DIY Over the Range Microwave Oven Removal/Under Cabinet Range Hood Installation

[@svyyoung9307]

Thank you (three years later!) for making this post. I need to do the exact same changeout, and while I am sort of handy, I have never done this type of work. My, very nice, over the range microwave broke last week and I have decided that having a range hood with light is the better option overall, even though I lose a little counter space to a new counter top microwave. I am so grateful for your video as it shows me exactly what I will be doing later this week.

[@diypotentials]

I’m so glad hearing that. All my best for next week. Thanks!

[@CarlFernandez-v3q]

This is the only video of the four I watched that actually took the time to show the "tricky parts" of installation. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@diypotentials]

Thank you!

[@Shao-wen_Wu]

I currently have a microwave range hood and the suction is almost nonexistent. Thank you for the video, it’s the most detailed one on KZbin in terms of taking the microwave range hood down as well as installing the new range hood.

[@jeffturner7041]

I'll be doing this exact project in a few weeks and watching this saved me a lot of "learning on the job". Thanks for posting.

[@diypotentials]

Good luck 🍀 on the install. Thanks!

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[@deliaf.c9149]

Great detailed video! I’ve never fixed anything in my house on my own but this is giving me some confidence ! Thank you

[@diypotentials]

Thank you and good luck on your project.

[@arunhn]

I have the exact same model microwave and have purchased the exact same model range hood. Complete coincidence that I just ran across your video before I start the swap this weekend. This will help me immensely. So thank you!!!

[@diypotentials]

Thanks! Best of luck with the install!!!

[@susurration19]

You are so smart with that cooler, never would've thought of that! Have this project coming up soon, you are a great help!

[@diypotentials]

So glad it was helpful. Good luck on your project. Thanks!

[@marrywhowanna]

The best and to-the-point installation video. Subscribed!

[@diypotentials]

Thank you!

[@gotsu21]

Tired of finding contractors or getting ripped off by contractors. You are God send. Thank you.

[@justsahid]

Thank you for your work, this helped me tremendously , I was skeptical about it doing my myself and was procrastinating , but this video drove the fear away. For me since distance was getting more than 30 inches between the burners and rangehood, I had to improvise with some additional wood structure between the rangehood and the existing upper cabinet. And the most difficult part for me was how to lift it to the right height later used a big 6 inch bolt to hang it first and then slowly one side at a time swapped with right size bolt.

[@diypotentials]

I love your story. We can do so much more than we think we can. Congrats on the installation and thanks for sharing.

[@metime4325]

Smart! I like the way he puts an icebox and a stool.

[@diypotentials]

Thank you! Happy holidays!

[@bbattle8784]

A very thorough video and love the way you explained things. thank you!

[@diypotentials]

Love hearing that. I’m glad it was helpful. Thank you so much!

[@dwaynecadguy1897]

Thank you so much I am getting ready to do the same thing. I will use your video as a guide. Great video!!!!

[@diypotentials]

Good luck on the install...Take care...

[@lostinresfeber3851]

Nice video - thanks for sharing ! Waiting for my PS18 this week. In one of the steps for the screws that would hold the hood, those are slide on holes. Perhaps you could have screw to the wood and simply slide on. I suppose you still have to open the hood to tighten it, but at least u don't need that long drill extension. Great job - I have to do the same exact job too. Takeout my old microwave and put in the hood.

[@diypotentials]

You are correct. Those are slide holes. I didn't trust my measurements, so screwing them on directly was a better option for me and for accuracy. Also depending on your under cabinet set up, you might have to drill another hole for the power cord. Good luck on the install this week. Thanks and take care...

[@anakonda3035]

Nice! Thank you very much! That is exactly what we needed to replace an ancient hood with a modern one! :D

[@diypotentials]

I'm glad it was helpful. Thanks!

[@leeabel3854]

Amazing video explaining step-by-step clearly.

