Buying a Range Hood? Read This First

 

Buying a Range Hood? Read This First

If you’re a fan of fifteen-minute dinners, it might be time to invest in a range hood. While canned goods, one-pot meals, and dump dinners are excellent, they are also prone to smoke and carbon monoxide. This means you need a kitchen range hood designed for light cooking and reducing smoke and heat. Below are some of the most common things to know before you buy a kitchen range hood.

Cost of installing a range hood in a kitchen

Adding a range hood to your kitchen will not only improve its function, but it will also look great. This appliance captures odors and pulls heat from the kitchen when cooking. However, installing a new range hood is a substantial investment. Depending on the type of ductwork and the number of burners on your stove, your range hood’s price may vary from several hundred to a few thousand dollars.

Types of filters available for a range of hood

Before you decide which filter type to choose for your range hood, it is helpful to understand the various filters. Most hood filters feature a visible frame outside the baffle assembly. Frameless filters, however, feature the baffles going all the way to the edge of the unit. Frameless filters are generally thinner and less visible, offering an overall more attractive look. Stainless steel mesh filters, on the other hand, are usually flat and level. A baffle filter is more efficient in trapping grease.

Carbon monoxide levels in a kitchen without a range hood

If you’re looking to upgrade your kitchen ventilation system, here are a few signs you need a new range hood: Your current hood is not efficient enough, or you don’t get a clean sweep of smoke and cooking odors after cooking. Make sure you check your hood’s height, too, to ensure you’re getting the most out of it. While high-speed fans can improve a kitchen, they may not be powerful enough to clear smoke and cooking odors.

Besides removing cooking odors, range hoods also improve the air quality in the kitchen. Not only do they filter out harmful air pollutants, but they also prevent cooking-related smells from settling on countertops and cabinets. Additionally, range hoods help preserve kitchen surfaces and make them look newer for longer. And if you’re planning on selling your home, you’ll want to ensure your kitchen is in tip-top shape and equipped with a range hood.

Cleaning a range hood’s motor

While cleaning your range hood, consider also cleaning its fan blades. Dirt can accumulate on these blades, which reduces the range hood’s performance and tax its motor. Regular cleaning will help keep your range hood running at peak performance and avoid burnout in the motor. To clean the fan blades, pop out the cover and use a soft, non-abrasive rag to wipe the edges. If you use a water-based cleaner, make sure to separate the filter and housing from the fan blades.

You might have noticed that the smoke from your kitchen is not clearing from your vent hood, which means it’s clogged. You should clean the duct regularly to remove any buildup of grease, which can make the fan motor work harder. You can also clean the motor using a degreaser and a hard cloth. Use this solution to remove grease from the motor and clean the surface. Then, use a new sponge to rinse the hood and filter.

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