pre-1940 wall oven and cooktop combo
Original pre-1940 wall ovens leave odd-sized openings. We match a new oven to the box or adjust the cabinet to fit.
Serving Highland Park & nearby Northbrook, Glenview
Oven, Range & Cooktop Installation in Highland Park, IL
We install gas and electric ranges, wall ovens and cooktops in Highland Park, connected safely, leveled and checked before we go.
- Serving Highland Park ZIP 60035
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Range, oven and cooktop installs we handle in Highland Park
A new range has to do more than fit the gap. In Highland Park we check the gas or electrical supply first, connect the unit per the maker's instructions, put in the anti-tip bracket, level it and test every burner or element before calling it done.
Switching from gas to induction
Many owners want to leave gas behind. The first question is whether your electrical service can carry an induction range; we find out before you buy.
Old gas connector that shouldn't be reused
An old uncoated brass connector or a kinked line behind the stove is replaced, not reconnected. Each joint is then checked for leaks.
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.
Electric range with a mismatched cord or outlet
If the range cord doesn't match the outlet, we install the right cord, and an electrician updates the outlet where needed.
New range delivered but not hooked up
If the store left your new stove unconnected, we finish the job: gas or power connected, anti-tip bracket installed, unit leveled and tested.
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.
Range that tips forward when the oven door opens
Missing anti-tip brackets are common on older installs. We fasten one to the floor or wall and check it holds before we leave.
What we hook up and check
- Supply and opening checkWe look at the gas shutoff or circuit, measure the opening and compare it to the new unit's specs.
- 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.
- Anti-tip bracket and levelingAnti-tip bracket fastened and engaged, range leveled side to side and front to back.
- Wall oven and cooktop mountingBuilt-in units secured with the maker's brackets and screws.
- 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.
Models, parts and fittings
Gas and electric cooktopsDrop-in cooktops in the counter, with gas, radiant electric or induction heat.
Pro-style rangesLarger 36- and 48-inch ranges that often call for a stronger hood.
Freestanding rangesThe standard range type that stands between cabinets or at the end of a run.
Induction cooktops and rangesElectric cooking with quick response and a cool glass top around the pan.
Single and double wall ovensOvens built into a cabinet at a comfortable height, alone or stacked with a second oven or a microwave.
Kitchens like yours in Highland Park: before and after
Before
Installed
DetailHighland Park kitchen, 1980s two-story: oven, range & cooktop installation
A 1980s two-story near Ravinia District, a typical kitchen for Highland Park. The kitchen as it was: black appliances. The main complaint was a new range waiting to be connected. After: a new stainless range installed level with a new gas connector. On site this meant gas connection, anti-tip bracket and leveling, plus haul-away and cleanup.
Before
AfterOven, Range & Cooktop Installation in a 1980s two-story, Northbrook
The site: a 1980s two-story near Downtown Northbrook. What we started with: white appliances. The main complaint was a new range waiting to be connected. The result: a new stainless range installed level with a new gas connector. On site this meant supply and opening check, gas connection, plus haul-away and cleanup.
Oven, Range & Cooktop Installation in Northbrook →
Before
AfterOven, Range & Cooktop Installation in a 1990s two-story colonial, Buffalo Grove
A 1990s two-story colonial in Buffalo Grove, a typical kitchen for Buffalo Grove. Before: almond appliances. The main complaint was an old range they no longer trusted. After: a new stainless range installed level with a new gas connector. The job covered supply and opening check, cabinet and counter adjustments, plus anti-tip bracket and leveling.
Oven, Range & Cooktop Installation in Buffalo Grove →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a postwar Cape Cod in Highland Park
Cabinets in white uppers and dusty blue lowers with matte black pulls, bright white quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, black-and-white checkerboard tile flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
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Before
AfterHighland Park kitchen, postwar bi-level: kitchen cabinet painting
Finished: the same doors sprayed in pale sage, new polished nickel pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Highland Park →How the install goes
- Model and photosSend the model number and photos of the space, the shutoff or outlet behind the old unit.
- Readiness checkWe compare your kitchen with the installation guide and list what needs to change.
- 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 Highland Park homeowners
Do you install ranges and ovens I bought elsewhere?
Yes. We install appliances from any store or online seller.
Can a gas range be converted to propane?
If the model supports it, a qualified installer converts it with the manufacturer's kit.
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.
Do I need a permit to install a gas range in Highland Park?
It depends on the work. New gas piping requires a permit, while connecting to an existing shutoff often does not. We find out for your address.
How much does range or oven installation cost?
A range swap on an existing hookup and a wall oven with a new circuit are very different jobs. You get a line-item quote before work starts.
Do I need a Highland Park-registered contractor for range or oven installation?
The City publishes contractor requirements on its Building Division page (new building codes effective March 1, 2026). We take care of that before work starts.
Do you work in my part of Highland Park?
Yes. Our crews work across Highland Park, including Ravinia District, Downtown Highland Park, Port Clinton, St. John's — ZIP 60035 — and nearby Northbrook, Glenview, Buffalo Grove.
Working in Highland Park
- A lot of Highland Park kitchens date from the pre-1940. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Highland Park homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Older paint is treated with lead-safe practices: containment, HEPA cleanup and a clean hand-over.
Ravinia DistrictDowntown Highland ParkPort ClintonSt. John's
ZIP 60035
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Other kitchen services in Highland Park
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.