Range Hood Repair and Kitchen Exhaust Fan Repair

You want your kitchen to smell of delicious aromas. Range hoods, also known as vent hoods or extractor hoods, have kitchen exhaust fans that help you accomplish this by providing odor removal and ventilation. If you need range hood repair, call the experts at Mr. Appliance® for expert service so you can have a comfortable, inviting kitchen again.

Don’t delay! Built-up grease and smoke can damage your walls and cabinets and hurt your indoor air quality. Simply schedule service online or call us. The Mr. Appliance technicians in your location will address the problem quickly.

Common Types of Range Hoods We Repair

There are a variety of vent hood types. Using a mechanical fan and filtration, some kitchen exhaust fans push air outside your home, while others merely filter it and recirculate it back into your kitchen. No matter what type you have, the technicians at Mr. Appliance are always ready to perform expert range hood repair!

• Ducted These range hoods exhaust air to the outside of your home.
• Non-Ducted or Recirculated These hoods recirculate air after filtering it.
• Under-Cabinet Typically non-ducted, these vent hoods offer replaceable filters.
• Wall-Mounted Chimney These are installed against the wall and appear similar to a home chimney.
• Ceiling-Mounted Chimney Also called island hoods, these are typically suspended above cooking islands.
• Custom Built-In These blend in with cabinetry and have ventilation built into the wall.

The size / strength of range hood a home needs depends on kitchen size and other factors. Your vent hood should cover the full width of your range and be placed over at least 50 percent of your burners. Specifically, the Home Ventilating Institute recommends a minimum of 40 CFM for every linear foot of range.

Available Range Hood Repairs

• Cavaliere
• Broan
• Kobe

Common Vent Hood Issues We Repair

Notice any of these problems? Give our experts a call!

• Vent hood is not clearing smoke.

  In non-ducted systems, this is often due to an old filter that needs to be replaced. In ducted systems, the problem could be due to numerous issues preventing exhaust from being properly evacuated. Whatever it is, we can diagnose and fix it!

• Air is not venting outside.

  This is typically due to a broken fan blade, kitchen exhaust fan motor, or blower motor that has stopped working. There also may be something stuck in the blower motor. Call our experts to troubleshoot and repair your kitchen exhaust fan.

• The motor hums.

  This is most often the result of a defective exhaust fan motor in need of replacement. It may also be due to something caught in or rubbing against the blower wheel housing or fan blade.

• The motor is loud.

  This could be the result of a vent hood motor that is damaged, worn out, or in need of replacement. Other issues include worn exhaust fan motor bearings. Let us troubleshoot and expertly repair your range hood motor.

• The lights aren't working.

  The vent hood repair may be as simple as replacing a burnt-out bulb. Or the problem could be a defective light assembly, light socket, switch, or main control board. If the bulb isn’t the issue, our experts can get to the bottom of this.

• The fan and light aren't working.

  This may be due to a defective control board, defective switch, or blown thermal fuse. Take action fast so grease and smoke don’t build up in your kitchen.

• The keypad doesn’t work.

  This is most often caused by a defective control board. When you call us, we can quickly diagnose this situation and help you determine the proper range hood repairs.

Range Hood Replacement Parts

Mr. Appliance^® can replace any part on your vent hood and kitchen exhaust fan:

• Filters
• Lights
• Motors
• Exhaust fan motors
• Fans
• Control boards
• Blower wheel housings
• Light assemblies
• Sockets
• Switches

Mr. Appliance wants to get your vent hood back up and running quickly so you can move on with your day and start enjoying your kitchen again. We are the appliance repair experts you can trust for efficient range hood repair!

Schedule service online or contact us today!

Services may vary by location. For more information, including the most accurate list of services and guidance, contact your locally owned and operated Mr.Appliance® for details and a customized on-site assessment.

Mr. Appliance^® is one of the Neighborly family of service brands and is committed to assisting homeowners with appliance repair and maintenance solutions. Our vast network of experienced pros will also answer your questions on a variety of different services. Here are answers to some of your most frequently asked questions about vent hood repair and replacement needs.

What are common signs that my vent hood needs repair?

• The vent is not removing the smoke and odors: Both external venting (ducted) or recirculating (non-ducted) ventilation options may fail to perform correctly and result in a smoky or odorous kitchen. In non-ducted systems, the solution likely involves changing the filter. In external venting systems, the possible causes include clogged ducts, a damaged fan, or a broken motor.
• The fan is noisy: In some cases, you may detect a humming sound, which often results from friction between the fan blade or blower housing and some other object. A noisy exhaust fan typically results from worn-out motor bearings.
• Inoperable lights or keypads: When the unit’s lights are not working, the problem may be a dead bulb or a damaged light socket or assembly. Malfunctioning keypads usually result from damaged control boards.

After recognizing these signs, you are encouraged to contact a service professional regarding residential vent hood repairs.

Can I clean my vent hood filter, or do I need a replacement?

Yes, you can clean your vent hood filter if it’s a stainless steel or aluminum mesh type—most stainless steel filters are dishwasher safe, and aluminum mesh filters can be soaked and scrubbed. However, charcoal filters aren’t washable and will need replacing when they become saturated.

How often should I check my vent hood filter?

Filters should generally be inspected every one to three months and either cleaned or replaced accordingly. The frequency of filter cleaning or replacement may vary significantly based on how often you cook, the type of filter(s), and any manufacturer recommendations.

How often should I have my vent hood serviced?

For the majority of people, having your vent hood serviced every 6 to 12 months will suffice. For example, RangeCraft, a range hood manufacturer, encourages customers to have a professional inspection every six months. The Canadian Gas Association (CGA) recommends an annual maintenance inspection for range hoods.

Are repairs available for all types of vent hoods?

Yes. The first distinction between these systems is whether they use external (ducted) venting or recirculating (non-ducted) venting. External systems use exhaust fans to push the air through ducts (conduits) to the outdoors. Recirculating venting systems capture the air and pass it through a filter before releasing it back into the kitchen.

The air in the kitchen is initially extracted through a range hood, which is commonly positioned just above the cooking appliance, such as the range or oven. Under-cabinet vent hoods are positioned somewhat discretely below a kitchen cabinet and are usually non-ducted. Wall-mounted vent hoods are often referred to as canopy-style or chimney-style. Ceiling-mounted vent hoods are canopy-style and can hang directly above an island.

There is also a variety of customized vent hoods, many of which are newer designs. For example, there are retractable downdraft types that remain flush with the countertop or other surface and are moved or adjusted above when needed.

At Mr. Appliance, we provide vent hood repair and additional residential appliance services to the majority of the top brands found in the vent hood market today, including Cavaliere, Kobe, Broan, Fotile, THOR, and Hauslane.

Will repairing my vent hood improve my kitchen’s air quality?

Health Canada acknowledges the importance of indoor air quality. For example, cooking with gas or electric stoves generates small, airborne particulate matter (PM). Further, gas stoves may emit nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and carbon monoxide (CO), and cooking also results in water vapour that may promote mold growth. When set to a high setting, a range hood exhaust unit may limit the presence of cooking-related indoor pollutants by approximately 80%.

The experts with Mr. Appliance provide superior repair and maintenance services for homeowners with range or microwave vent hoods. Please visit our website for further details or to schedule a service appointment.