No. We are a range hood manufacturer and distributor. If you don’t want to install your range hood yourself, you will need to contact a local contractor to install it.

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Almost all of our range hoods come with a standard 110v 3-prong plug. The only models that do not come with a plug is our UC500 model and some island units. If you are unsure the model you are looking at comes with a plug, please email us at info@victoryrangehoods.com and our team can help you.

Yes, all of our range hoods will come with a transition piece to connect your ducting to the hood fan. Some units have a choice of duct size, in this case the transition piece supplied will match the duct size chosen on your order.

We have extensions available for most of our wall mounted chimney hoods for 10' to 12' ceilings. If your ceiling is higher than 12' then you will either need to lower the ceiling or get a custom extension fabricated locally.

1. Prepare the installation area based on the instructions in the manual (adding wall backing, etc.)
2. Secure the range hood to the wall, cabinet, etc (as per manual instructions)
3. Connecting ducting to the range hood vent outlet and secure with aluminum tape.
4. Connect the range hood to power.

In a lot of cases, a professional might be required due to the size of the appliance or electrical work required. Please review the user manual for details.

The tools required for range hood installation may include a drill, screwdriver, drywall knife, level, putty knife, and aluminum tape.

The standard distance is 30" from the cooking surface. All models have different requirements. Please check the users manual for exact details.

Most range hoods come with a standard 110v plug, which required a standard North American receptacle.

Some models allow for ductless installation. Even ductless and recirculated models require some duct to bring the air back inside the home. We sell a ductless kit that can be used with more 6" duct size models.

If the outside wall cap or roof cap has a backdraft damper, one on the range hood is not needed. Otherwise, yes.

1. Check that power is going to the unit and it is plugged in correctly.
2. For hardwired unit, have the electrician verify the connections.
3. Contact Victory Range Hoods at support@victoryrangehoods.com

It is very important to make sure your duct size matches the ducting on your range hood. If your ducting reduces to a smaller size at any point, this will reduce the CFM output of your hood and make it much louder.

For optimal efficiency your ducting should be as short as possible with minimal elbows. The longest your ducting should ever be is 50ft, but the shorter it is the more efficient your range hood will be. To calculate your duct length with elbows, please see the example below.

• Each 90 degree elbow = minus 9ft
• Each 45 degree elbow = minus 5ft
• Each round to rectangle transition = minus 7ft
• Wall/Roof vent cap with damper = minus 7ft

Example: 50 feet - two 90 degree elbows - Wall cap = maximum duct length of 25ft

If your ducting is long and/or has more than one elbow, we recommend using a duct bigger than 6" and a range hood stronger than 600CFM.

You should never install an elbow within 12 inches of the range hood. If you have multiple elbows in your ducting they should also be at least 12-18 inches apart. The closer your elbows are to your hood and/or each other, the louder and less efficient your range hood will be.

Range hoods should always be vented using metal ductwork. Smooth ducting is better than flexible or ribbed because smooth straight ducting won't reduce or restrict the airflow as much as a flexible duct will.

Always also make sure that your ducting never reduces down lower than the size the range hood comes with. For powerful hoods with more than 600CFM, you will need 8" round or larger ducting.

The distance you will need for an elbow changes with each size. 6" ducting needs 9", 8" ducting needs 12" and 10" ducting needs 15". Once you know the desired height from the cooktop to your range hood, add the height of the hood (without chimney covers for chimney hoods) and the height of duct transition. All of our range hoods have their specific dimension diagrams available on the store page and in their manual.

Once you have found the very top of the where the exhaust from the hood fan will be, add the appropriate required space for the elbow and this is the minimum height your ducting should be from the floor. However we recommend elbows should be at least 12" from the top of your hood when possible.

No, if you duct into a box or an open space this will completely kill the suction of your range hood and make it extremely loud. If you do not have space to install the ducting properly with your existing duct then we highly recommend replacing your ducting.

Make-up air is additional air that you may require if you run a high-CFM hood often or for long periods of time. If you suck too much air out of your kitchen, it creates negative air pressure and will affect how your hood functions. To address this issue, purchase a make-up air kit that directs fresh air air from outside your home, which will recirculate throughout your kitchen.

No, we do not offer any make-up air units. If you need make-up air or not sure if you need to install it, please contact an HVAC specialist

Yes. Most range hoods require a minimum 6" duct size.

A ducted range hood requires a minimum 6" duct to the outside. Ductless range hoods typically recirculate the air within the kitchen and do not exhaust anything outside the home.

It is recommended to use rigid ducting when possible. Flexible duct can be used in some cases, but it is not as effective and can cause more grease to build up over time.

Ensure to seal and duct joints with aluminum tape.

One or two duct turns maximum. Using more than two duct turns will increase static pressure and noise levels. Using too many turns will reduce CFM and suction as well.

Only use aluminum tape.

Air travels smoother through rigid duct. This creates less friction, leading to a more powerful and quiet fan.

Yes, most range hoods can be vented either through the wall or roof. Please ensure to choose the correct model. Contact us for details if you require assistance at info@victoryrangehoods.com

The common ones are that the minimum distance between gas stoves and range hoods is 24" in most areas. Some building codes set a maximum allowable CFM. Please check with your city to ensure all your local codes are followed for your specific installation.