[@karlyap3011]

Thank you. Nicely done. This helps as I am getting ready to install an under-cabinet range hood like yours.

[@diypotentials]

Thank you. Good luck with the install. Happy New Year!🎆

[@Kaitlyn.Cole90]

Great video thank you for the excellent information i bought the same hood and also using my child as an assistant so this video was perfect

[@diypotentials]

I’m glad it was helpful and congrats to you and your assistant on the installation. Thanks!

[@MrsMishaLuv]

Great video, thank you for the tips on holding up the microwave while taking it down.

[@diypotentials]

Thank you!

[@PatrickTan-h4f]

thank you so much for showing us this video this is what i needed

[@sjbuzz5454]

Great Video on removal and installation, I will be installing the Hauslane UC-PS18-30 tomorrow! One thing I am going to do different for both phases of removal and installation and use my car jack with a plywood sandwich on the stove and for lifting the range hood into the proper location. Thanks !!

[@diypotentials]

Using a car jack is a good idea. Good luck with the installation. Thanks!

[@marilourosacia5983]

Any updates about your PS-18 please, thanks

[@s9mp9e]

Awesome vid! It was a huge help for installing my PS16 just now. Almost went for the PS18 after watching this video, then opted for PS16 instead. The instruction manual for the PS16 unit was definitely for the PS18 lmao. Turned out great! Thx

[@diypotentials]

I'm glad it was helpful. Congrats on the PS16 and the install! Thanks for reaching out!

[@AthenaTheSlayer]

Very nice guide, going to follow it to do the same in my house. Only one note: Should've painted the inside of those cabinets that the microwave was covering before the install.

[@diypotentials]

Thanks!

[@kcyip8903]

I wish your video had covered how u set up the four screws that’s holding the range hood as well

[@alexzabala2154]

Great job!!! Very informative, just bought the same hood range...hope it works the same!

[@diypotentials]

I hope the install went well. Thanks!

[@peterc2171]

great work for without cabinet tools which will make job much easier

[@PeachTreeCitySeniors]

Definitely beneficial! Thank you for sharing your DYI skills!

[@diypotentials]

Glad you found it helpful. Thanks!

[@dr.apollo4226]

What’s dyi?

[@chefe3275]

Great step by step video

[@diypotentials]

I appreciate the nice words. Thanks! Take care...

[@rico9391]

You and your daughter did a great Job.

[@diypotentials]

Thank you! 😊

[@sambach7923]

Wonderful job…. Thank for showing steps by step.

[@diypotentials]

Thank you!

[@tamaramartin4015]

Excellent video, thank you. We'll be doing this project in our next house, so this was very helpful. PS: i have that same hood, and i love it.

[@diypotentials]

Thank you!

[@jonathanleslie9100]

wonderful tutorial. thank you so much.

[@diypotentials]

Thank you!

[@MrDude707]

Great video, perfectly explained & shown tutorial.

[@diypotentials]

Thanks!

[@vyadav481]

Excellent work

[@diypotentials]

Thanks!

[@gpieon]

Nice video. Thank you for posting Things I would do differently. 1. Remove cabinet doors. 2. Use the default round duct work into the hood. It's cheap and easy to cut. 3. If you stick with the square adapter. Disconnect it from the round tube and install and seal it to the hood. Then install hood. Easier to work with this way. Cheers

[@diypotentials]

That is awesome. Thanks for sharing. We all can use more helpful information. Thanks!

[@mlatrellelove]

great demonstration thank you

[@diypotentials]

I’m glad you liked it. Thank you.

[@mlatrellelove]

@@diypotentials You helped me soo much! My son and I took down our microwave today just as you described in the video. Looking forward to putting up our range hood!

[@diypotentials]

Thanks so much for the kind words. I hope the installation went well. Best!

[@lukejohnston8770]

Wonderful video! I was afraid I might have to cut up cabinets to fit a hood in the space where the microwave is. It looks like they're a pretty standard size. Thank you!

