What type of duct is best for venting a range hood?

• <div><p>Smooth galvanized metal ducting is best and safest for venting a hood range. It’s best to avoid flexible and corrugated types of ducting, as these options don’t provide ample airflow and may not meet local code. For specific advice on which type of duct might be best for your kitchen, reach out to a range hood installation professional.</p></div>

Will the amount of CFM affect the price of my range hood?

• <div><p>A higher CFM will make the price of your range hood more expensive. It can be challenging to speculate how much the CFM rating affects price, but ductless range hoods—that don’t need as high of a CFM as ducted range hoods—are less expensive than their alternative. On average, ductless hoods cost between <b>$100 and $300</b>, while ducted hoods can cost as much as <b>$1,000</b>.</p></div>

Can any microwave go over the range?

• <div><p>No, you can’t install just any microwave over your range. You have to get a specific type of microwave known as an over-the-range unit. These include venting and lighting features that you’ll need above your stovetop. </p><p>Although countertop units are more affordable, they won’t work for this type of installation. To avoid hazardous conditions in your kitchen, buy the right type of microwave for your needs.</p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2026
Failure to provide promised warranty repair of defective installation. Pro Superior replaced the siding on my house and as part of the project they reinstalled the chimney cap on my chimney. During January&#39;s heavy rains, I discovered rain had leaked from the top of my fireplace (see...
Pro Superior Construction, Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2024
I thought painters just paint. Kannel's Paint Services paint and also fix up my house exterior beams and also the chimney corner wood beams as well. They tore off and replaced 4 of my rotten wooden roof beams and also my chimney wood beams. They replaced them and painted my whole house. ...
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Reviewed in January 2024
Due to some recent wind storms, the ridge caps on the top of the roof was blown off / missing. The roof is old, but still in decent shape. Unfortunately it did not survive the wind storm. Todd was able to quickly send someone out to take a look and was able to repair it the next day. He quote...
Emerald State, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
Nathan did a great job of explaining what the issues were and what he was doing. One thing was that the initial range of how much the service would cost was drastically lower ($300-$400) than what it actually ended up costing ($800). Because they charge to come out and take a look, I figured I...
Cali Chimney Sweep Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2022
They were prompt and advised when they were on the way. They had the right cap, and the repairs looked good.
Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
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Reviewed in December 2021
A much needed repair of the leak around chimney prompted me to start looking for a roofer before the rain comes back. They responded fast, came for an inspection and estimate and had it repaired within a week after that. Pictures showed a beautifully repaired perimeter of the chimney. The...
Top 1 Expert Home improvement LLC
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Reviewed in November 2021
Project: Clean and Inspect a Wood Fireplace Chimney Javid was very polite and effifcient, he ensured the fire burned cleanly and then cleaned up so I wouldn't know he was here. Will definitely rehire.
Duct Pros
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Reviewed in December 2020
Excellent Experience! I highly recommend Rass for chimney sweeping. Rass did an excellent job: He was prompt, efficient, skilled, pleasant to work with. I appreciated the extra care he took to be Covid safe: He was masked, asked to have doors and windows opened, remained socially distanced,...
Duct Pros
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Reviewed in April 2017
Tony was prompt for initial appointment as well as each day of the project. The crew (Harvey, Andy and Tony) took 3 continuous days and they were extremely courteous, attentive to details, explained the work project thoroughly and open to questions. The work area was kept clean daily and the...
United Chimney Service, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2017
John is a really great stonemason and a creative artist, The chimney project surpassed our high expectations. His work is consistently excellent and we would recommend him most highly.
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Penguin Fireplace Inc.

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"It went fine. Three guys installed it in 3 hours. They took care to lay tarps so my white carpeting would remain white. They showed me how to use the fireplace insert and gave me tips about wood.
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Mr. Fix It Roofing and Paving

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Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

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"Like I said the first time never disappointed me right on it even got a discount for using him the second time"

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Chimney Caps questions, answered by experts

Smooth galvanized metal ducting is best and safest for venting a hood range. It’s best to avoid flexible and corrugated types of ducting, as these options don’t provide ample airflow and may not meet local code. For specific advice on which type of duct might be best for your kitchen, reach out to a range hood installation professional.

A higher CFM will make the price of your range hood more expensive. It can be challenging to speculate how much the CFM rating affects price, but ductless range hoods—that don’t need as high of a CFM as ducted range hoods—are less expensive than their alternative. On average, ductless hoods cost between $100 and $300, while ducted hoods can cost as much as $1,000.

No, you can’t install just any microwave over your range. You have to get a specific type of microwave known as an over-the-range unit. These include venting and lighting features that you’ll need above your stovetop.

Although countertop units are more affordable, they won’t work for this type of installation. To avoid hazardous conditions in your kitchen, buy the right type of microwave for your needs.

Typically 1-2 hours, factoring in ductwork and electrical connections.

Yes, professionals can often retrofit models with minimal disruption.

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