Gas lines in older homes
In prewar kitchens the gas shutoff may be hard to reach or worn out. We have it replaced when needed so the new range can be isolated safely.
Serving Evanston & nearby Skokie, Glenview
Oven, Range & Cooktop Installation in Evanston, IL
We install gas and electric ranges, wall ovens and cooktops in Evanston, connected safely, leveled and checked before we go.
- Installers working in Evanston ZIP 60201, 60202, 60208
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Range, oven and cooktop installs we handle in Evanston
Swapping a stove sounds quick, and often it is. When it isn't, the reason is usually an old flex connector, a circuit too small for a new wall oven, or a cooktop cutout that doesn't match. We take care of those details in Evanston kitchens so the appliance works safely from day one.
Switching from gas to induction
Induction usually needs a 240-volt circuit with more capacity than an old outlet provides. An electrician checks the panel, runs the circuit and we cap the gas line at the valve.
Double wall oven on an undersized circuit
Older wiring to a wall oven is often too light for a modern double unit. We confirm the circuit and have it upgraded when needed.
Electric range with a mismatched cord or outlet
Older homes may have a three-prong range outlet while new ranges are set up for four-wire. We fit the correct cord for your wiring per the maker's instructions.
Switching from electric to gas
If there's no gas at the range today, a new branch line has to be run from the supply, pressure-tested and inspected before a gas range can go in.
Cooktop cutout in the wrong size
A new cooktop rarely matches the old hole. We enlarge laminate or wood openings, and stone cutouts are recut by a fabricator when needed.
Downdraft or venting questions
If the old hood is too small or only recirculates, a new range may be the moment to upgrade the ventilation as well.
Wall oven doesn't fit the old cabinet
Wall oven cutouts differ between makers and model years. We compare the new cutout spec with your cabinet and enlarge or fill the opening as needed.
What we hook up and check
- Supply and opening checkA check of gas valve or breaker, outlet type, cutout size and clearances.
- Cabinet and counter adjustmentsWall oven boxes and cooktop cutouts resized to the maker's spec when needed.
- Gas connectionNew flexible connector and fittings on the shutoff, made by a qualified installer to local code and leak-tested.
- Electrical connectionCord or hardwire connection to a circuit sized for the appliance; new circuits are run by an electrician.
- Anti-tip bracket and levelingBracket installed, feet adjusted until the oven racks sit level.
- Burner, element and oven testWe run the cooktop and oven so you see it working before we leave.
- Haul-away and cleanupWe remove the old unit, cartons and debris.
Options to choose from
Slide-in and front-control rangesRanges that sit flush with the cabinets and need a closer fit.
Gas and electric cooktopsCooktops set into the counter, often paired with a wall oven.
Induction cooktops and rangesElectric cooking with quick response and a cool glass top around the pan.
Single and double wall ovensWall ovens need the right cutout, support and a dedicated circuit.
Gas, electric and dual-fuelPick the fuel by what you cook and what your kitchen has; dual-fuel combines both.
Kitchens like yours in Evanston: before and after
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Installed
DetailOven, Range & Cooktop Installation in a prewar foursquare, Evanston
A prewar foursquare in Evanston, a typical kitchen for Evanston. The kitchen as it was: a white range and a white refrigerator. What bothered the owners most: a new range waiting to be connected. After: a new stainless range installed level with a new gas connector. On site this meant supply and opening check, anti-tip bracket and leveling, plus haul-away and cleanup.
Before
AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Skokie
A two-story colonial from the 1990s in Skokie, a typical kitchen for Skokie. The kitchen as it was: white appliances. What bothered the owners most: a new range waiting to be connected. After: a new stainless range installed level with a new gas connector. Work included supply and opening check, gas connection, plus anti-tip bracket and leveling.
Oven, Range & Cooktop Installation in Skokie →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Glenview
The site: a 1980s two-story near The Grove. What we started with: black appliances. The main complaint was an old stove that needed replacing. The result: a new stainless range installed level with a new gas connector. Work included gas connection, electrical connection, plus anti-tip bracket and leveling.
Oven, Range & Cooktop Installation in Glenview →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a prewar brick bungalow in Evanston
What changed: 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 Evanston →
Before
AfterKitchen Cabinet Painting in a 1920s bungalow, Evanston
Finished: the same doors sprayed in soft white, new matte black pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Evanston →Install day
- Model and photosTell us what you're installing, and show us the current hookup.
- Readiness checkWe confirm the gas supply or circuit, the cutout and the clearances, and flag any permit work.
- Written estimateAn itemized estimate for removal, installation, parts and any gas line or electrical work.
- Install and testOld unit out, new one connected, anchored, leveled and tested burner by burner.
Oven, Range & Cooktop Installation questions from Evanston homeowners
Do you install ranges and ovens I bought elsewhere?
Yes. We install appliances from any store or online seller.
What is an anti-tip bracket and do I need one?
Yes. It keeps a range from tipping when weight is put on an open oven door, and it's part of the maker's instructions.
How much does range or oven installation cost?
The fuel type, cutout work, new gas line or circuit and haul-away drive the price. We put it in writing after the visit.
Do I need a permit to install a gas range in Evanston?
Swapping a range onto an existing gas outlet often doesn't need one, but running a new gas line does. We confirm the Evanston rules before starting.
Does a gas range need to be professionally installed?
It's the safer route. Gas work is regulated, and a proper install includes a leak test and the anti-tip bracket.
Can you do range or oven installation in an Evanston condo?
Associations usually set rules for work hours, elevators, deliveries and insurance, and many require approval for plumbing, electrical or structural changes. We provide the certificate of insurance and follow the building's rules.
Evanston building permit for range or oven installation: where do I apply?
Permits go through Community Development Department, Building & Development Services (Building & Inspection Services), phone (847) 448-4311. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Does Evanston require a licensed electrician for range or oven installation?
Electrical contractors must register and submit a copy of an electrical license from a testing municipality (or state license if state-regulated). Electrician must be on site for electrical rough inspections. New circuits and wiring are done by licensed electricians.
Evanston contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
All contractors working in city limits must register with the City; annual fee General Contractor $150, Trade Contractor $125. We take care of that before work starts.
What happens to the old appliance in Evanston?
Appliances and tires are not collected in regular bulk pickup; call 311 or 847-448-4311 to arrange free removal. If you'd rather not deal with it, we haul old units and debris away.
Do I need a permit for range or oven installation in Evanston?
It depends on the scope. Evanston's rule in short: Residential permit applications go through the Citizen Portal; City worksheets signed by the contractors are required for any electrical, plumbing or HVAC work. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department, Building & Development Services (Building & Inspection Services).
Do you work in my part of Evanston?
Yes. Our crews work across Evanston — ZIP 60201, 60202, 60208 — and nearby Skokie, Glenview, Park Ridge.
Working in Evanston
- Most Evanston homes are prewar. We work around plaster walls, radiators and out-of-square rooms every week.
- Condo or townhome? We follow association rules on work hours and elevators and bring the insurance certificate your board asks for.
- Live in a historic district? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
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Other kitchen services in Evanston
Dishwasher InstallationOld unit out, new dishwasher connected, leveled and leak-tested.
Built-In Refrigerator InstallationBuilt-in and panel-ready fridges fitted flush, anchored and connected.
Microwave InstallationOver-the-range, drawer and built-in microwaves mounted, powered and vented.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.