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The Broan Elite RM50000
Installing the Broan Range Hood
Yesterday was a big day for us with our remodeling. We finally found a handyman who came back to do the work after he came out to look at the job. We have been having the hardest time finding people to do the work for us when we are not using Home Depot for the job. This guy has had an ad in the local paper ever since we moved here, but we never called him until this week. Manny showed up when he said he would to look at the job and to determine if he needed any extra supplies. He came back yesterday morning to install the Broan Range Hood for us.
First Things First. We Had To Move Some Electrical Connections.
In order to install the range hood, the handyman had to first move a 220 volt electrical connection from the kitchen to the enclosed back porch so we could move our dryer out there. The washing machine has been out there since we moved in, but the dryer connection was in the kitchen, so we have had the two appliances spread out between the two rooms. The dryer has been right next to the stove, so we have had to do careful planning about when to dry clothes or they would end up smelling like whatever I was cooking for dinner. Meatloaf scented jeans, anyone?
After the dryer was moved, Manny had to move the gas line for the stove as well. The area where I wanted to put the stove was too close to the electrical connection box, so I had to rethink where I wanted it to be. We chose to put it next to the refrigerator on the wall across from the sink. He left a 12 inch space between the refrigerator and the stove so that we can put a 12″ base cabinet there, so I will have room to put cooking utensils and other cooking equipment within easy reach of the stove.
The Broan Range Hood Was Easy To Install
After the gas line was moved, Manny and his assistant, Marino, set to work installing the range hood and chimney. They had to install a new electrical receptacle to accommodate the plug for the exhaust fan. After that, the range hood and chimney were so easy to install, I could have done it myself in my younger days. The hood part attached to the wall with metal brackets. Then the chimney part attached with more metal brackets. The instructions that came in the box were very easy to follow. After they were attached to the wall, Manny caulked the hood with some silicone caulking. If you already have an electrical receptacle, you really can install this range hood yourself if you are good with tools.
I am very pleased with the style of the Broan Elite RM50000Rangemaster® range hood. There has not been a kitchen exhaust system in our house since we moved in. We have been putting a window fan in the kitchen window to draw cooking smells out of the house, but it didn’t work well, especially in the winter when it was cold outside. I am really looking forward to cooking my Thanksgiving turkey and dressing this year.
We still have some more work to do in the kitchen. As you can see, we haven’t finished painting, and there will be a base cabinet installed to the left of the stove, where the rolling cart is sitting now. The 12 inch base cabinet will be to the right of the stove, between the stove and refrigerator. It may take us another month or so to get it done, because we are very slow, but it is beginning to look like a modern kitchen. What do you think so far?
mommyjenna says
I’m loving all the things you are accomplishing in improving!
Holly says
I love that range hood! Its so modern and sleek. You have done some amazing work in remodeling.
tara pittman says
I love that hood as it is so contemporary. Strange place for the electrical box though, ours is in the garage.
Karen says
I know. The builder couldn’t have picked a more inconvenient spot!
rjflamingo says
You’re really making progress! That new range hood is seriously beautiful – I can’t wait to see what’s next!
Lisa says
That is pretty much made of awesome! I LOVE how your kitchen is coming together. I would love a simple range hood like that! Good job, Karen!
heidifowler says
Looks like an amazing range hood! Love how it looks in your house.
Alison says
It looks super snazzy Karen! Your kitchen is really coming together… and I may be a bit jealous. Keep it going! 🙂
Jackie @ freeismylife says
I am so jealous that you found a reliable handyman that could do all the work for you. Looks like your kitchen is coming together beautifully with the addition of your stylish new hood 🙂
Shop with Me Mama (Kim) says
Oh my goodness, what a hassle, to have to move everything around like that. But they certainly did a great job! Love your new stove and range hood!!!
Titus2Homemaker says
Look at all that amazing bright white! I think our range hood is the same brand…it’s OLD, but it’s still GOOD!
Robin Gagnon says
My kitchen renos are currently stalled. I will live vicariously through yours for now.
Kimberly says
It looks beautiful! I love it. You did an amazing job. Your kitchen looks like a gourmet kitchen now. I’m jealous.
I’d love to have a hood like that for our stove/oven but it wouldn’t work with our cabinets.
Great job Karen.
Stephanie Keeping says
It looks great! You did a good job.
Stephanie Keeping says
It looks great! You did an amazing job.
Kecia says
Looks like things are coming along well! I would be happy to have the dryer back with the washer too!
Jennifer H says
Wow, fancy! What a nice range hood!
Crystal says
Your kitchen is looking great. You really start to appreciate modern appliances when they are gone temporarily.
Elizabeth Towns says
I like that range – it’s been a while since I have seen one like that being installed. I am sure you are going to love cooking and creating with that awesome thing.
youngmommycc says
What a big job! It’s looking great and applaud y’all for doing it yourselves!
YellowTennessee says
I love it. It looks really good. The hood is really nice looking. I cannot wait to see the finished product.
Sara P. (@SensiblySara) says
That’s a great range hood! I wish ours was pretty like this one! Keep up the great improvements.
Leah says
Looking good! I can’t believe the builder put the electrical box there! Mine is in our basement. though I have to admit, I would rather go to the kitchen everytime I had to flip a fuse than in the basement!!
leechrista says
Everything looks so wonderful. Also, it looks like a doll house for some reason. Finished product “coming soon”.
Lee
Liz Mays says
I can appreciate how that works! The one I have now does very, very little!
Crystal says
Love your new hood! It goes really well in your kitchen. Can’t wait to see it all when its finished!
Angela S says
The range hood looks great. It looks like your new kitchen is really coming along.
sippycupmom says
Remodeling is so fun and stressful. The hood looks great!
Kerri says
It looks like things are really coming together, so glad to see the washer and dryer next to each other now. Keep up the great work.
ameribrit68 says
I bet that’s such a great feeling, knowing you can cook just about anything, especially in the winter, and now have the hood to make sure you can draw the smells/smoke/steam, elsewhere but throughout your entire house! It’s a great looking hood!
Digna D. says
Interesting post! You really did a lot of moving around with electrical stuff and plumbing and you survived. Great job!! I am looking forward to a complete kitchen remodel, hopefully in the next year. Also, I want my washer and dryer moved up from the basement but that’s probably never going to happen. Enjoy your new hood!