Microwave that sags, wobbles or pulls away from the wall
A loose over-the-range unit is a hazard over a hot range. We check the top bolts and the plate, then rehang it with screws into solid wood.
Serving Tinley Park & nearby Orland Park, Woodridge
Microwave Installation in Tinley Park, IL
Over-the-range, drawer and built-in microwaves installed in Tinley Park: anchored into the wall, bolted to the cabinet and vented the right way.
- Serving Tinley Park ZIP 60477, 60487
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Microwave installs we take on in Tinley Park
Lifting a microwave onto a wall plate is a two-person job, but the real work is around it: finding solid framing, drilling the cabinet to the template, routing the cord to an outlet above and lining up the duct. Our Tinley Park installers handle all of it and haul the old unit away.
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.
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 drawer in an island or base cabinet
A drawer microwave slides into a base cabinet cutout below the counter, and the island needs an outlet behind it. We prepare the opening and secure the unit flush.
Cabinet above that's the wrong width or depth
Some cabinets over the range are too deep or have a recessed bottom. We shim or modify them so the top bolts pull the unit snug and level.
Over-the-range microwave replacing a range hood
A hood is usually hardwired and has no outlet above it, while an over-the-range microwave plugs into a receptacle in the cabinet. We add the outlet, reuse or adapt the duct and hang the new unit.
Convection or air-fry microwave on an old circuit
An air-fryer microwave over the range does more work than a basic one. If the outlet shares a circuit with the counter, an electrician separates it.
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.
What we hook up and check
- 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.
- Outlet and circuitPower where the new unit needs it, with any new circuit wired by a licensed electrician.
- Studs located and wall plate mountedWe find the framing and fasten the bracket to solid wood.
- Blower set and duct connectedThe fan is set for outside venting through the wall or roof, or for recirculation with a filter.
- Unit hung and boltedThe unit is hooked on the bracket, bolted from above and checked for level.
- Testing and haul-awayHeating, exhaust and light tested, old appliance and boxes removed.
What to pick before the install
Venting partsDamper, duct transitions, charcoal filters and wall or roof caps.
Microwave drawersDrawer units set in a base cabinet, reachable without lifting dishes overhead.
Built-in and trim-kit microwavesMicrowaves set into a wall or pantry cabinet with a finishing trim.
Over-the-range microwavesMicrowaves with a built-in exhaust fan and light that mount above the range.
Convection and air-fry combosMulti-mode microwaves that can stand in for a second oven.
Kitchens like yours in Tinley Park: before and after
Before
Installed
DetailBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Tinley Park
A 1980s two-story in Tinley Park, a typical kitchen for Tinley Park. The kitchen as it was: 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. Work included pre-install check, old unit or hood removed, plus outlet and circuit.
Before
AfterA Woodridge 1980s condo: before and after
A 1980s condo near Seven Bridges, a typical kitchen for Woodridge. What we started with: white appliances. The main complaint was a weak hood and a microwave stuck on the counter. After: a new over-the-range microwave installed above the range and vented. Work included pre-install check, studs located and wall plate mounted, plus unit hung and bolted.
Microwave Installation in Woodridge →
Before
AfterBerwyn kitchen, prewar foursquare: microwave installation
This one is a prewar foursquare near Depot District. Before: an almond range and refrigerator. 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. On site this meant pre-install check, old unit or hood removed, plus studs located and wall plate mounted.
Microwave Installation in Berwyn →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Tinley Park
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 Tinley Park →
Before
AfterA Tinley Park 1980s two-story: before and after
Finished: the same doors sprayed in light butter yellow, new brushed nickel bar pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Tinley Park →From the old unit to the new one
- Send the model and photosTell us which microwave you bought and show us where it goes.
- 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 Tinley Park homeowners
Can you install a microwave I bought at a big-box store or online?
Yes. Many of our microwave jobs are units owners bought themselves.
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.
What size over-the-range microwave fits my kitchen?
Standard models fit most ranges. Low cabinets or a wider pro range may call for a low-profile unit or a hood instead.
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.
Will you take the old microwave or hood away?
We do. Removal and haul-away are part of the job.
Does microwave installation need a Tinley Park building permit, and who files it?
Permits go through Building Department (Community Development), phone 708-444-5100. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Does Tinley Park require a licensed electrician for microwave installation?
Changing electric service must be done by a licensed electrical contractor. New circuits and wiring are done by licensed electricians.
What happens to the old appliance in Tinley Park?
Hauler Homewood Disposal (708-479-9555); oversized bulk items $45 each. If you'd rather not deal with it, we haul old units and debris away.
Do I need a Tinley Park-registered contractor for microwave installation?
Village contractor license required for all contractors; $100/year general, $50/year subcontractor. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for microwave installation in Tinley Park?
It depends on the scope. Tinley Park's rule in short: Permit required before construction, alteration or repair; extensive remodeling needs a permit. We handle the permit when one is needed with Building Department (Community Development).
Do you work in my part of Tinley Park?
Yes. Our crews work across Tinley Park — ZIP 60477, 60487 — and nearby Orland Park, Woodridge, Bolingbrook.
Working in Tinley Park
- A lot of Tinley Park kitchens date from the 2000s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Tinley Park homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Building Department (Community Development) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
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Microwave Installation nearby
Other kitchen services in Tinley 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.