1970s hood on a small old duct
A 1970s hood is often both weak and worn out. Replacement is usually the better investment.
Range Hood Installation →Serving Roselle & nearby Bloomingdale, Hanover Park
Kitchen Ventilation & Range Hoods in Roselle, IL
Smoky kitchen, a dead fan or a greasy hood? We install, repair and clean range hoods in Roselle homes.
- Installers working in Roselle ZIP 60172
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Kitchen ventilation problems we fix in Roselle
Range hood trouble shows up in different ways: a fan that won't start, a hood that roars but barely pulls, filters that drip, or no hood at all. Our Roselle crews handle all three kinds of fix and start by figuring out which one your kitchen needs.
Hood that only recirculates
Recirculating hoods are a compromise. When a wall or roof path is possible, a ducted hood clears the kitchen far better.
Range Hood Installation →No hood over the range
Kitchens without ventilation collect grease on cabinets and ceilings. A new ducted hood sized for the range is the fix.
Range Hood Installation →Cold draft from the hood
If winter air comes in through the hood, the damper isn't closing. That's a quick repair.
Range Hood Repair →Grease dripping from the hood
If brown drops fall on the stove, the hood needs a full degreasing, not just a filter wash.
Residential Kitchen Hood Cleaning →Fan stopped working
When the fan quits but the light still works, the switch, control board or motor is usually at fault. We diagnose and replace the part.
Range Hood Repair →Hood that vents into the attic
An old hood dumping into the attic puts grease and moisture into the framing. We carry the duct through to the outdoors.
Range Hood Installation →Kitchen stays smoky when you cook
Smoke that spreads through the house points to a hood that doesn't capture or doesn't exhaust. We check the size, the fan and where the air actually goes.
Range Hood Installation →Included with the install
- Diagnosis on siteWe look at the hood, the fan, the filters and where the duct goes before recommending anything.
- Hood sizing and selectionWe help choose a hood that fits the range and the route outside.
- Ductwork and exterior capsNew or upgraded ducts run as short and straight as the house allows.
- Permits and makeup airWe confirm village rules before a new duct or a large hood goes in.
- Fan and motor repairFailed fan parts swapped so the hood moves air again.
- Lights and dampersLight and damper repairs that stop dark cooktops and cold drafts.
- Deep cleaningFilters soaked, blower and hood interior degreased, charcoal filters replaced.
Options to choose from
Inserts and linersFan units built into custom wood or plaster hood covers.
Under-cabinet hoodsThe most common hood style in home kitchens.
Ducted vs recirculatingOutdoor venting removes heat and moisture; ductless is the fallback.
Island hoodsWider hoods suspended from the ceiling framing.
Wall chimney hoodsWall-mounted canopies with a chimney cover over the duct.
Kitchen Ventilation & Range Hoods before and after — Roselle homes
Before
Installed
DetailBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Roselle
A 1990s two-story colonial in Roselle, a typical kitchen for Roselle. What we started with: almond appliances and honey-oak cathedral raised-panel cabinets with worn finish near the handles, brass knobs. The main complaint was an old hood with greasy filters. Finished kitchen: a new chimney range hood vented outside.
Before
AfterBloomingdale kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: kitchen ventilation & range hoods
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial in Bloomingdale. What we started with: white appliances and white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim. The reason for the call: an old hood with greasy filters. Finished kitchen: a new chimney range hood vented outside.
Kitchen Ventilation & Range Hoods in Bloomingdale →
Before
AfterA Roselle raised ranch: before and after
Cabinets in light greige with brushed nickel bar pulls, light marble-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, black-and-white checkerboard tile flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Roselle →
Before
AfterKitchen Cabinet Painting in a 1970s split-level, Roselle
What changed: the same doors sprayed in deep navy, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Roselle →
Before
AfterA Roselle 1970s tract home: before and after
New flat slab doors with a thin edge in warm white on the existing boxes, matching face-frame veneer and brushed nickel bar pulls.
Cabinet Refacing in Roselle →From the old unit to the new one
- Send photos or callShow us the hood, the label inside and what it's doing, or not doing.
- Look on siteA visit to see whether cleaning, repair or replacement fits.
- Written estimateYou get an itemized estimate for the option you choose.
- We do the workThe work is done with the kitchen protected and the hood tested afterward.
Kitchen Ventilation & Range Hoods questions from Roselle homeowners
Do I need a range hood?
Most kitchens benefit from one, especially over gas. Local code and the range maker's instructions may also call for ventilation.
How high should a range hood be above the stove?
At the height in the maker's instructions, often around 24 to 30 inches above the cooktop.
Should I repair or replace my range hood?
If the hood worked well before, repairing it usually makes sense. If it never cleared smoke, replacement is better.
How often should a range hood be cleaned?
Wash the filters regularly and have the hood deep-cleaned when grease builds up or the fan slows.
What does range hood work cost?
The hood type, the duct work and the parts drive the price. We put it in writing before we start.
Roselle building permit for kitchen ventilation project: where do I apply?
Permits go through Development & Engineering Services (Building & Zoning), phone 630-671-2821. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Roselle contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
Contractors must register with the Village via Cloudpermit and be licensed: surety bond, certificate of insurance naming the Village, $75 fee. We take care of that before work starts.
Does Roselle require a licensed electrician for kitchen ventilation project?
Plumbing, electrical and roofing contractors must hold either a state or local license; general contractor and all subs must hold a Village license. New circuits and wiring are done by licensed electricians.
Do I need a permit for kitchen ventilation project in Roselle?
It depends on the scope. Roselle's rule in short: Permit required for projects including bathroom and kitchen remodeling, electrical and plumbing work; also water heater, roof, HVAC. We handle the permit when one is needed with Development & Engineering Services (Building & Zoning).
Do you work in my part of Roselle?
Yes. Our crews work across Roselle — ZIP 60172 — and nearby Bloomingdale, Hanover Park, Schaumburg.
Working in Roselle
- A lot of Roselle kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Roselle homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Development & Engineering Services (Building & Zoning) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60172
Kitchen Ventilation & Range Hoods nearby
Other kitchen services in Roselle
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.
Cabinet RefacingNew doors and fronts on your existing cabinet boxes.
Countertop Fabrication & InstallationQuartz, granite and butcher block, templated and installed.
Kitchen Backsplash InstallationTile backsplashes with clean lines and flush outlets.