1970s wall oven and cooktop combo
Original 1970s wall ovens leave odd-sized openings. We match a new oven to the box or adjust the cabinet to fit.
Serving Northbrook & nearby Glenview, Highland Park
Oven, Range & Cooktop Installation in Northbrook, IL
We install gas and electric ranges, wall ovens and cooktops in Northbrook, connected safely, leveled and checked before we go.
- Serving Northbrook ZIP 60062
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Range, oven and cooktop installs we handle in Northbrook
Gas ranges, slide-in electrics, induction cooktops and double wall ovens each need something different behind them: a gas shutoff and connector, a 240-volt circuit of the right size, or an exact cabinet cutout. Our Northbrook installers sort out what your kitchen has and what the new appliance needs.
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.
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.
Old gas connector that shouldn't be reused
Reusing the old flex line saves nothing if it fails. A new certified connector goes on with the new range, and the shutoff valve is checked too.
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.
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.
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.
Pro-style range that needs more gas and space
Professional-style ranges come with their own install requirements, from gas pressure to backguard clearance. We follow the maker's instructions.
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.
- Disconnecting the old applianceWe isolate the supply and take out the old unit without damaging the floor or counter.
- 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 connectionThe appliance tied into the correct 240-volt or 120-volt supply, with panel and circuit work handled by an electrician.
- 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
Pro-style rangesLarger 36- and 48-inch ranges that often call for a stronger hood.
Slide-in and front-control rangesControls on the front, no backguard, the cooktop overlapping the counter for a built-in look.
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.
Freestanding rangesFinished sides, controls on the backguard, the easiest to install and replace.
Kitchens like yours in Northbrook: before and after
Before
Installed
DetailBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Northbrook
A two-story colonial from the 1990s in Northbrook, a typical kitchen for Northbrook. The kitchen as it was: white appliances. The reason for the call: an old stove that needed replacing. The result: a new stainless range installed level with a new gas connector. Work included supply and opening check, disconnecting the old appliance, plus burner, element and oven test.
Before
AfterA Glenview 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
A 1990s two-story colonial near The Glen, a typical kitchen for Glenview. The kitchen as it was: black 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. The job covered cabinet and counter adjustments, electrical connection, plus haul-away and cleanup.
Oven, Range & Cooktop Installation in Glenview →
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AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Buffalo Grove
This one is a 1980s two-story in Buffalo Grove. The kitchen as it was: almond appliances. The reason for the call: a decades-old stove that was hard to keep lit. Finished kitchen: a new stainless range installed level with a new gas connector. On site this meant disconnecting the old appliance, electrical connection, plus haul-away and cleanup.
Oven, Range & Cooktop Installation in Buffalo Grove →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a postwar Cape Cod in Northbrook
What changed: cabinets in forest green with matte black pulls, black honed granite 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 Northbrook →
Before
AfterA Northbrook 1950s ranch: before and after
What changed: the same doors sprayed in deep navy, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Northbrook →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 estimateA clear written price with any permit, gas or circuit work listed separately.
- Install and testWe install, check for leaks, test heat and haul away the old appliance.
Oven, Range & Cooktop Installation questions from Northbrook homeowners
Can I switch to induction in an older Northbrook home?
Usually. The key question is whether the panel has room for a new 240-volt circuit; some older homes need a service upgrade first.
Do you install ranges and ovens I bought elsewhere?
We do. Send the model number and we bring the right connector and parts.
What is an anti-tip bracket and do I need one?
It's a bracket fastened to the floor or wall that catches the back foot of the range so it can't tip forward. Ranges come with one, and we always install it.
Does a wall oven need its own circuit?
A dedicated circuit is standard. The required size is on the oven's nameplate and installation guide.
Does a gas range need to be professionally installed?
We recommend it. A gas range needs a new connector, tight joints, a leak check, an anti-tip bracket and a burner test.
What is the Northbrook building department phone number?
Permits go through Development & Planning Services, phone 847-664-4050. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
What does Northbrook ask for on electrical work?
Electrical contractor license $70; must submit a copy of a valid electrician's registration with the application. New circuits and wiring are done by licensed electricians.
What happens to the old appliance in Northbrook?
One bulk item per week at the curb free; white goods (stoves, refrigerators, dishwashers) handled separately, $30 each, scheduled with LRS at 844.633.3577. If you'd rather not deal with it, we haul old units and debris away.
Do I need a Northbrook-registered contractor for range or oven installation?
Village contractor license required, good for one year: general contractors $100; electrical $70. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for range or oven installation in Northbrook?
It depends on the scope. Northbrook's rule in short: Village lists separate permit types: Single Family Alterations - Interior, Electrical (new wiring/outlets), and Plumbing (new fixtures). We handle the permit when one is needed with Development & Planning Services.
Do you work in my part of Northbrook?
Yes. Our crews work across Northbrook, including Techny, Downtown Northbrook — ZIP 60062 — and nearby Glenview, Highland Park, Mount Prospect.
Working in Northbrook
- A lot of Northbrook kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Northbrook homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Development & Planning Services handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
TechnyDowntown Northbrook
ZIP 60062
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Other kitchen services in Northbrook
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.