1960s wall oven and cooktop combo
A 1960s built-in oven and drop-in cooktop can usually be replaced in place, though cutouts and wiring often need updating.
Serving Lombard & nearby Villa Park, Glen Ellyn
Oven, Range & Cooktop Installation in Lombard, IL
We install gas and electric ranges, wall ovens and cooktops in Lombard, connected safely, leveled and checked before we go.
- Installers working in Lombard ZIP 60148
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Range, oven and cooktop installs we handle in Lombard
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 Lombard kitchens so the appliance works safely from day one.
Pro-style range that needs more gas and space
Larger pro-style ranges can need a bigger gas supply, a specific regulator and wider clearances. We check the specs against the line and the space.
Cooktop cutout in the wrong size
If the new cooktop is bigger than the old one, the counter has to be cut; if it's smaller, a filler kit or new counter section may be required.
Downdraft or venting questions
Some cooktops and ranges need a hood above them, and gas cooking makes good ventilation more important. We look at what's there and recommend the right setup.
Slide-in range that won't sit flush
When a slide-in range leaves a gap at the back or rides high above the counter, it needs adjusting on its legs and sometimes a small change to the counter edge.
Range that tips forward when the oven door opens
A freestanding or slide-in range without an anti-tip bracket can tip with weight on the open door. We install the bracket and confirm the rear foot engages it.
Switching from electric to gas
Electric-to-gas conversions are a small plumbing project. The new line is installed under permit, and the old 240-volt outlet is dealt with safely.
Double wall oven on an undersized circuit
Before a bigger wall oven goes in, the breaker and wire size must match the maker's spec. If they don't, an electrician corrects them.
Included with the install
- Supply and opening checkA check of gas valve or breaker, outlet type, cutout size and clearances.
- Disconnecting the old applianceGas or power off, the old range, oven or cooktop disconnected and removed.
- Gas connectionNew flexible connector and fittings on the shutoff, made by a qualified installer to local code and leak-tested.
- Electrical connectionThe appliance tied into the correct 240-volt or 120-volt supply, with panel and circuit work handled by an electrician.
- 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
Single and double wall ovensOvens built into a cabinet at a comfortable height, alone or stacked with a second oven or a microwave.
Gas, electric and dual-fuelPick the fuel by what you cook and what your kitchen has; dual-fuel combines both.
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.
Pro-style rangesWide, heavy ranges with high-output burners and specific gas and clearance needs.
Oven, Range & Cooktop Installation before and after — Lombard homes
Before
Installed
DetailOven, Range & Cooktop Installation in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Lombard
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Lombard. Before: black 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, wall oven and cooktop mounting, plus haul-away and cleanup.
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Villa Park
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial in Villa Park. The kitchen as it was: almond appliances. The main complaint was an old range they no longer trusted. The result: a new stainless range installed level with a new gas connector. Work included supply and opening check, gas connection, plus haul-away and cleanup.
Oven, Range & Cooktop Installation in Villa Park →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a postwar Cape Cod in Lombard
What changed: cabinets in dark teal with brushed nickel bar pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a white 2x8 tile in a vertical stack backsplash, hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Lombard →
Before
AfterLombard kitchen, 1960s ranch: kitchen cabinet painting
What changed: the same doors sprayed in powder blue, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Lombard →Install day
- Model and photosTell us what you're installing, and show us the current hookup.
- Readiness checkWe compare your kitchen with the installation guide and list what needs to change.
- Written estimateA clear written price with any permit, gas or circuit work listed separately.
- Install and testOld unit out, new one connected, anchored, leveled and tested burner by burner.
Oven, Range & Cooktop Installation questions from Lombard homeowners
Can you replace a cooktop with a different size?
We can. Laminate and wood cutouts are adjusted on site; stone is recut by a fabricator.
Can I switch to induction in an older Lombard home?
Often yes, but it depends on your electrical service. An electrician checks the panel capacity and runs a 240-volt circuit sized for the cooktop or range.
Do I need a permit to install a gas range in Lombard?
Swapping a range onto an existing gas outlet often doesn't need one, but running a new gas line does. We confirm the Lombard rules before starting.
Will you haul away my old stove?
We do. Removal of the old unit can be included in the same visit.
Can you install a wall oven in my existing cabinet?
Usually, with some adjustment. We compare the maker's cutout drawing to your cabinet first.
Can you do range or oven installation in a Lombard 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.
Does Lombard require a licensed electrician for range or oven installation?
Registration requires a copy of a current electrician license from a testing municipality plus a certificate of insurance. New circuits and wiring are done by licensed electricians.
Do I need a Lombard-registered contractor for range or oven installation?
Contractors must register with the Village: $100 fee, valid 1 year, online or via Building Division; insurance certificate with at least $300,000 liability coverage. We take care of that before work starts.
Does range or oven installation need a Lombard building permit, and who files it?
Permits go through Building Division, Community Development and Building, phone (630) 620-5750. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
What happens to the old appliance in Lombard?
Hauler Waste Management. Large items under 100 lbs collected with one refuse sticker per 50 lbs. 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 Lombard?
It depends on the scope. Lombard's rule in short: Village requires a building permit for new structures and updates to existing structures; replacing interior doors and fixtures at the same size with no structural change needs no permit. We handle the permit when one is needed with Building Division, Community Development and Building.
Do you work in my part of Lombard?
Yes. Our crews work across Lombard — ZIP 60148 — and nearby Villa Park, Glen Ellyn, Addison.
Working in Lombard
- A lot of Lombard kitchens date from the 1960s. 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 Building Division, Community Development and Building handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60148
Oven, Range & Cooktop Installation nearby
Other kitchen services in Lombard
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.