Over-the-range microwave replacing a range hood
When the old range hood comes down, we cap its wiring, have a plug-in outlet put in the cabinet above and connect the microwave's exhaust to the existing vent where it lines up.
Serving Orland Park & nearby Tinley Park, Woodridge
Microwave Installation in Orland Park, IL
Over-the-range, drawer and built-in microwaves installed in Orland Park: anchored into the wall, bolted to the cabinet and vented the right way.
- Serving Orland Park ZIP 60462, 60467
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Microwave installs we take on in Orland Park
Most microwave calls we get in Orland Park are one of three jobs: a new over-the-range unit replacing an old one or a hood, a drawer model going into an island, or a built-in with a trim kit set into a wall cabinet. Each has its own cutout, power and venting needs, and we sort those out first.
Microwave above a pro-style or high-output range
Over a large pro range, a real hood usually does the job better than a microwave. If the specs allow a microwave, we install it with the required clearance.
Microwave that sags, wobbles or pulls away from the wall
If the front of the microwave dips or the unit moves when you open the door, the wall plate is probably held by drywall anchors instead of studs. We remount it into framing.
Moving the microwave off the counter
A countertop microwave eats prep space. Mounting one over the range, under the counter or inside a cabinet gives that space back.
Not enough height above the range
Every maker lists a minimum distance from the cooktop to the bottom of the microwave. If the cabinet is too low, a low-profile model or a cabinet change may be the answer.
Should it vent outside or recirculate?
If there's a duct through the wall or roof, we set the blower to exhaust outside, which clears steam and cooking smells better. With no duct, the unit recirculates through a charcoal filter.
Microwave drawer in an island or base cabinet
Putting a microwave drawer in the island keeps it within reach for kids and away from the cooktop. We build the cutout to the maker's spec and run power to it.
Duct that doesn't line up with the new unit
If the duct is undersized, crushed or blocked, we tell you before install so the fan isn't pushing against a dead end.
Included with the install
- Pre-install checkMeasurements, power and venting are checked against the installation instructions.
- Old unit or hood removedThe old microwave or range hood is taken down, its wiring made safe and the bracket removed.
- Studs located and wall plate mountedThe mounting plate is leveled and screwed into studs per the template.
- Cabinet drilled to the templateHoles for the top bolts, the power cord and a top vent cut through the cabinet bottom.
- Unit hung and boltedThe unit is hooked on the bracket, bolted from above and checked for level.
- Drawer and built-in cutoutsCutouts framed for drawer and trim-kit models so they sit flush.
- Testing and haul-awayWe run the microwave, the fan at each speed and the light, then take the old unit and packaging away.
What to pick before the install
Built-in and trim-kit microwavesUnits framed into cabinetry so they look part of the kitchen.
Microwave drawersUnder-counter microwaves that open like a drawer, often in an island.
Low-profile over-the-range modelsSlimmer microwaves for kitchens with limited space over the range.
Over-the-range microwavesMicrowaves with a built-in exhaust fan and light that mount above the range.
Convection and air-fry combosMicrowaves that also bake, crisp or air-fry, available in over-the-range and built-in styles.
Kitchens like yours in Orland Park: before and after
Before
Installed
DetailBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Orland Park
This one is a 1980s two-story in Orland Park. Before: almond appliances. The reason for the call: a decades-old hood and a microwave crowding the counter. The result: a new over-the-range microwave installed above the range and vented. The job covered old unit or hood removed, drawer and built-in cutouts, plus testing and haul-away.
Before
AfterMicrowave Installation in a suburban townhome, Woodridge
The site: a suburban townhome near The Ridge. The kitchen as it was: white appliances. What bothered the owners most: an old hood and a countertop microwave eating prep space. Finished kitchen: a new over-the-range microwave installed above the range and vented. On site this meant pre-install check, drawer and built-in cutouts, plus testing and haul-away.
Microwave Installation in Woodridge →
Before
AfterOrland Park kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen remodeling
Finished: cabinets in white uppers and deep green lowers with polished nickel pulls, dark soapstone-look quartz counters, a white herringbone tile backsplash, warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring and a flush drum fixture and under-cabinet lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Orland Park →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Orland Park
Finished: the same doors sprayed in cream uppers and walnut-stained lowers, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Orland Park →From the old unit to the new one
- Send the model and photosShare the model number and photos of the range wall, the cabinet above and the old unit.
- Fit and power checkWe confirm clearance, cabinet size, outlet and vent path, and list anything that must change first.
- Written estimateA clear written price with electrical or cabinet changes listed separately.
- Install and testWe hang it, connect it, run it and take the old one away.
Microwave Installation questions from Orland Park homeowners
Can you put a microwave drawer in my island?
Usually, if there's a base cabinet of the right width and power can reach it. We cut the opening and add the outlet.
How much does microwave installation cost?
It depends on the type of microwave, whether a hood or old unit comes down, and any outlet, venting or cabinet changes. We give a written, itemized estimate after looking at your setup.
How long does microwave installation take?
It depends on the prep. We give you the schedule with the estimate.
How high should an over-the-range microwave be above the stove?
Each maker sets a minimum distance from the cooktop to the bottom of the microwave. We follow that number, which also depends on the cabinet height.
Is a microwave enough ventilation over a gas range?
For everyday cooking it often is, especially vented outside. For heavy searing or a high-output range, a hood moves more air.
What is the Orland Park building department phone number?
Permits go through Development Services Department - Building Division, phone 708-403-5300. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a Orland Park-registered contractor for microwave installation?
Contractors must be licensed with the Village before permits issue; apply via Civic Access portal. We take care of that before work starts.
Can Orland Park bulk pickup take my old appliance or cabinets?
Hauler Waste Management; one bulk item per weekly pickup. If you'd rather not deal with it, we haul old units and debris away.
Do I need a permit for microwave installation in Orland Park?
It depends on the scope. Orland Park's rule in short: Permit needed for remodeling; application lists electrical and plumbing contractors. We handle the permit when one is needed with Development Services Department - Building Division.
Do you work in my part of Orland Park?
Yes. Our crews work across Orland Park — ZIP 60462, 60467 — and nearby Tinley Park, Woodridge, Bolingbrook.
Working in Orland Park
- A lot of Orland Park kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Orland Park homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Live in the Old Orland Historic District? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
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Other kitchen services in Orland Park
Dishwasher InstallationOld unit out, new dishwasher connected, leveled and leak-tested.
Oven, Range & Cooktop InstallationGas and electric ranges, wall ovens and cooktops, safely connected.
Built-In Refrigerator InstallationBuilt-in and panel-ready fridges fitted flush, anchored and connected.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.