Range Hood Replacement & Installation in Katy, TX
Range hood installation for Katy, TX kitchens — swap the noisy, greasy hood over your stove for one that actually clears the air, installed in 2–4 hours from $295.
UES Solutions replaces and installs range hoods (vent hoods) across Katy, TX, starting at $295. Under-cabinet replacements take 2–4 hours; wall-mount chimney hoods about half a day; new duct runs to a roof or wall cap one day, from about $895. Ducted or ductless, backed by a 1-Year Workmanship Warranty.
Katy is mostly newer master-planned homes — big two-story builds, three-car garages, and HOAs that care how your house looks from the street. Builder-grade microwave hoods and ductless units are common in newer Katy kitchens, and a properly ducted range hood is a quick, noticeable upgrade.
The range hood is the most-ignored appliance in a Houston-area kitchen. Most homes have the 30-inch builder unit that came with the house — loud, dim, and either venting into a charcoal filter that was last changed in a previous administration, or into a duct that’s leaking grease into the cabinet above. Meanwhile the kitchen runs hot every time you cook, because in our climate a hood that doesn’t move air outside is a hood that pumps heat and humidity back at you.
UES Solutions replaces and installs under-cabinet and wall-mount chimney range hoods throughout Katy. Because our crew handles carpentry, roofing, drywall, and electrical, we do the whole job — including the parts appliance-store installers won’t touch: trimming a cabinet, cutting a new roof cap, adding a switched circuit, or patching the wall where the old hood was. Most replacements are finished in 2–4 hours. Send us a photo of what’s there now and we’ll quote it the same day.
Three range hood installation jobs we do most
Under-Cabinet Hood Swap
Like-for-like replacement of a 30″ or 36″ under-cabinet hood, ductless or on the existing duct. $295–$550, 2–4 hours.
Wall-Mount Chimney Hood
Replace a tired under-cabinet unit or a microwave with a stainless or glass chimney hood; bracket, chimney cover, duct, and power. $495–$750 on an existing duct.
New Ducted Install
Your kitchen has never vented outside. We run rigid duct through the attic to a roof or wall cap and, if needed, add power. From about $895; one day.
Before and after
A typical range hood installation: the loud, dim builder hood comes out, and a ducted stainless chimney hood goes in — same cabinet, same afternoon.
What’s included
- Old Hood Removal & Haul-AwayWe disconnect, remove, and dispose of the old hood, filters, and hardware.
- Under-Cabinet Hood InstallationMounted to the cabinet bottom, leveled, sealed, and wired — ductless or ducted.
- Wall-Mount Chimney Hood InstallationBracket anchored into studs, hood hung and leveled, telescoping chimney cover fitted to the ceiling.
- Duct Connection & SealingRigid duct connected with a backdraft damper and sealed with foil tape — no flex duct, no leaks into the cabinet.
- New Duct RunsRigid duct routed through the attic to a roof cap or through the wall to a wall cap, with proper flashing and damper.
- Electrical HookupHardwired or plug-in connection to existing power, or a new switched circuit where none exists.
- Cabinet & Drywall AdjustmentsTrimming a cabinet bottom, patching the old hood’s footprint, or filling an old duct hole so the finished install looks built-in.
- Test & WalkthroughEvery speed and light tested, damper checked, filters explained, and the area cleaned up.
Transparent pricing
Ductless under-cabinet replacements run $295–$395, ducted replacements $395–$550, and wall-mount chimney hoods on an existing duct $495–$750. Need a duct where there isn’t one? New duct runs start around $895, or $1,295 with new electrical. Every quote is written, itemized, and free.
| Job | What’s involved | Price | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ductless under-cabinet hood replacement | Remove old hood, mount new, wire to existing connection, charcoal filter | $295–$395 | 2–4 hrs |
| Ducted under-cabinet hood replacement | Same, plus reconnect and seal to existing duct, new damper if needed | $395–$550 | 2–4 hrs |
| Wall-mount / chimney hood on existing duct | Mount bracket, hang hood, fit chimney cover, connect duct and power | $495–$750 | Half day |
| New duct run | Cut penetration, run rigid duct through attic, install roof or wall cap with damper | from ~$895 | 1 day |
| New duct run + electrical | Above, plus a new circuit or switched outlet where none exists | from ~$1,295 | 1 day |
Prices are for installation labor and mounting/duct materials. The hood is supplied by you, or we can source one and add it to your quote. Every estimate is free, written, and itemized.
