Old microwave swap where the holes don't line up
A new unit almost never matches the old bracket. We take down the old plate, install the new one from its own template and fill the old screw holes.
Serving Wheaton & nearby Glen Ellyn, Winfield
Microwave Installation in Wheaton, IL
Over-the-range, drawer and built-in microwaves installed in Wheaton: anchored into the wall, bolted to the cabinet and vented the right way.
- Serving Wheaton ZIP 60189, 60187
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Microwave installs we take on in Wheaton
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 Wheaton 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.
No outlet in the cabinet above
Running an extension cord through the cabinet isn't an option. We have a proper outlet installed above the microwave before we mount it.
Should it vent outside or recirculate?
Venting outdoors through a damper is the stronger option for a gas range; recirculation only filters the air. We check what's behind the wall before choosing.
Convection or air-fry microwave on an old circuit
Bigger multi-mode microwaves may trip a breaker that also feeds the toaster and coffee maker. A dedicated circuit fixes that.
Duct that doesn't line up with the new unit
The exhaust opening on a new microwave may sit inches away from the old hood duct. We fit a transition piece or adjust the opening so air moves without leaks.
Built-in microwave with a trim kit
A countertop model can look built in when it goes into a wall cabinet with the maker's trim kit. We cut or size the opening so the trim covers it cleanly.
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.
Moving the microwave off the counter
Many owners want the counter clear. We look at the range wall, the base cabinets and the wall cabinets to see where a mounted microwave fits best.
Included with the install
- Pre-install checkMeasurements, power and venting are checked against the installation instructions.
- 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.
- Studs located and wall plate mountedThe mounting plate is leveled and screwed into studs per the template.
- Cabinet drilled to the templateThe upper cabinet is marked and drilled so the bolts and cord line up.
- Blower set and duct connectedThe fan is set for outside venting through the wall or roof, or for recirculation with a filter.
- Testing and haul-awayWe run the microwave, the fan at each speed and the light, then take the old unit and packaging away.
Options to choose from
Over-the-range microwavesThe most common type: a microwave and a vent fan in one unit over the cooktop.
Convection and air-fry combosMulti-mode microwaves that can stand in for a second oven.
Low-profile over-the-range modelsSlimmer microwaves for kitchens with limited space over the range.
Microwave drawersUnder-counter microwaves that open like a drawer, often in an island.
Built-in and trim-kit microwavesUnits framed into cabinetry so they look part of the kitchen.
Before and after: kitchens near Wheaton
Before
Installed
DetailBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Wheaton
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Wheaton. The kitchen as it was: white appliances. What bothered the owners most: an old hood and a countertop microwave eating prep space. The result: a new over-the-range microwave installed above the range and vented. The job covered old unit or hood removed, outlet and circuit, plus cabinet drilled to the template.
Before
AfterA Glen Ellyn 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial in Glen Ellyn. 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. Work included pre-install check, studs located and wall plate mounted, plus testing and haul-away.
Microwave Installation in Glen Ellyn →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1980s two-story, Wheaton
What changed: cabinets in muted aubergine with matte black pulls, dark soapstone-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Wheaton →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Wheaton
Finished: the same doors sprayed in white uppers and dusty blue lowers, new polished nickel pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Wheaton →Install day
- 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 estimateAn itemized estimate covering removal, mounting, venting and any outlet or cabinet work.
- Install and testWe hang it, connect it, run it and take the old one away.
Microwave Installation questions from Wheaton 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.
Can you install a microwave I bought at a big-box store or online?
We do. Send the model number and we bring the mounting and vent parts it needs.
How high should an over-the-range microwave be above the stove?
The maker's instructions give the minimum. Too low is unsafe over a hot range, so we check it on the visit.
What size over-the-range microwave fits my kitchen?
Width usually matches a standard range; what changes is height, depth and the cabinet above. Send us the model and photos before ordering.
Do I need an electrician to install an over-the-range microwave?
Usually not for a straight swap. When a hood is being replaced or there's no receptacle overhead, electrical work is part of the job.
What does Wheaton ask for on electrical work?
Electrical contractors must submit a copy of their electrical license to register. New circuits and wiring are done by licensed electricians.
What is the Wheaton building department phone number?
Permits go through Building & Code Enforcement Department, phone 630-260-2050. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a Wheaton-registered contractor for microwave installation?
Yes: contractors register online with the City; $75 fee, renewed annually. We take care of that before work starts.
Do you work in my part of Wheaton?
Yes. Our crews work across Wheaton, including Downtown Wheaton, Wheaton Center, Danada Square area — ZIP 60189, 60187 — and nearby Glen Ellyn, Winfield, Glendale Heights.
Working in Wheaton
- A lot of Wheaton kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Wheaton homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Older paint is treated with lead-safe practices: containment, HEPA cleanup and a clean hand-over.
Downtown WheatonWheaton CenterDanada Square area
ZIP 60189ZIP 60187
Microwave Installation nearby
Other kitchen services in Wheaton
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.