What is a good CFM for a range hood?

• <div><p>Most residential range hoods have a CFM between 200 and 600. A higher CFM means your range hood is better at removing smoke and odors from your kitchen. The measurement ultimately depends on your stove’s width and heat output as well as the size of your kitchen. </p><p>Compared to the average size of a stove and kitchen, 350 CFM would be the minimum recommended rating for the average kitchen. However, selecting a higher CFM range hood would guarantee better ventilation to match your cooking habits, whether they’re minimal or extensive.</p></div>

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Q: What is a range hood?

• <div><p>A range hood is an <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-do-kitchen-exhaust-fans-work.htm">exhaust fan</a> for your kitchen, and several types and styles exist. They are meant to remove grease, moisture, and fumes from your stove. Although some models filter and recirculate the air, the most effective ones remove the air through a duct that&rsquo;s vented to the outdoors.</p></div>

Q: How do pros ensure efficient ventilation during installation?

• <div><p>By positioning ductwork for optimal airflow and reducing potential leaks.</p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to fix a range hood?

• <div><p>If a range hood has minor issues, the average repair costs <b>$85 to $210</b>. This accounts for both parts and labor. More extensive damage can cost as much as <b>$300 to $500</b>, at which point it may be worth considering completely replacing the range hood.</p></div>

Q: Do range hoods need to be vented outside?

• <div><p>No, range hoods do not necessarily have to be vented outside. Ductless or non-vented range hoods are available, which are common in condos or small kitchens where connecting to external ductwork isn't feasible. These hoods operate by taking in air, filtering it through charcoal filters to help eliminate smoke and odors, and then recirculating the cleaned air back into the kitchen. However, while these recirculating hoods are more versatile, venting to the outside is still the preferred and more effective method for completely removing smoke, odors, and gases from the room.</p></div>

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Customer care seems paramount. Shingles flew off the old roof after 5 years. Mnf home co. would not stand behind their product. Replaced a roof with installation flaws. Ridgeline did a prompt and professional installation correcting many flaws, missing ventilation along ridge cap, short nails,...
Ridgeline Roofing, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2021
James was very detailed to repairing of roof area that used to be an opening for chimney I removed. He also noticed inferior shingle work done by stove company's installation team of exhaust piping coming through roof near his repair, and corrected the issue avoiding future leakage that would...
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Reviewed in March 2021
I’m a new homeowner & had no idea that chimneys needed to be cleaned until my parents told me! I certainly wasn’t going to do it myself! I’m super grateful for Allysa & Crash! They were so flexible with my hectic schedule, so polite, & it didn’t cost me near as much as I thought it would, for...
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Reviewed in September 2018
This is based on chimney sweep and advice given at that time. We haven't yet had fireplace insert installed.
Portland Metro Masonry, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2016
The guy showed up within the timeframe that we agreed upon. He inspected and cleaned the chimney and cleaned up afterwards to the wife's satisfaction so that alone warrants an A rating.
Chimcare
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Reviewed in November 2014
Sears Home Improvement rep said our roof was shot and would cost $13,000 to replace. Our realtor recommended East Linn Roofing. Ron Housen Sr and Jr came out within an hour after contacting them. Ron Jr. said there was nothing wrong with our roof. I asked what it would cost to replace the roof...
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Reviewed in March 2014
They did a great job cleaning the chimney. They also offered some advice on making the wood stove more efficent. When they were running late they called to let us know they would be late. <br />
Murphy's Fireplace & Stoves Inc
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Reviewed in May 2013
Showed up at 7:15 AM (as promised), tear-off, disposal and new roof on by the time I got home from work at 4:00 PM. Came back to repair flashing by chimney discovered dry rot. Very polite and professional.
Stutzman & Kropf Contractors Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2013
I called them to get an estimate. Don came out within a week and gave us an estimate. We had heard great things about the company and their quality so we decided to go with them. They were very booked up, which I saw as a good sign. They're in high demand. It took two months to get the work...
Santiam Cabinets Inc
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Reviewed in January 2013
A very nice young man showed up on time and cleaned my chimney. I had a lot of questions and he answered all of them. Even let me watch so I could learn how to do it myself next time. <br />
Albany Stoves Inc
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Murphy's Fireplace & Stoves Inc

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"Showed up at 9:40 for 9:40 appointment. Job took 30 min. 2 workers. Nathan answered all my questions about the job and related fireplace issues. Happy to report that he stated when he didn't know the answer in depth, but suggested what may be the source of effects. The job was done quickly, professionally and cleanly. Quoted a list of optional improvements (chimney cap, brick cleaning/seal) and repairs (cement flue cap replacement) that should be considered, but that they not a limitation to safe usage of the fireplace. I would hire again."

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Serving Scio, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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"They were friendly, efficient and did a fantastic job on replacing/repairing our aging chimney. They replaced the flashing which was previously installed incorrectly. The new chimney cover works great and keeps the birds out. Excellent job on the clean up as well. Highly recommended."

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"Job was professionally done from bid thru cleanup. Experienced roofing crew found and repaired damage that was concealed at time of bid. These guys know their business. Dennis King came out and checked with us over the weekend prior to the job being commenced ( we did tear off). I will use this company again."

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"Insured job sight was cleaned daily and hauled all trash. I doubt we could have picked more caring people. We are highly satisfied.
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Chimney Caps questions, answered by experts

A range hood is an exhaust fan for your kitchen, and several types and styles exist. They are meant to remove grease, moisture, and fumes from your stove. Although some models filter and recirculate the air, the most effective ones remove the air through a duct that’s vented to the outdoors.

By positioning ductwork for optimal airflow and reducing potential leaks.

If a range hood has minor issues, the average repair costs $85 to $210. This accounts for both parts and labor. More extensive damage can cost as much as $300 to $500, at which point it may be worth considering completely replacing the range hood.

Most residential range hoods have a CFM between 200 and 600. A higher CFM means your range hood is better at removing smoke and odors from your kitchen. The measurement ultimately depends on your stove’s width and heat output as well as the size of your kitchen.

Compared to the average size of a stove and kitchen, 350 CFM would be the minimum recommended rating for the average kitchen. However, selecting a higher CFM range hood would guarantee better ventilation to match your cooking habits, whether they’re minimal or extensive.

No, range hoods do not necessarily have to be vented outside. Ductless or non-vented range hoods are available, which are common in condos or small kitchens where connecting to external ductwork isn't feasible. These hoods operate by taking in air, filtering it through charcoal filters to help eliminate smoke and odors, and then recirculating the cleaned air back into the kitchen. However, while these recirculating hoods are more versatile, venting to the outside is still the preferred and more effective method for completely removing smoke, odors, and gases from the room.

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