[@diypotentials]

Thanks! I’m glad it was helpful.

[@nicolemarkmannnelson8930]

Great video, excellent explained. Will come in handy when I change out my microwave.

[@diypotentials]

Thanks! I'm glad it was helpful.

[@lazztunes2010]

Superb video. I just bought the same hood and I'm looking forward to having it installed.

[@diypotentials]

I hope the install will go well. Thanks 😊!

[@FM-nk1zh]

Thank you. This was very helpful for me.

[@ricosuavehhh7447]

Very helpful video 👍

[@diypotentials]

Thanks!

[@hlub1111]

Thank you thank you for posting this video!!!!! I'm planning on doing this too. 😊 👍 Great instructions.

[@diypotentials]

I'm glad it was helpful. Good luck on your project. Thanks!

[@TheHungarianchick]

Thank you! I’m getting the PS38. I’m hoping it delivers!

[@listupid]

can't wait to install mine in the next few days. Nice video~

[@diypotentials]

Good luck with the install. Thanks!

[@GanduGoonda]

Good Job, made it as simple as possible.

[@diypotentials]

Thanks!

[@joem2197]

Nice job. Am trying to replace existing stove vent and don't have the luxury of cabinet doors over the stove. Will have to cut a hole to reconnect the exhaust vent and refinish the outside. No contractor wanted to touch my job. To detailed and time consuming.. If there is a better way, please let me know before I start a bigger project. Am going to look and look for comments on internal exhaust with charcoal filters.

[@diypotentials]

Unfortunately, I don’t have additional guidance. Good luck on your project. It will turn out great, I’m sure. Thanks!

[@MrBababuwi]

FYI, Since you have shown us motor oil box, I am assuming your change your oil yourself and have jack stands to lift your car. Use Jack stands to hold the microwave when removing it.

[@diypotentials]

That is a really good idea. Thank you...

[@MrBababuwi]

@@diypotentials Impressive job, I can't wait to change mine.

[@diypotentials]

Awesome!!! Good luck on the install...

[@lbheat02]

Awesome step by step!!

[@diypotentials]

Thanks!

[@bennysadiku4549]

Good job. Thanks for the video. I Want to do the same thing to my crib.

[@DeeJayAdverb]

WOW! I have the SAME MICROWAVE and same fan! Thanks for this :)

[@eleveneleven2875]

Excellent teaching video!!! Thank you so very much!!!

[@diypotentials]

Thank you!

[@johnny8927]

Thank you the tutorial I am working this on my home as well

[@diypotentials]

I hope it went well…Thanks!

[@nramca]

Very well done! Thanks for saving so much time of mine.. doing the research

[@diypotentials]

I’m glad it was helpful. Thanks!

[@getsmartpaul]

Hi, very good video. at 12:25 you show the duct pieces that attach to the top of the unit and then connect to the wall duct. Is the duct an 8" duct ? The wall duct looked smaller at 6" ? So does the fact that the ducting narrows to 6" reduce the maximum of 900 CFM ? Thank You :)

[@paulallen5891]

Very helpful, thanks. My microwave has a rectangular vent directly out the back so I have to figure out how to align the vent hood with the existing vent in the wall. Not sure how to tape that junction.

[@diypotentials]

Good luck on the project 👍

[@shesarrived8302]

I have the same setup as you! Were you able to get the installation done?

[@melfleming6675]

Well explained. Thank you.

[@juansolis310]

Have there been any plans to cover the cabinet area that is now exposed? I am interest in hearing about what others have done.

[@diypotentials]

I stained the exposed area to match the color of the cabinet. Thanks!

[@Luke.Cooking]

Great tips with cooler and risers.

[@diypotentials]

Thanks!

[@ipraka]

Wonderful video. Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@diypotentials]

Thank you!

[@paulineboiser7415]

Thanks for sharing! We want to do this at our house but we are struggling on where to put the microwave after 🫠

[@diypotentials]

I sold that big microwave and purchased a countertop one. Thanks for sharing!

