1950s hood on an old duct
A 1950s hood swap usually turns up a small, greasy duct and a damper that no longer closes. Those get replaced with the hood.
Serving Skokie & nearby Evanston, Park Ridge
Range Hood Installation in Skokie, IL
We install under-cabinet, wall chimney, island and insert range hoods in Skokie, ducted outside wherever the house allows.
- Installers working in Skokie ZIP 60076, 60077, 60203
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Range hood installs we handle in Skokie
Most kitchen ventilation complaints come from the install, not the hood: a duct that is too small, a long run full of elbows, or a fan that blows grease into the cabinet above. Our Skokie installers set the hood, the duct and the exterior cap as one system.
Island hood over a new island cooktop
Island cooktops lose smoke to cross drafts. We mount a ceiling hood sized for the cooktop and run the duct across or between the joists to the outside.
Swapping an over-the-range microwave for a hood
Microwave vents capture far less than a real hood. We remove the microwave, check the duct and install a hood that fits the space.
Hood too narrow for the cooktop
When the outer burners sit beyond the edge of the hood, much of what they produce escapes. A wider canopy captures more of the plume.
Flexible foil duct behind the old hood
If the old hood was hooked up with flexible foil, that duct comes out. Smooth metal duct moves more air and is easier to keep clean.
High-CFM hood and makeup air
A big fan in a well-sealed home can backdraft a water heater or furnace flue. We confirm what your village requires and plan makeup air when it applies.
Old hood that only recirculates
If your current hood has no duct and just pushes air back toward you, the fix is usually a ducted replacement with a proper exterior cap.
No hood over the range at all
If your range sits under bare cabinets, we can install a new hood with a new duct, a new exterior cap and a switched circuit.
Included with the install
- Site check and sizingCooktop width, fuel type and duct path are checked before a model is chosen.
- Blocking and mountingMounting points set at the height in the maker's instructions.
- Duct runA short, direct duct with as few elbows as possible.
- Wall cap or roof jackThe duct ends outside under a damper that closes when the fan is off.
- Electrical connectionThe hood connected to a suitable circuit; new wiring or switches are run by an electrician.
- Recirculating setupDuctless installs get the maker's charcoal filter kit and a clear plan for replacing it.
- Test and cleanupWe run the hood, confirm the damper opens and closes, and haul away the old unit.
Options to choose from
Inserts and linersFan units built into a custom wood, plaster or metal hood cover.
Island hoodsHoods suspended above an island, supported from the ceiling framing.
Ducted vs recirculatingVenting outdoors removes heat and moisture; ductless filtering is the fallback when no duct path exists.
Under-cabinet hoodsThe most common style, tucked under the upper cabinet above the range.
Duct, caps and dampersRigid galvanized or stainless duct, wall caps and roof jacks with backdraft dampers.
Range Hood Installation before and after — Skokie homes
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DetailSkokie kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: range hood installation
A two-story colonial from the 1990s in Skokie, a typical kitchen for Skokie. Before: black appliances and golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above. The main complaint was an old hood that was loud and pulled very little air. After: a new stainless chimney range hood ducted to the outside. The job covered electrical connection, recirculating setup, plus test and cleanup.
Before
AfterEvanston kitchen, 1920s courtyard-building condo: range hood installation
A 1920s courtyard-building condo in Evanston, a typical kitchen for Evanston. The kitchen as it was: a 24-inch apartment gas range and a narrow white refrigerator and 1980s white laminate flat-panel cabinets with peeling edge banding. The main complaint was smoke and smells that lingered in a small kitchen. The result: a new stainless chimney range hood ducted to the outside. Work included site check and sizing, duct run, plus electrical connection.
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Before
AfterA Park Ridge 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial in Park Ridge. What we started with: white appliances and white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim. What bothered the owners most: a recirculating hood that left the kitchen smoky. After: a new stainless chimney range hood ducted to the outside. On site this meant site check and sizing, duct run, plus electrical connection.
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Before
AfterA Skokie 1960s ranch: before and after
Cabinets in light butter yellow with polished nickel pulls, black honed granite counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, light oak hardwood flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
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Before
AfterSkokie kitchen, postwar bi-level: kitchen cabinet painting
The same doors sprayed in powder blue, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
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- Photos and modelSend photos of the range wall, the old hood and the cabinet above, plus the model you like.
- Duct route and sizingOn site we size the hood, pick the duct route and check permits and makeup air.
- Written estimateA clear written price with duct and electrical work listed separately.
- Install and testWe install, test the airflow and clean up the same day in most cases.
Range Hood Installation questions from Skokie homeowners
Ducted or ductless: which should I choose?
Ducted, whenever there is a reasonable path outside. A ductless hood with charcoal filters catches grease and some odor but returns heat and moisture to the room.
How much does range hood installation cost?
It depends on the hood type, whether a new duct and exterior cap are needed, wiring and any permit. We give a written, itemized estimate after the visit.
Can a range hood vent into the attic?
Never. We carry the duct through to an exterior termination.
How many CFM does my range hood need?
It depends on the range type, the burner output and the duct you can run. Gas ranges need more than electric, and very high CFM can trigger makeup-air rules.
Can I install a range hood myself?
Swapping a like-for-like under-cabinet hood is a manageable DIY for some people. New ducts, roof or wall penetrations and new wiring are where a pro saves trouble.
Skokie building permit for range hood installation: where do I apply?
Permits go through Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services Division (www.skokiepermits.com), phone (847) 933-8223. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Who inspects kitchen hoods and fire safety in Skokie?
Fire Prevention Bureau, 847-982-5340 (plan review meetings). We schedule the inspection and have the paperwork ready.
Do I need a Skokie-registered contractor for range hood installation?
Many contractors must be registered and insured with the Village each year; permits are not issued unless all listed contractors are registered and insured. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for range hood installation in Skokie?
It depends on the scope. Skokie's rule in short: Electrical work and plumbing or electrical system changes need a permit. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services Division.
Do you work in my part of Skokie?
Yes. Our crews work across Skokie — ZIP 60076, 60077, 60203 — and nearby Evanston, Park Ridge, Glenview.
Working in Skokie
- A lot of Skokie kitchens date from the 1950s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Skokie homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services Division handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
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Other kitchen services in Skokie
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Oven, Range & Cooktop InstallationGas and electric ranges, wall ovens and cooktops, safely connected.
Kitchen Electrical WorkNew circuits and outlets for kitchen appliances.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.