
Finished: 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 Elmhurst →
Before
AfterKitchen Cabinet Painting in a 1950s ranch, Elmhurst
Finished: the same doors sprayed in creamy white uppers and navy lowers, new brushed nickel bar pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Elmhurst →How the install goes
- 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 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 Elmhurst homeowners
How high should an over-the-range microwave be above the stove?
The maker's instructions give the minimum. Too low is unsafe over a hot range, so we check it on the visit.
Is a microwave enough ventilation over a gas range?
It depends on how you cook. An over-the-range microwave clears light steam; a dedicated hood does more.
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.
Can you put a microwave drawer in my island?
Yes in most cases. The island cabinet is adjusted to the maker's cutout and a receptacle is installed behind the drawer.
How long does microwave installation take?
It depends on the prep. We give you the schedule with the estimate.
What is the Elmhurst building department phone number?
Permits go through Community Development Department (Building), phone 630-530-3030. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a permit for microwave installation in Elmhurst?
It depends on the scope. Elmhurst's rule in short: Elmhurst requires permits for building and construction projects; all permits are applied for through the City's Citizen Self-Service Portal. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department (Building).
Do you work in my part of Elmhurst?
Yes. Our crews work across Elmhurst — ZIP 60126 — and nearby Villa Park, Lombard, Addison.
Working in Elmhurst
- A lot of Elmhurst kitchens date from the 1950s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Elmhurst homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community Development Department (Building) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60126
Microwave Installation nearby
Other kitchen services in Elmhurst
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.