[@SweetHarmonet]

I subscribed. Very detailed video, Thank you.

[@diypotentials]

I appreciate the support. Thank you so much!

[@josephromeo9858]

Amazing video! Thank you and really well done.

[@diypotentials]

Thanks! I’m glad it was helpful!

[@the209ceres]

U should do a cooking video with the range hood

[@diypotentials]

I’m not sure about my cooking ability. Thanks, though…

[@AbhayMamidpalliwar]

Great Video. Thanks Much for making this.

[@diypotentials]

Thanks! I'm glad it was helpful.

[@leonb9220]

Great Video..Sending you much love and respect ✊

[@diypotentials]

Thanks! Appreciate the love...

[@jasondorn5074]

What’s the distance in inches between the stove top and hood?

[@jkk040]

Thank you so much for the video. I have plan to do exactly what you did😅😅😅

[@TomXCZD]

Nice to have a helpful daughter

[@diypotentials]

Thanks! Glad she was around to help.

[@roychowdhury4348]

Thank you for the instructional video.

[@diypotentials]

Glad you found it helpful. Thanks 😊

[@tashmalik7603]

Hey buddy, how’s the range hood working? Any review? I need to buy one too but there are too many out there & I m confused! I am originally from Pakistan but living in Canada & our food is tough to get off the walls so I need the best powerful hood… please advise thanks

[@diypotentials]

You can read the comments from the others folks and I also provided the link to the product. I’m still very happy with the range hood. But always good to do more research on any product…Thanks!

[@ix.cryo1]

These range hoods are perfect for families that do heavy cooking. For example in asian households.

[@WickedRichie]

🙄

[@brianengleman2822]

Thanks - this was very helpful.

[@diypotentials]

Thanks! I’m glad it was helpful.

[@bohan9957]

Excellent video. Just a curiosity, where do you put the microwave?

[@diypotentials]

Thanks! I sold that microwave and purchased a countertop size microwave for replacement..

[@emmalopez793]

Thank you...that was awesome

[@diypotentials]

Thank you. I’m glad it was helpful.

[@ducluong8482]

Good job man, Thank you for your video,

[@diypotentials]

Thanks you!

[@charolo07]

Great Video! Thank you very helpful!

[@diypotentials]

Thank you 😊

[@danh27]

Great video! After a few months with it are you happy with the results? Also did you end up getting a new microwave?

[@diypotentials]

Thanks for commenting. I’m happy with the range hood. I sold the under cabinet microwave for $100 on Facebook marketplace and purchased a new countertop size microwave.

[@bril6157]

thanks for the video. you must have an aquarium near by? do a video of that

[@diypotentials]

Haha, I do have an aquarium. You must have one as well. Thanks!

[@bril6157]

@@diypotentials 120 salt water reef! reefer for life! lol

[@diypotentials]

120! Wow. Must be amazing to look at. Thanks!

[@trungduluong110]

I like your video .Could you tell me how you order this hood (30 inches),thanks.

[@diypotentials]

Thanks for the nice words. I purchased it directly from this site. www.hauslane.com/products/ps18. Take care...

[@flyoverfredusa]

super helpful, thanks man !

[@diypotentials]

Thanks!

[@rambofan1]

Great video man nicely made

[@diypotentials]

Thanks!

[@ef4264]

Thank you for the instruction!

[@diypotentials]

Thank you. I’m glad it was helpful!

[@NervineTonic]

So helpful! Thank you very much! :)

[@diypotentials]

I’m glad it was helpful. Thanks!

[@tijnarbrd]

Thank you so much

[@billwu8581]

Hi! I am wondering what is your thought on this range hood? As a fellow Asian who does a bit of stir-frying, and frying in general, do you think this range hood is good enough to keep the smell out of the house?

