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Mr. Handyman of North Lake Washington & Bellevue

11251 120th Ave NE Suite 222
4.37(
163
)
•Approved Pro

Mr. Handyman of North Lake Washington & Bellevue

11251 120th Ave NE Suite 222
4.37(
163
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
13 local quotes requested
21 years of experience

**Under new ownership as of April 2023** At Mr. Handyman or North Lake Washington and Bellevue, we know your time is valuable. Our skilled, insured technicians arrive on time, in uniform, and ready to tackle everything from small household fixes to larger projects like fences, decks, and interior remodels. Whether it’s freeing a stuck door, building out your outdoor space, or updating your home’s interior, we bring the same professionalism and attention to detail to every job. And with our one-year Done Right Promise®, your satisfaction is guaranteed—if it’s not done right, we’ll come back and make it right.

"Thanx"

Tom A on April 2025

**Under new ownership as of April 2023** At Mr. Handyman or North Lake Washington and Bellevue, we know your time is valuable. Our skilled, insured technicians arrive on time, in uniform, and ready to tackle everything from small household fixes to larger projects like fences, decks, and interior remodels. Whether it’s freeing a stuck door, building out your outdoor space, or updating your home’s interior, we bring the same professionalism and attention to detail to every job. And with our one-year Done Right Promise®, your satisfaction is guaranteed—if it’s not done right, we’ll come back and make it right.

"Thanx"

Tom A on April 2025

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Hitchman Painting

35963 Hansville Road
4.95(
92
)
•Approved Pro

Hitchman Painting

35963 Hansville Road
4.95(
92
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 local quotes requested

We're a locally owned and operated company with over 23 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman/painting work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"David Hitchman painted our six unit condos and waterproofed our decks. He was thorough in his preparation and exacting in his painting and waterproofing . And he delivered exactly as he indicated in his bid. In fact, I have hired him, independently from the HOA, to paint my bedroom. I highly recommend him to other clients. "

Barry E on August 2025

We're a locally owned and operated company with over 23 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman/painting work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"David Hitchman painted our six unit condos and waterproofed our decks. He was thorough in his preparation and exacting in his painting and waterproofing . And he delivered exactly as he indicated in his bid. In fact, I have hired him, independently from the HOA, to paint my bedroom. I highly recommend him to other clients. "

Barry E on August 2025

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ALL PRO PLUMBING NORTHWEST

1902 120th Pl SE
4.70(
67
)
•Approved Pro

ALL PRO PLUMBING NORTHWEST

1902 120th Pl SE
4.70(
67
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
1034 local quotes requested

Fourth generation family plumbing company and Veteran owned and operated We provide same day service and emergency dispatch to get your issue resolved. We give you upfront pricing for every job so you know the bottom line and only start once you approve the job upfront. We accept checks, ALL major credit and debit cards, ACH, online payments, and of course cash. We are a professional service, repair, replacement/install, and drain cleaning company and treat you and your home or place of business with respect.

"Good experience and outcome."

Marita S on February 2025

Fourth generation family plumbing company and Veteran owned and operated We provide same day service and emergency dispatch to get your issue resolved. We give you upfront pricing for every job so you know the bottom line and only start once you approve the job upfront. We accept checks, ALL major credit and debit cards, ACH, online payments, and of course cash. We are a professional service, repair, replacement/install, and drain cleaning company and treat you and your home or place of business with respect.

"Good experience and outcome."

Marita S on February 2025

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Cahill's Plumbing & Heating

23313 208th Ave
4.25(
36
)
•Approved Pro

Cahill's Plumbing & Heating

23313 208th Ave
4.25(
36
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
1679 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

Cahill's Plumbing & Heating has served the greater Maple Valley, WA area for more than 30 years and is setting new industry standards for plumbing. Our company provides every new and existing client honesty, value and high quality services. Our staff of experienced plumbers and heating contractors works hard to surpass your expectations with both materials and labor. We don't use the "flat-rate" gimmick, but provide prompt, honest service. All work is done by knowledgeable plumbers who are trained to use the best tools available. Our plumbing and heating services include: • All plumbing repairs • Grease trap repair and installation • 24-hour service • Hot water tank and boiler sales • Compressed air piping • Drain cleaning and repair At Cahill's Plumbing & Heating, we use American Standard, Moen, Kohler, Delta and Grohe to complete plumbing repairs and installations. You can depend on us to complete all projects efficiently and on time. We are licensed and insured, and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Call Cahill's Plumbing & Heating today for your next service call and see how we're setting the industry standard for honesty, value and service!

