Venting rules in a Glendale Heights condo
Before we plan a duct in a condo unit, we look at the building's rules and what the existing vent connects to.
Serving Glendale Heights & nearby Bloomingdale, Carol Stream
Range Hood Installation in Glendale Heights, IL
We install under-cabinet, wall chimney, island and insert range hoods in Glendale Heights, ducted outside wherever the house allows.
- Installers working in Glendale Heights ZIP 60139
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Range hood installs we handle in Glendale Heights
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 Glendale Heights where the duct can run, what the wiring needs and whether the village wants a permit, before you order.
1970s hood on an old duct
Original 1970s ventilation was sized for a different era of cooking. A modern hood often needs a larger duct and a new exterior cap.
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.
Old hood that only recirculates
Recirculating hoods filter the air and return it to the kitchen, so steam and cooking smells linger. We check whether a wall or roof path is possible and duct the new hood outside.
Gas range that needs stronger ventilation
Gas burners add combustion byproducts and heat to the air, so a gas range usually calls for more capacity than an electric cooktop. We size the fan and duct together.
Swapping an over-the-range microwave for a hood
Many owners trade the microwave above the range for a proper hood. The cabinet above may need trimming and the duct usually needs upgrading.
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.
No hood over the range at all
Kitchens without a hood often have greasy upper cabinets and lingering smells. A new ducted hood, sized for the cooktop, takes care of both.
What we hook up and check
- Permit and approvalsPermits, condo approvals and any makeup-air requirement are confirmed up front.
- Removing the old hoodWe take out the old unit and check what is behind it before the new one goes up.
- Duct runRigid smooth metal duct sized to the hood outlet, joints sealed with foil tape and supported.
- Wall cap or roof jackThe duct ends outside under a damper that closes when the fan is off.
- 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.
Options to choose from
Ducted vs recirculatingDucted hoods send air outside; recirculating hoods filter it through charcoal and return it to the room.
Duct, caps and dampersSmooth metal pipe and a damper-equipped exterior termination.
Under-cabinet hoodsHoods that mount under a wall cabinet, with the duct running up through the cabinet or out the back.
Inserts and linersFan units built into a custom wood, plaster or metal hood cover.
Island hoodsHoods suspended above an island, supported from the ceiling framing.
Before and after: kitchens near Glendale Heights
Before
Installed
DetailRange Hood Installation in a 1990s two-story colonial, Glendale Heights
A 1990s two-story colonial in Glendale Heights, a typical kitchen for Glendale Heights. What we started with: white appliances and white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim. What bothered the owners most: an old hood that was loud and pulled very little air. Finished kitchen: a new stainless chimney range hood ducted to the outside. Work included permit and approvals, removing the old hood, plus duct run.
Before
AfterRange Hood Installation in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Bloomingdale
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Old Town Bloomingdale. Before: black appliances and golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above. The reason for the call: a recirculating hood that left the kitchen smoky. After: a new stainless chimney range hood ducted to the outside. The job covered wall cap or roof jack, electrical connection, plus recirculating setup.
Range Hood Installation in Bloomingdale →
Before
AfterA Glendale Heights 1980s two-story: before and after
Cabinets in light butter yellow with satin brass pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, black-and-white checkerboard tile flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Glendale Heights →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Glendale Heights
The same doors sprayed in forest green, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Glendale Heights →How the install goes
- Photos and modelTell us what you cook on and show us the space; a model number helps.
- Duct route and sizingOn site we size the hood, pick the duct route and check permits and makeup air.
- Written estimateAn itemized estimate for the hood install, duct, exterior cap, wiring and any permit.
- Install and testWe install, test the airflow and clean up the same day in most cases.
Range Hood Installation questions from Glendale Heights homeowners
Can I duct a hood outside in my Glendale Heights condo?
Sometimes. It depends on the association's rules and the building's walls or shafts. We check before planning a duct.
Ducted or ductless: which should I choose?
Ducted, whenever there is a reasonable path outside. A ductless hood with charcoal filters catches grease and some odor but returns heat and moisture to the room.
Do I need an electrician to install a range hood?
If power is already at the hood location, no. If it isn't, an electrician adds it before we hang the hood.
Do I need a permit to install a range hood?
A straight swap on an existing duct often doesn't. A new duct through a wall or roof often needs a mechanical permit; we check with the village.
How many CFM does my range hood need?
We size airflow to your cooktop and your duct. Buying the biggest fan made rarely helps if the duct can't carry it.
Do Glendale Heights condo associations need to approve range hood installation?
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.
What is the Glendale Heights building department phone number?
Permits go through Community Development Department, phone 630-260-6030. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
What does Glendale Heights ask for on electrical work?
Electricians exempt from purchasing a Village license but must submit current city/state registration, application and bond. New circuits and wiring are done by licensed electricians.
Glendale Heights contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
Contractors must be licensed with the Village before working; $20,000 surety/license bond required. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for range hood installation in Glendale Heights?
It depends on the scope. Glendale Heights's rule in short: Permits required for most construction projects; a Residential Remodel/Alteration application exists; call Community Development if unsure. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department.
Do you work in my part of Glendale Heights?
Yes. Our crews work across Glendale Heights — ZIP 60139 — and nearby Bloomingdale, Carol Stream, Addison.
Working in Glendale Heights
- A lot of Glendale Heights kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Condo or townhome? We follow association rules on work hours and elevators and bring the insurance certificate your board asks for.
- We know how Community Development Department handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60139
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Other kitchen services in Glendale Heights
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.