Range Hoods and Ventilation
A good hood moves steam, smoke and grease out of the house. We help you choose between wall, island, under-cabinet and custom hoods, size them to your range, plan the duct run and finish them in metal, plaster, wood or tile. Make-up air and noise are part of the plan.
- Best forKitchens with smoky cooking, grease or no real ventilation
- Typical planChoose the hood, plan the duct, build, install, test
- TeamInstallers, carpenters and trades
- Pairs well withNew ranges, backsplash and open shelves
What range hoods and ventilation includes
- 1Sized to the rangeHood width and power are matched to the range and how you cook.
- 2Vented outsideDucts run to the outdoors, with the shortest, straightest path we can make.
- 3Custom looksMetal, plaster, wood and tile hoods become a feature of the kitchen.
- 4Quiet and cleanWe pay attention to noise, filters and ease of cleaning.
From the first visit to the finished kitchen
- 1Choose the hoodYou pick the type, finish and size.
- 2Plan the ductWe map the duct path and the outside vent.
- 3Build and installThe hood and any custom cover are built and installed.
- 4Test and explainWe check the airflow and show you how to use and clean it.
Is range hoods and ventilation right for you?
- Your kitchen smells of last night's dinner
- You are installing a new range
- You want a statement hood
- Your old hood is loud or does not vent outside
About range hoods and ventilation
Does the hood need to vent outside?
Venting outside is usually best, because it removes moisture and grease from the house. Recirculating hoods are a fallback when ducting is not possible.
How big should the hood be?
Most are at least as wide as the range, and a little wider looks better. Power depends on the range and the way you cook.
Can you build a custom hood?
Yes. Plaster, wood and metal hoods can be built to your design and finished to match the kitchen.
Often paired with this
Appliance InstallationRanges, ovens, hoods, dishwashers, refrigerators and microwaves set, leveled and connected.See the service 
Backsplash InstallationSubway, herringbone, zellige, slab or mosaic: the wall behind the counter, set with straight lines.See the service 
Kitchen Electrical UpdatesMore outlets, dedicated circuits, safe wiring and the right switches, planned to your layout.See the service Find range hoods and ventilation near you
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Thinking about range hoods and ventilation?
Call or text, or send the form. Tell us about your kitchen and we will tell you how we would approach it.