"This was by far the absolute worst experience that I have ever had with any company. The plumber came out for a shower that was not draining. I am on septic and let them know that my septic was just pumped in July. However they wanted to check anyways. After checking under the baffle inspection, I was advised by the plumber that my septic tanks were full and needed to be pumped. I contacted a septic company they came out first thing the next morning and checked my septic tanks, they were not full and ironically enough was able to pull out a huge clog of toilet paper from the baffle. He advised this is something that the plumbers do but since we just had one out the day before and they did told us the wrong information he would happily fix the problem for us. My husband called Riley Cahill (the manger) the next day to try to talk to him about the situation and try to find out why we were charged so much since there was not an itemized receipt. Riley proceeded to get very defense and angry and HUNG UP on my husband. He then called back left a message that saying he will check with his plumbers on Monday and get back to us. Monday morning I called Riley Cahill to have a conversation of what went wrong and how we will remedy the situation. He proceeded to once again get very upset, raise his voice and was insanely disrespectful (telling me to be quiet and stop talking). Then hung up on me as well. After that he called back to tell me I was wrong, and hung up on me again. I told him during the conversation that I was going to warn anyone I could not to use this company through reviews, DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY!!!!"

Samantha F on April 2022

Cahill's Plumbing & Heating has served the greater Maple Valley, WA area for more than 30 years and is setting new industry standards for plumbing. Our company provides every new and existing client honesty, value and high quality services. Our staff of experienced plumbers and heating contractors works hard to surpass your expectations with both materials and labor. We don't use the "flat-rate" gimmick, but provide prompt, honest service. All work is done by knowledgeable plumbers who are trained to use the best tools available. Our plumbing and heating services include: • All plumbing repairs • Grease trap repair and installation • 24-hour service • Hot water tank and boiler sales • Compressed air piping • Drain cleaning and repair At Cahill's Plumbing & Heating, we use American Standard, Moen, Kohler, Delta and Grohe to complete plumbing repairs and installations. You can depend on us to complete all projects efficiently and on time. We are licensed and insured, and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Call Cahill's Plumbing & Heating today for your next service call and see how we're setting the industry standard for honesty, value and service!

"This was by far the absolute worst experience that I have ever had with any company. The plumber came out for a shower that was not draining. I am on septic and let them know that my septic was just pumped in July. However they wanted to check anyways. After checking under the baffle inspection, I was advised by the plumber that my septic tanks were full and needed to be pumped. I contacted a septic company they came out first thing the next morning and checked my septic tanks, they were not full and ironically enough was able to pull out a huge clog of toilet paper from the baffle. He advised this is something that the plumbers do but since we just had one out the day before and they did told us the wrong information he would happily fix the problem for us. My husband called Riley Cahill (the manger) the next day to try to talk to him about the situation and try to find out why we were charged so much since there was not an itemized receipt. Riley proceeded to get very defense and angry and HUNG UP on my husband. He then called back left a message that saying he will check with his plumbers on Monday and get back to us. Monday morning I called Riley Cahill to have a conversation of what went wrong and how we will remedy the situation. He proceeded to once again get very upset, raise his voice and was insanely disrespectful (telling me to be quiet and stop talking). Then hung up on me as well. After that he called back to tell me I was wrong, and hung up on me again. I told him during the conversation that I was going to warn anyone I could not to use this company through reviews, DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY!!!!"

