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>

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>

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>

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Reviewed in April 2026
I can not say enough great things about Jack Strickland. He was professional and knowledgeable. Above all he was honest and trustworthy and worked so hard to fix a chimney that was a total mess.
St. Florian's Chimney Company
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Reviewed in August 2025
I highly recommend L-H Masonry for any outside masonry work . In our case, the chimney was weakened by decades of neglect from previous owners due to water damage ! One quarter of the top chimney needed to be replaced and they restored other areas near the base of the chimney and the front...
L-H Masonary
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Reviewed in July 2025
Our chimney and fireplace had not been used since at least 2018, so we needed someone to check it out prior to using it. They both cleaned the chimney and inspected it for any issues. The issues they did find they brought photos of and explained to us. They were polite and kind and respectful of...
H & T Chimney Sweeping
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Reviewed in September 2023
This company replaced my existing chimney cap with a custom cap. They were paid in full at the time of service. Post the repair I have had several consistent issues while attempting to use the fireplace, largely SMOKE entering the home. Upon inspection it was found that the custom cap has a 2 in...
LD Phillips Company
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Reviewed in April 2022
Bernard did a beautiful job repairing our front stoop and fixing the masonry on our chimney. I would recommend him to anyone!
Bernard Moyer Masonry
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Reviewed in July 2020
I needed an old gas pipe removed. It branched off from the main in my kitchen and went through a wall to my living room, where it had been used for a heating stove. The line had several 90 degree turns, as it wrapped around an old chimney. Mr Thurston did the full job in five minutes! It was...
Ernest W. Thurston & Son, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2020
Dustin was fantastic. I had only tried homecadvisor one other time and I never got any one to come out. I was able to schedule an appointment immediately and he called me right back to check on the schedule. We actually changed to a day earlier and he was right on time. He was able to get...
Honeycutt Chimney Sweeping and Inspection
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Reviewed in March 2019
Great Job. Bought a house with a fireplace and two wood stoves. Called Chimney Cricket on Friday afternoon and Jeff was able to come on Saturday. He was familiar with the chimney having cleaned it in the past for the previous owner. He looked at one stove and said it was fine and didn’t need...
Chimney Cricket Chimney Sweep
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Reviewed in February 2018
The rep showed up on time. Inspected the chimney with a flexible probe fed from the inside up into the chimney as well as getting up on the roof and visually inspecting the chimney from the roof. He was very honest and said there was no build up and a cleaning was not needed. I was appreciative...
Blue Ridge Chimney Services
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Chimney Caps questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes, professionals can often retrofit models with minimal disruption.

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.

Regular cleaning of filters and checking ducting ensures effective operation.

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.

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