[@diypotentials]

Hi Bill, based on my experience with it so far, it does a good job removing the cooking aroma. It has 6 different suction levels, for my stir fry, I use only up to level 4. Level 5 and 6 can remove even more aroma but it does get a bit louder at each level. Overall, I’m satisfied with the purchase. It does look really good in my kitchen. Thanks for asking. Good luck with your decision!

[@doheo33]

I would recommend your car jack bc the jack allows you to lower and raise the hood

[@diypotentials]

That’s a good idea. Thanks!

[@clne36]

Great video! Thank you so much for making this it really helped. Go Niners!

[@diypotentials]

Go Niners!!! Thanks!

[@blackboy355]

Just ordered this! My microwave does remove enough. How has the rangehood been 3+ years later??

[@diypotentials]

It is still working great! Thanks!

[@blackboy355]

@@diypotentials quiet? No smell or smoke in the house?

[@stefcat1]

Thanks for your great help !!

[@diypotentials]

Thanks! Glad it was helpful.

[@koky7288]

Good job bro. Thank you.

[@miguelo3068]

Great video 👍

[@Redhippynow]

Great video, thank you! I'm curious what, if anything, you did to finish the unfinished sides of the cupboard that was previously hidden by the microwave. I'm going to have the same issue I think.

[@diypotentials]

Thanks! I thought about staining it. But have not done so yet.

[@stephaniemarianoconnornouv8929]

very nice, feel like i can do this now! thank you :)

[@diypotentials]

Awesome! Glad to hear! Thanks!

[@deepinthetube]

Hi There , Nice Video . I got my PS-18 yesterday and i'm struggling with the install. Thought i could use some advice. 1) My undercabinet is recessed and the bottom is like 1/2 an inch thick ( or may be less ) . I'm worried if that cabinet board is going to to hold the wieght. 2) Did you use some reinforcement between the range hood and the cabinet board. 3) The power cord and the drill hole are so close on the right side . How did you get around that.

[@diypotentials]

Hello, if the weight of the over the range microwave oven that was there before is more or approximately the same as the PS-18, then the board should be able to hold. If not, check if the board is solid and sturdy. Personally, I would feel okay with the install, mainly because the weight of the PS-18 will be distributed by 4 screws. If the board is flimsy, I would reinforce it with another 1/2 inch board or some other methods. My cabinet bottom board is 1 inch thick. The power cord situation is a bit of an issue because it is so close to the screw hole. Depending on your current cabinet set up, you might be able to drill another hole for it without interfering with the screw hole. For me I decided not make another hole for the power cord. Because of that, the rear right corner of the range is slightly lower than the rest. However, because it is situated in the rear, it is not noticeable. Thanks for sharing. Go luck with the install. Let me know how it went. Take care…

[@solnguyen2268]

Planning to install this range myself. I just read the manual, there's two optional screws in the front/center if you want it more secure. I'll definitely use it just for peace of mind. 10:15

[@diypotentials]

Good luck with the install. Thanks 😊!

[@testticklehead]

You can always cut a piece of plywood which lays on the bottom of the cabinet. This will give you more support and not take up any space in the cabinet.

[@diypotentials]

I agree. Thanks!

[@Hellocali1]

How many inches do you have between the countertop and the range hood for the mounting height?

[@diypotentials]

27 inches.

[@criss857]

Nice Job! Well Done!

[@diypotentials]

Thanks!

[@suemel1716]

Great job!

[@diypotentials]

Thank you!

[@chonamae8192]

Very helpful!

[@diypotentials]

Thanks! 😊

[@ramonramos2730]

Thank you for sharing. How much is the cost of that type of hood.

[@diypotentials]

I paid around $340 for it. You can find it on amazon or at www.hauslane.com/collections/under-cabinet-range-hoods. Thanks!

[@bills48321]

Did you have to add wood blocks to the underside of the cabinet bottom to fill in the gap of the recessed bottom or was it already flush with the bottom of the cabinet face?

[@diypotentials]

Hello, I didn’t have to add wood blocks. Thanks!