Samantha F on April 2022

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DP Palmer Painting & Restoration

9773 Arrowsmith Ave S
4.90(
67
)
•Approved Pro

DP Palmer Painting & Restoration

9773 Arrowsmith Ave S
4.90(
67
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
380 local quotes requested

DP Palmer Painting & Restoration has been proudly offering design, restoration, and painting services in Seattle, Bellevue and Renton areas for many years. Our priority is the satisfaction of our clients, so we always take the time to ensure you are satisfied with the design of your space before starting any work. Our licensed, insured, and bonded painters and designers have years of experience in small and large painting projects in Seattle. They enjoy working closely with clients to ensure each project is perfect down to the last detail. When hiring DP Palmer Painting & Restoration for your interior and exterior painting, wall restoration and commercial design area painting needs, we ensure that the experience is completely hassle-free. We will personally empty the spaces to be painted with the utmost care, packaging fragile objects and doing all of the heavy lifting for you. You can rest assured that your floors and carpets will be well protected and that our professional painters will work diligently to ensure the quality of their work. We will never rush a residential or commercial painting job. We will use top quality paint and tools to complete the contract to your specifications. We will never leave any tools, stains or materials behind that you must clean up. We will always stand behind our work and satisfaction is 100% guaranteed. Additional contact name - Suzanne Hinton. Additional email - larrylawrencepal@gmail.com.

"Larry took on the incredibly ambitious project of renovating our 1914 Craftsman home, repainting the exterior, expanding the primary bathroom, refinishing floors, decking, stairwells, expanding and updating the kitchen, updating electrical and heating systems to modern standards, and so much more.The project is almost complete, but we were so excited that we wanted to write the review anyway! Throughout the process, Larry and his crew worked tirelessly to get things done, always focusing on quality and making sure we were happy with the work. Even partway through the project, neighbors were already commenting on how much they loved his color choices, and how much he and his crew cared about the project. Even given how large the project was, Larry and his crew tackled it head-on and got it done; he really brought out what made this home so special to us. We're really happy to have had the chance to work with Larry, and are really appreciating how wonderful our new home is thanks to him and his crew."

Chris G on March 2025

DP Palmer Painting & Restoration has been proudly offering design, restoration, and painting services in Seattle, Bellevue and Renton areas for many years. Our priority is the satisfaction of our clients, so we always take the time to ensure you are satisfied with the design of your space before starting any work. Our licensed, insured, and bonded painters and designers have years of experience in small and large painting projects in Seattle. They enjoy working closely with clients to ensure each project is perfect down to the last detail. When hiring DP Palmer Painting & Restoration for your interior and exterior painting, wall restoration and commercial design area painting needs, we ensure that the experience is completely hassle-free. We will personally empty the spaces to be painted with the utmost care, packaging fragile objects and doing all of the heavy lifting for you. You can rest assured that your floors and carpets will be well protected and that our professional painters will work diligently to ensure the quality of their work. We will never rush a residential or commercial painting job. We will use top quality paint and tools to complete the contract to your specifications. We will never leave any tools, stains or materials behind that you must clean up. We will always stand behind our work and satisfaction is 100% guaranteed. Additional contact name - Suzanne Hinton. Additional email - larrylawrencepal@gmail.com.

"Larry took on the incredibly ambitious project of renovating our 1914 Craftsman home, repainting the exterior, expanding the primary bathroom, refinishing floors, decking, stairwells, expanding and updating the kitchen, updating electrical and heating systems to modern standards, and so much more.The project is almost complete, but we were so excited that we wanted to write the review anyway! Throughout the process, Larry and his crew worked tirelessly to get things done, always focusing on quality and making sure we were happy with the work. Even partway through the project, neighbors were already commenting on how much they loved his color choices, and how much he and his crew cared about the project. Even given how large the project was, Larry and his crew tackled it head-on and got it done; he really brought out what made this home so special to us. We're really happy to have had the chance to work with Larry, and are really appreciating how wonderful our new home is thanks to him and his crew."

Chris G on March 2025

Excel General Contractor, LLC

P O Box 1350
4.60(
86
)
•Approved Pro

Excel General Contractor, LLC

P O Box 1350
4.60(
86
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
455 local quotes requested
50 years of experience

Excel General Contractor is a full service home remodeling and construction contractor. We offer a high level of customer service while maintaining fair pricing. Our team is small enough that you get individualized attention but big enough to get your project done effectively and efficiently. We do all projects from small repairs and renovations up to designing and building you a complete new custom home.

