The best thing for you to do is to buy a ventless range hood, that doesn't require exterior venting. Most range hoods can be installed either way.
2007-08-09 03:12:51
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answer #1
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answered by Anonymous
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I didn't have an option, so we bought a microwave that is vented with a charcoal filter on the bottom of it, that I installed above the range. It works great, and wasn't very expensive either. SO, if you haven't bought your hood yet, check on the type that has this type of system~a lot less trouble and worries:) Actually, even if you do already have one, it would be cheaper to go out and buy this type compared to what it will cost you to rip into walls, behind cabinets, etc. and install the duct work you would need:)
Good Luck!!
2007-08-09 03:20:24
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answered by kandl722 4
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i'm greatly surprised that any condos (even previous ones) don't have a venting mechanism for the range. even in the adventure that your kitchen is on the interior the unit (maximum are), there ought to be piping that runs right into a venting device. examine which includes your landlord or great first and see if the previous tennants ought to have coated over the venting device who prefer the gap for storing over the vent concepts. that is fairly a threat that the venting device is there, purely hidden the two in the back of some timber or new cabinets that have been put in overtop of it. Your landlord, great (or maybe pals), ought to comprehend if the vents actually exist. If it somewhat is a no circulate, then you definately would desire a style hood that filters (cleans) the air and recirculates it, even however those are not one hundred% sensible.
2016-10-09 16:04:15
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answered by Anonymous
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There are many many cases where a vented range is mounted and the exhaust is vented up through the roof. In fact, that's the normal procedure.
My stove rests against an interior wall in my kitchen and the vent goes straight up, through a cabinet, into the attic and striaght on out the roof. I imagaine if you had a contractor perform the installation, they would most surely vent it out through the roof as well.
2007-08-09 03:46:22
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answered by stretch 7
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Venting your range hood is a good idea because the smoke and grease are expelled to the outside instead of being re-circulated.
First thing is to determine where to vent. That depends on your house and the location of the stove in it. The simplest is if your stove is on an outside wall, then you vent straight back through the wall, unfortunately this is not your situation. If your kitchen is on the upper floor, then running the vent straight up though the ceiling and out through the attic is an option (do not vent into the attic). Otherwise, you will need to go through the ceiling and run between joists to an outside wall (that’s the worst case scenario unless the ceiling is being re-done).
Most vents come with three exhaust options: front (recirculation) top and back. Make sure yours has the right type of exhaust for your application.
With an attic installation, you will need to cut an opening in the cupboard above your range hood and the ceiling above it to accommodate the ducting. Use metal ducting only (rigid ducting is best, but harder to work with). The duct can then be covered up with a wooden or melamine-covered box both inside the cupboard and above it to the ceiling. In the attic, locate the best location to install the vent; exterior walls are preferred to roof vents to avoid leaks. Install a good quality exterior vent that has a mesh that prevents animals from getting in. Connect your duct from your range hood to the exterior vent. Make sure that there are no low points, like a U, where condensation can accumulate. The best way to ensure this is to bring the duct higher than the vent and slope it continuously down to the exterior vent, again making sure there are no sags. Seal the joints in your duct with aluminium tape—not duct tape. Mount the exterior vent securely and seal it with silicone. Seal the point where your duct enters the attic to restore your vapour barrier. And insulate your duct to bring the condensation point closer to the outside.
Ceiling installations, like in a 2-storey house, are easiest if the ceiling is to be re-done because there is no ceiling material in the way, otherwise you will have to make access holes in your ceiling and repair it when you’re done. First, determine the direction of the joists above the kitchen to determine which outside wall will receive the exterior vent. You will need to cut an opening in the cupboard above your range hood and the ceiling above it to accommodate the ducting. Use metal ducting only (rigid ducting is best, but harder to work with). The duct can then be covered up with a wooden or melamine-covered box both inside the cupboard and above it to the ceiling. Run the ducts between the joists to the outside wall. Connect your duct from your range hood to the exterior vent. Make sure that there are no low points, like a U, where condensation can accumulate. The best way to ensure this is to bring the duct higher than the vent and slope it continuously down to the exterior vent, again making sure there are no sags. Seal the joints in your duct with aluminium tape—not duct tape. Mount the exterior vent securely and seal it with silicone.
Enjoy!
2007-08-09 05:24:22
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answered by Anonymous
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You didn't say if it's a suspended hood over an island range, new construction or a retrofit - but it sounds like it's time for an HVAC contractor. If you want to DIY, that would be a good place to go for advice (usually free) and the materials you would need. If you met with a contractor face to face, you would be able to explain to them exactly what you are working with.
Good Luck!
2007-08-09 03:39:48
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answered by AriJ 1
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Then the pipe would have to run along the joists until you can get to an outside wall.
2007-08-09 03:14:04
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answered by Fordman 7
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