Range hood installation in Katy at a glance
| Service | Range hood (vent hood) replacement and installation |
|---|---|
| Hood types | Under-cabinet and wall-mount chimney hoods |
| Service area | Katy and nearby Fulshear, Brookshire, and the Grand Parkway corridor |
| Starting price | $295 |
| Time | Most swaps done in 2–4 hours; new ducted installs in 1 day |
| Includes | Removal and haul-away of the old hood, mounting, duct connection, electrical hookup, testing |
| Warranty | 1-Year Workmanship Warranty + manufacturer warranty |
| Estimate | Free, written, within 24 hours |
| Contact | (346) 581-2234 |
How it works
Call or text (346) 581-2234
Tell us what’s there now (under-cabinet or chimney, ducted or ductless) and send a photo — most jobs can be quoted from a picture.
Written quote within 24 hours
If you’ve already bought the hood, send us the model; if not, we’ll recommend one that fits your cabinet width and cooking style.
Installation
Most replacements are done in 2–4 hours. Chimney hoods take about half a day; new duct runs one day.
Test & warranty
We run every speed, check the damper, clean up, and back the install with the UES Solutions 1-Year Workmanship Warranty.
Where we do range hood installation in Katy
We work throughout Cinco Ranch, Cross Creek Ranch, Elyson, Cane Island, Grand Lakes, Seven Meadows, Firethorne, and Old Towne Katy, plus Fulshear, Brookshire, and the Grand Parkway corridor.
Range hood installation work across Katy
Chimney hoods, under-cabinet swaps, and the duct work behind them — what a UES range hood installation looks like.
Why Katy homeowners choose UES for range hood installation
Houston-area, not an appliance-store install network that subcontracts the job.
Our customers already trust us in their homes for painting, fences, and repairs.
Carpentry for the cabinet, roofing for the cap, electrical for the switch — the same crew, the same visit.
Every installer in your home is covered.
Written quote in 24 hours; most hoods swapped the same day in 2–4 hours.
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Ductless vs. ducted — which should you choose?
Most homeowners deciding on a range hood installation choose between ductless and ducted — here’s how they compare.
| Ductless (recirculating) | Ducted (vented outside) | |
|---|---|---|
| How it works | Pulls air through a charcoal filter and returns it to the kitchen | Pushes smoke, grease, steam, and heat outside through a duct |
| Removes | Some odor and grease | Odor, grease, smoke, steam, heat, and humidity |
| Install cost | $295–$395 (replacement) | $395–$750 (existing duct) · from ~$895 (new duct) |
| Best for | Condos, kitchens with no exterior wall or attic access, light cooking | Anyone who sears, fries, or cooks daily — and any gas range |
| Maintenance | Replace charcoal filter every 3–6 months | Clean or replace mesh/baffle filter monthly |
| Houston note | Adds heat and humidity back into the kitchen | Removes heat and humidity — the better choice in our climate |
UES Solutions 1-Year Workmanship Warranty
We stand behind our installation work. Range hood installations include a one-year workmanship warranty covering mounting, ductwork, and connections we perform, in addition to the manufacturer’s warranty on the hood itself.
While we’re in the kitchen…
A hood swap is a two-hour job, and the crew is already there. Common add-ons in the same visit: replacing the faucet or garbage disposal, installing a new microwave or dishwasher, adding under-cabinet lighting, patching and painting the backsplash wall, or fixing cabinet doors and drawers. One visit, one invoice.