"Nate allowed me to order my bathtub myself, which was nice. Lowe's failing to deliver when promised, was not. This delayed the start, and although it did take longer than I expected, everything came out great. They did not charge me extra after the water damage was exposed, which was a relief. One of the other estimates I got from a general contractor was for 3x as much, AND they planned to add on after the wall was opened. The bathroom specialists wanted 150% of what we paid, and I think we ended up with better results."

Christopher B on March 2025

Excel General Contractor is a full service home remodeling and construction contractor. We offer a high level of customer service while maintaining fair pricing. Our team is small enough that you get individualized attention but big enough to get your project done effectively and efficiently. We do all projects from small repairs and renovations up to designing and building you a complete new custom home.

"Nate allowed me to order my bathtub myself, which was nice. Lowe's failing to deliver when promised, was not. This delayed the start, and although it did take longer than I expected, everything came out great. They did not charge me extra after the water damage was exposed, which was a relief. One of the other estimates I got from a general contractor was for 3x as much, AND they planned to add on after the wall was opened. The bathroom specialists wanted 150% of what we paid, and I think we ended up with better results."

Christopher B on March 2025

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Professional Appliance Repair

4.60(
15
)
•Approved Pro

Professional Appliance Repair

4.60(
15
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
360 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

Are you looking for Professional Appliance Repair in Seattle, Bellevue, Takoma, Issaquah, Kirkland, Dedmont, Newcastle, and surrounding areas? In this case, you came to the right place! At Professional Appliance Repair we offer expert appliance repair and maintenance services for refrigerators, washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, ranges, ovens stoves, and cooktops, no matter what model number does it have!

"I'd like to express my disappointment with the recent service visit. The technician displayed unprofessional behavior through rude questioning and used inappropriate tools (Cobra Pliers instead of proper hex ratchet or ratchet wrenches) that scratched the burner base. He quoted an additional $250 for cleaning on top of the $99 visit fee, which I had no option but to agree, then failed to fix the issue and recommended replacing the entire assembly. The lack of respect shown toward me as a customer, combined with the use of wrong tools and failure to complete the repair, made this experience not one I would recommend to others."

erez k on September 2025

Are you looking for Professional Appliance Repair in Seattle, Bellevue, Takoma, Issaquah, Kirkland, Dedmont, Newcastle, and surrounding areas? In this case, you came to the right place! At Professional Appliance Repair we offer expert appliance repair and maintenance services for refrigerators, washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, ranges, ovens stoves, and cooktops, no matter what model number does it have!

"I'd like to express my disappointment with the recent service visit. The technician displayed unprofessional behavior through rude questioning and used inappropriate tools (Cobra Pliers instead of proper hex ratchet or ratchet wrenches) that scratched the burner base. He quoted an additional $250 for cleaning on top of the $99 visit fee, which I had no option but to agree, then failed to fix the issue and recommended replacing the entire assembly. The lack of respect shown toward me as a customer, combined with the use of wrong tools and failure to complete the repair, made this experience not one I would recommend to others."

erez k on September 2025

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CARTER BROTHERS REFRIGERATOR REPAIR

3071 WASHINGTON BLVD
4.81(
78
)
•Approved Pro

CARTER BROTHERS REFRIGERATOR REPAIR

3071 WASHINGTON BLVD
4.81(
78
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
600 local quotes requested

BREAKING NEWS!! OUR FACTORY TRAINED SERVICE MEN ARE TAKING EXTRA AND ALL PRECAUTIONS DEALING WITH THIS TRAGIC CORONA VIRUS. EVERYONE IS PROPERLY MASKED AND DRESSED FOR YOUR UTMOST HEALTH AND SAFETY WHEN ENTERING YOUR HOME FOR SERVICE. WE WILL ALSO BE OFFERING DISCOUNTS FOR ANYONE THAT IS IN FINANCIAL NEED BECAUSE OF THIS TRAGIC SITUATION. We appreciate all of your consideration! FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS FOR 43 YEARS - FREE SERVICE CALL FOR REFRIGERATORS, FREEZERS AND WINE COOLERS ONLY - SENIOR DISCOUNT - SAME DAY SERVICE THERE ARE TRUCKS IN YOUR AREA NOW. Servicing all King county and Seattle areas. Discounts for Microsoft, Amazon, Police and Fire, Boeing.

