Not enough height above the range
We measure from the burners to the cabinet bottom before you buy. Too little space means heat on the microwave and a hard reach over the pots.
Serving Park Ridge & nearby Des Plaines, Glenview
Microwave Installation in Park Ridge, IL
Over-the-range, drawer and built-in microwaves installed in Park Ridge: anchored into the wall, bolted to the cabinet and vented the right way.
- Serving Park Ridge ZIP 60068
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Microwave installs we take on in Park Ridge
An over-the-range microwave is heavy, hangs in front of a hot cooktop and doubles as the exhaust fan, so how it's hung matters. In Park Ridge we fasten the wall plate into studs, bolt the top through the cabinet, set the blower for your vent path and check the outlet before the unit goes up.
Duct that doesn't line up with the new unit
Rear-venting through the wall and top-venting through the cabinet need different paths. We line up the microwave's outlet with your duct and seal the joint.
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 drawer in an island or base cabinet
Drawer models need an exact opening, support underneath and a receptacle where the drawer won't hit it. We set all three before sliding the unit in.
Old microwave swap where the holes don't line up
Even same-width models use different mounting points. The old plate comes off, the new template goes up and fresh holes are drilled into the studs and cabinet.
Microwave that sags, wobbles or pulls away from the wall
Gaps behind a microwave or a door that drops when opened usually mean the original install missed the studs. We take it down and fasten it properly.
Built-in microwave with a trim kit
Built-in microwaves and trim-kit models need a specific opening and airflow around the unit. We frame the cabinet space and fasten the trim.
Cabinet above that's the wrong width or depth
A standard over-the-range microwave expects a cabinet bottom about as wide as the unit to bolt into. If the cabinet is narrower, shallower or uneven, we add a filler or adjust it.
Included with the install
- Old unit or hood removedWe unplug or disconnect the old unit and clear the wall and cabinet for the new one.
- Outlet and circuitPower where the new unit needs it, with any new circuit wired by a licensed electrician.
- Cabinet drilled to the templateHoles for the top bolts, the power cord and a top vent cut through the cabinet bottom.
- Blower set and duct connectedWe orient the blower for your vent path and seal the connection to the duct.
- 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-awayHeating, exhaust and light tested, old appliance and boxes removed.
What to pick before the install
Built-in and trim-kit microwavesMicrowaves set into a wall or pantry cabinet with a finishing trim.
Low-profile over-the-range modelsShorter units that leave more room above the burners where cabinets are low.
Microwave drawersDrawer units set in a base cabinet, reachable without lifting dishes overhead.
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.
Microwave Installation before and after — Park Ridge homes
Before
Installed
DetailA Park Ridge 1980s two-story: before and after
This one is a 1980s two-story in Park Ridge. What we started with: almond appliances. What bothered the owners most: a decades-old hood and a microwave crowding the counter. Finished kitchen: a new over-the-range microwave installed above the range and vented. The job covered outlet and circuit, blower set and duct connected, plus testing and haul-away.
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Des Plaines
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial in Des Plaines. What we started with: white appliances. What bothered the owners most: a weak hood and a microwave stuck on the counter. After: a new over-the-range microwave installed above the range and vented. On site this meant old unit or hood removed, blower set and duct connected, plus unit hung and bolted.
Microwave Installation in Des Plaines →
Before
AfterMicrowave Installation in a 1980s two-story, Skokie
This one is a 1980s two-story in Skokie. The kitchen as it was: black appliances. The reason for the call: a microwave that had stopped working over the range. After: a new over-the-range microwave installed above the range and vented. Work included outlet and circuit, blower set and duct connected, plus drawer and built-in cutouts.
Microwave Installation in Skokie →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1960s ranch in Park Ridge
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 Park Ridge →
Before
AfterA Park Ridge 1960s ranch: before and after
Finished: the same doors sprayed in light warm taupe, new unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Park Ridge →How the install goes
- Send the model and photosShare the model number and photos of the range wall, the cabinet above and the old unit.
- Fit and power checkClearances, power and duct are checked against the installation guide.
- Written estimateAn itemized estimate covering removal, mounting, venting and any outlet or cabinet work.
- Install and testOld unit down, new one mounted and vented, everything tested and the old microwave hauled off.
Microwave Installation questions from Park Ridge homeowners
Can an over-the-range microwave vent outside?
Most models can vent outdoors through the top or back. Whether yours can depends on the duct path, which we check.
Do I need an electrician to install an over-the-range microwave?
Not if there's already a proper outlet in the cabinet above. If there isn't, or the maker calls for a dedicated circuit you don't have, a licensed electrician adds it first.
How long does microwave installation take?
Most swaps are done in one visit; built-in and drawer units with cabinet work may need more time.
What size over-the-range microwave fits my kitchen?
Most are made for a standard range opening, but height and depth vary. We measure the space under the cabinet and the cooktop clearance.
How much does microwave installation cost?
Mounting type, venting, electrical work and haul-away drive the price. We put it in writing before we start.
Park Ridge contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
Building contractors must register with the City each calendar year ($50 per firm). We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for microwave installation in Park Ridge?
It depends on the scope. Park Ridge's rule in short: Park Ridge publishes permit guidelines by project type; contact the Permit Technicians to confirm whether a kitchen project needs a permit. We handle the permit when one is needed.
Do you work in my part of Park Ridge?
Yes. Our crews work across Park Ridge — ZIP 60068 — and nearby Des Plaines, Glenview, Skokie.
Working in Park Ridge
- A lot of Park Ridge kitchens date from the 1950s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Park Ridge homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Park Ridge building department handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60068
Microwave Installation nearby
Other kitchen services in Park Ridge
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.