Frequently asked questions
Do you offer range hood installation in Katy?
Yes. UES Solutions works throughout Katy, including Cinco Ranch, Cross Creek Ranch, Elyson, Cane Island, Grand Lakes, Seven Meadows, Firethorne, and Old Towne Katy, plus Fulshear, Brookshire, and the Grand Parkway corridor. Estimates are free and written, usually within 24 hours.
Can I get a range hood installation quote in Katy from photos?
Yes. Text a few photos to (346) 581-2234 or use our request form, and we will usually send a written quote for your Katy home the same day. If we need to see the space, we will schedule a quick visit.
How much does it cost to install a range hood?
Installation starts at $295. A ductless under-cabinet replacement runs $295–$395, a ducted replacement on an existing duct $395–$550, and a wall-mount chimney hood on an existing duct $495–$750. If your kitchen has no duct, a new run through the attic to a roof or wall cap starts around $895, or $1,295 if we also add electrical. Prices are for the install; the hood is supplied by you or added to the quote.
How long does range hood installation take?
Most replacements take 2–4 hours and are done the same day. A wall-mount chimney hood takes about half a day. A new duct run through the attic and roof takes one day.
Should I choose a ductless or a ducted range hood?
Ducted, if your kitchen can support it. A ducted hood sends smoke, grease, steam, and heat outside; a ductless hood filters some odor and grease through charcoal and returns the air — and the heat — to the kitchen. In the Houston climate that heat and humidity matter, and venting cooking byproducts outside is better for indoor air quality. Ductless makes sense when there’s no exterior wall or attic access, or for light cooking.
Can you add a duct where there isn’t one?
Yes. We run rigid duct from the hood through the attic to a roof cap, or straight through an exterior wall to a wall cap, with a backdraft damper and proper flashing. Most Katy homes have attic access above the kitchen, which makes this a one-day job starting around $895.
Can you replace an over-the-range microwave with a range hood?
Yes. We remove the microwave, cap or reuse its power, and install an under-cabinet or chimney hood in its place — often with a cabinet modification or a filler panel to close the gap. It’s quoted case by case; send a photo.
What size range hood do I need?
Match the hood width to your cooktop — 30″ for a 30″ range, 36″ for a 36″. For power, a general rule is 100 CFM per linear foot of range for electric cooktops and more for gas or heavy frying. Hoods above roughly 400 CFM may require makeup air under code; we’ll tell you if yours does.
Do I need a permit to install a range hood?
A like-for-like replacement doesn’t require a permit in Katy. Cutting a new roof or wall penetration, or adding a new electrical circuit, can — we’ll tell you up front and handle it if so.
Will you patch the wall or cabinet where the old hood was?
Yes. If the new hood has a smaller footprint or the old duct hole is in a different spot, we patch and finish the drywall or cabinet so it looks like the hood was always there. Repainting the wall can be added to the same visit.
Is the installation under warranty?
Yes. Every installation is covered by the UES Solutions 1-Year Workmanship Warranty on the mounting, duct, and connections we perform, in addition to the manufacturer’s warranty on the hood.
Why won’t the appliance store install my new hood?
Big-box delivery installers are typically limited to like-for-like swaps with an existing duct and outlet. Anything that requires cutting a cabinet, patching drywall, running a new duct, or adding electrical falls outside their scope. That’s exactly the work we do, and we’ll install a hood you bought anywhere.
Do you install island hoods, downdrafts, or custom hood inserts?
Our standard pricing covers under-cabinet and wall-mount chimney hoods, which are the large majority of homes. Island hoods, downdraft units, and inserts for a custom wood hood are quoted case by case — send us a photo and the model and we’ll tell you if it’s a fit.
Ready to clear the air?
Call or text UES Solutions for a free, written estimate — or send us a photo of your current hood and we’ll quote it the same day.