"Good communication and no hidden fees or bait and switch. Overall, very satisfied with the service."

Michael M on January 2025

BREAKING NEWS!! OUR FACTORY TRAINED SERVICE MEN ARE TAKING EXTRA AND ALL PRECAUTIONS DEALING WITH THIS TRAGIC CORONA VIRUS. EVERYONE IS PROPERLY MASKED AND DRESSED FOR YOUR UTMOST HEALTH AND SAFETY WHEN ENTERING YOUR HOME FOR SERVICE. WE WILL ALSO BE OFFERING DISCOUNTS FOR ANYONE THAT IS IN FINANCIAL NEED BECAUSE OF THIS TRAGIC SITUATION. We appreciate all of your consideration! FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS FOR 43 YEARS - FREE SERVICE CALL FOR REFRIGERATORS, FREEZERS AND WINE COOLERS ONLY - SENIOR DISCOUNT - SAME DAY SERVICE THERE ARE TRUCKS IN YOUR AREA NOW. Servicing all King county and Seattle areas. Discounts for Microsoft, Amazon, Police and Fire, Boeing.

"Good communication and no hidden fees or bait and switch. Overall, very satisfied with the service."

Michael M on January 2025

Johnson and Sons Construction

6618 Marine View Dr
4.93(
101
)
•Approved Pro

Johnson and Sons Construction

6618 Marine View Dr
4.93(
101
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
650 local quotes requested

We are a family owned & locally operated general construction / remodel company with over 60 combined years in the industry. Although we are general contractors and can do everything, we specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodeling. We have found that through proper communication and great listening our customers are more at ease and comfortable from beginning to end. It is our pleasure to provide top service in design assistance, material decisions, planning, demo and project completion. We go out of our way to uniquely tailor our service to each of our customers needs, wants and desires. We realize our customers invite us into their homes to provide the best service possible and we don't stop until we have done our best to help our customers turn their dreams into a reality. Thank you kindly for taking the time to look into Johnson and Sons Construction, LLC. We look forward to the opportunity to serve!

"I reached out to Johnson & Sons and several other contractors to discuss the possibility of opening up and completely remodeling my kitchen and bathrooms, with the addition of a shower to the former half bath off the master suite. After receiving bids and meeting with each contractor, I went with Johnson & Sons due to the transparency and consideration Vic Johnson showed when discussing the project and its challenges, as well as providing a detailed quote. Because this remodel involved the removal of walls, tiling of the kitchen/bathrooms, potential size constraints, and a re-plumbing of the house, It was very important for me that things be done correctly, to code and with permits. Once demo and construction started, things proceeded at a brisk pace with minimal lag between subcontractors, and inspections. Their tile guy, Tony was great to work with and very helpful with making the appropriate detail selections around the showers. We did have a long wait for a cosmetic piece of cabinet siding, which ended up being the final part needed to complete the project. Vic was direct with me about the issue and the delay. Such a minor issue is in my opinion, very small potatoes compared to having quality work done. Ultimately, Johnson & Sons came in slightly under their contract price - a very pleasant and welcome surprise."

William L on October 2025

We are a family owned & locally operated general construction / remodel company with over 60 combined years in the industry. Although we are general contractors and can do everything, we specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodeling. We have found that through proper communication and great listening our customers are more at ease and comfortable from beginning to end. It is our pleasure to provide top service in design assistance, material decisions, planning, demo and project completion. We go out of our way to uniquely tailor our service to each of our customers needs, wants and desires. We realize our customers invite us into their homes to provide the best service possible and we don't stop until we have done our best to help our customers turn their dreams into a reality. Thank you kindly for taking the time to look into Johnson and Sons Construction, LLC. We look forward to the opportunity to serve!

