How Much Does Range hood install – ducted Cost?
Range hood install – ducted typically costs $350 to $700 as a national estimate. The biggest price drivers are duct routing, exterior cap and cabinet modification, hood size and weight.
National estimate from the HandymanQuote price book · Prices reviewed August 30, 2026
National average range — your local pro sets their own price after reviewing your details.
Range hood install – ducted price ranges
Estimated tiers within the national range. Your local pro sets the actual price.
Basic
$350 – $455
Straightforward job, easy access, standard materials, nothing unexpected behind the surface.
Standard
$455 – $613
The most common outcome: typical scope, mid-grade materials, a little prep or adjustment along the way.
Extensive
$613 – $700+
Larger scope, premium materials, difficult access, or repairs needed before the main work can start.
Estimated time on site
About 2.5 hrs – 5.5 hrs for a standard job.
Estimated labor vs. materials
Roughly 65% labor and 35% materials for this type of work.
What affects the cost of range hood install – ducted?
Duct routing
A short run straight out an exterior wall is fastest; routing up through cabinets, ceiling or roof takes far longer.
Exterior cap and cabinet modification
Cutting the wall or roof cap and cutting through the cabinet above the range are both part of a ducted install.
Hood size and weight
Wide chimney and island hoods are heavy, need solid backing, and often need two installers.
Local labor rates
Rates vary market to market. Your quote reflects what the pro in your ZIP actually charges — not a national guess.
What's typically included?
- Removing the existing item if needed
- Installing and adjusting
- Reconnecting any utilities
- Testing and cleanup
Scope varies by pro — confirm what your quote covers.
What can increase the price?
- Duct routing: A short run straight out an exterior wall is fastest; routing up through cabinets, ceiling or roof takes far longer.
- Exterior cap and cabinet modification: Cutting the wall or roof cap and cutting through the cabinet above the range are both part of a ducted install.
- Hood size and weight: Wide chimney and island hoods are heavy, need solid backing, and often need two installers.
What can lower the price?
- Clear access to the work area before the pro arrives
- Bundling several projects into one visit to share the trip charge
- Supplying your own fixture or materials when your pro allows it
When should you hire a professional?
Work in this range involves specialty tools, code or permit requirements, and enough material cost that a mistake is expensive. A licensed pro carries the liability, pulls the permits, and stands behind the result.
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How much does range hood install – ducted cost?
Our national estimate for range hood install – ducted is $350 to $700. This is a planning range from the HandymanQuote national price book, not a guaranteed quote or an average of completed jobs. Enter your ZIP for an estimate based on local contractor pricing where available.
How long does range hood install – ducted take?
Plan on roughly 2.5 hrs – 5.5 hrs on site for a typical job. Larger scope or surprises found once work starts can extend that.
What makes range hood install – ducted cost more?
A short run straight out an exterior wall is fastest; routing up through cabinets, ceiling or roof takes far longer. Cutting the wall or roof cap and cutting through the cabinet above the range are both part of a ducted install. Wide chimney and island hoods are heavy, need solid backing, and often need two installers.
How we estimate range hood install – ducted prices
The $350–$700 range is a national estimate from the HandymanQuote price book, reviewed August 30, 2026. It is not an average of completed jobs and not a guaranteed quote. The tiers, time on site, and labor split are estimates derived from that range. When you enter your ZIP code and project details, you get an estimate based on local contractor pricing where a vetted pro serves your area, or the national estimate where one doesn't yet.
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