"I reached out to Johnson & Sons and several other contractors to discuss the possibility of opening up and completely remodeling my kitchen and bathrooms, with the addition of a shower to the former half bath off the master suite. After receiving bids and meeting with each contractor, I went with Johnson & Sons due to the transparency and consideration Vic Johnson showed when discussing the project and its challenges, as well as providing a detailed quote. Because this remodel involved the removal of walls, tiling of the kitchen/bathrooms, potential size constraints, and a re-plumbing of the house, It was very important for me that things be done correctly, to code and with permits. Once demo and construction started, things proceeded at a brisk pace with minimal lag between subcontractors, and inspections. Their tile guy, Tony was great to work with and very helpful with making the appropriate detail selections around the showers. We did have a long wait for a cosmetic piece of cabinet siding, which ended up being the final part needed to complete the project. Vic was direct with me about the issue and the delay. Such a minor issue is in my opinion, very small potatoes compared to having quality work done. Ultimately, Johnson & Sons came in slightly under their contract price - a very pleasant and welcome surprise."

William L on October 2025

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Arnott Construction Services

Servicing Around,
4.15(
61
)
•Approved Pro

Arnott Construction Services

Servicing Around,
4.15(
61
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
231 local quotes requested
39 years of experience

At Arnott Construction, we understand how important it is to find a contractor with integrity who values your personal interest and financial investment in your home. We are an experienced team of dedicated professionals and we take pride in producing excellent workmanship. With over 25 years of experience, our services extend from kitchen and bath remodeling to complete-house transformation. We are dedicated to top-quality construction and attention to detail.

"We have not yet begun the project due to scheduling and lead time on items, but we are under contract and plans are in place to begin the end of February. We have been very pleased with John Arnott and look forward to working with him to complete our project. I will definitely provide reviews when we are complete. Can't wait!!"

Debra F on January 2021

At Arnott Construction, we understand how important it is to find a contractor with integrity who values your personal interest and financial investment in your home. We are an experienced team of dedicated professionals and we take pride in producing excellent workmanship. With over 25 years of experience, our services extend from kitchen and bath remodeling to complete-house transformation. We are dedicated to top-quality construction and attention to detail.

"We have not yet begun the project due to scheduling and lead time on items, but we are under contract and plans are in place to begin the end of February. We have been very pleased with John Arnott and look forward to working with him to complete our project. I will definitely provide reviews when we are complete. Can't wait!!"

Debra F on January 2021

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FAQs for appliance (microwave oven) installation and replacement projects in Wallingford, WA

A pro can finish the job in one to three hours. Countertop models are the quickest, but built-in, drawer, and over-the-range units take longer because the installer may need to run a new outlet, modify cabinets, or add venting. Any add-ons can push the timeline closer to the three-hour mark. Hiring a licensed installer ensures the wiring is safe and the appliance operates at peak performance.

Because an over-the-range microwave doubles as a range hood, it needs proper venting. You can opt for a recirculating model that filters and recirculates air back into the kitchen, or a ducted unit that exhausts outdoors. Are you unsure which route suits your cooking style? Ask your installer for guidance before making a purchase.

Only microwaves labeled “over-the-range” have the built-in venting and lighting that’s necessary for safe, code-compliant use above a stove. Countertop models don’t have those safeguards. Before you swipe your card, have a licensed microwave installer confirm you’re choosing the right unit for the space and ensure compliance with local codes.

It’s best not to install a countertop microwave in your cabinets. Countertop models aren’t designed for use in an enclosed cabinet, and blocking those vents can trap moisture or even create a fire hazard. A built-in or drawer microwave is designed for tight spaces. Run your plans by an installer to make sure you’re buying the right style for the spot.

You don’t need an electrician if the outlet already meets the microwave’s power needs and sits in the right spot. In that case, you’re good to go ahead with the installation. If the outlet is undersized, outdated, or too far away, hire a licensed electrician to install a new one and ensure everything is code-compliant.

With routine care, most microwaves last between five and 10 years. To help them reach their maximum lifespan, wipe up spills immediately, wash the grease filter periodically, avoid using metal dishware, and close the door gently. Those simple habits reduce malfunctions and keep the appliance running smoothly for the long haul.

The Wallingford, WA homeowners’ guide to appliance (microwave oven) installations and replacements

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

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