Installing a kitchen extractor hood: what will it cost?
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Just as you were about to order your new kitchen extractor hood, an existential question suddenly popped up:
How much is it going to cost me to install this hood?
The cost of installation can sometimes completely disrupt your budget and even your purchase.
Before clicking "buy," I suggest you check out the results of our survey based on the 200 hood installations carried out by experts on our platform, since 2017.
We cover average prices, hourly rates of installers, regional differences, and even provide examples of adverts posted by your neighbours along with the rates they paid!
There's nothing better to understand the costs of installing an extractor hood!
Understanding the average costs of installing a kitchen extractor hood
Since there's no one-size-fits-all average price, I’ve broken down the information into several sections:
Average hourly rate of installers
Average installation costs by type of hood
Regional price differences
After that, I’ll also provide examples of real prices paid by our clients!
Average hourly rate of an extractor hood installer
Let’s start with the most general information by providing the average hourly rate for two types of installers*:
Yoojo installer:
Traditional company:
*How did we obtain these results?
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For Yoojo:
We compiled data from over 200 installations carried out through Yoojo and simply divided the installation prices by the number of hours worked.
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For Traditional Companies:
We requested quotes from 5 self-employed contractors in the cities of London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, and Edinburgh. For each quote, we asked for: the installation of a wall-mounted extractor hood and the installation of a central island hood.
There are two main reasons:
Yoojo connects you only with local hood installers : This helps to reduce travel costs for your provider and thus offers you a more competitive price.
Yoojo is a fully digital platform : This allows us to cut costs and offer you better rates compared to a placement agency or traditional company.
I’m looking for a rate based on a specific type of extractor hood
Each kitchen extractor hood has its own characteristics that can make the installation more or less complicated.
That’s why I’ve compiled our data to provide you with the average cost of installation by type of hood… much more precise figures in this case.
But before that, know that on Yoojo, the average cost, regardless of the type of hood is:
Here’s a table summarising all our average rates by type of extractor hood:
| Type of hood | Average cost for installation only | Request a quote |
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| Removing an old hood | £20 / hour |
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| Wall-mounted hood | £28 / hour |
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| Recirculating hood | £23 / hour |
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| Canopy hood | £26 / hour |
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| Island hood | £50 / hour |
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| Built-in hood | £35 / hour |
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| Drawer hood | £25 / hour |
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| Tilted hood | £30 / hour |
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| Ceiling hood | £70 / hour |
Examples of kitchen extractor hood installations completed on Yoojo => with prices
Let’s dive into more detail by providing several examples from missions completed through the kitchen extractor hood installers available on Yoojo.
For each example, you'll find a different type of kitchen extractor hood, the total installation price, and the hourly rate paid.
Example #1: Affordable built-in extractor hood installation
💰 Total price paid: £40
⏳ Hourly rate: £32/hour
Starting with a typical and highly requested example on Yoojo: a client removed their old built-in extractor hood but wants an expert to install the new model.
Here, the client wants to know the installation cost before booking.
Luckily, that’s literally the concept of Yoojo!
You post an ad for free, and local handymen interested in the job will offer their rates!
All you need to do on Yoojo is choose the service provider you like!
💡 Tip:
On each Yoojo provider's profile, you’ll find their qualifications, experience, equipment… but most importantly, the ratings and reviews left by the community.
Choosing the right handyman has never been easier!
Example #2: Installation of a non-vented extractor hood
💰 Total price paid: £20
⏳ Hourly rate: £20/hour
This service is quite basic for the experts available on Yoojo.
But if this client paid only £20 for the installation, it’s because our platform specializes in small jobs between individuals.
This means you can find skilled neighbors to install your extractor hood and significantly reduce travel costs.
💡 Tip:
On Yoojo, you can book someone for just an hour of service, whereas a traditional tradesperson might not be willing to travel for such a short job.
Keep this in mind for your small DIY tasks (chack what we offer here)!
Example #3: Dismantling and changing type of extractor hood
💰 Total price paid: £60
⏳ Hourly rate: £30/hour
Here’s another somewhat atypical example: requesting the dismantling of one extractor hood to replace it with a different type.
Usually, clients just replace the old model with a brand new one.
However, because this service is a bit more involved than a simple replacement—requiring some additional work—the hourly rate is slightly higher.
In the end, £60 for two hours of work was booked (the client added an additional half hour worked).
💡 Tip:
What’s great about Yoojo is that you can make a customised offer that perfectly suits your needs.
The more details you provide in your ad, the easier it will be for providers to give you an accurate quote.
As this client did, we recommend adding photos to your ad… a good image can sometimes be worth a thousand words!
Example #4: Replacing a canopy extractor hood
💰 Total price paid: £35
⏳ Hourly rate: £35/hour
Looking to have a canopy extractor hood installed?
This client found the right extractor hood installer for only £40.
Nothing extraordinary in this example, but what's interesting is that the client requested the recycling of the old kitchen extractor hood.
Many providers on Yoojo have their waste disposal passes and can dispose of your waste for a fee… just ask!
💡 Tip:
No need to coordinate the date of the service. On Yoojo, you choose the date and time of the service, and it’s up to the available providers to arrange their schedules according to your needs.
Our algorithm ensures that you are only matched with providers available during your chosen slots!
Example #5: Requesting an island extractor hood installation
💰 Total price paid: £56
⏳ Hourly rate: £28/hour
Installing an island extractor hood is quite common on our platform, but it’s a bit more complex than installing traditional wall-mounted or built-in hoods.
That’s why, with a fee of £56 for the installation, it’s one of the more expensive examples presented.
💡 Tip:
Island extractor hoods can be tricky to handle. Therefore, we recommend booking 2 handymen for this type of installation.
If you have the skills, you can also assist the provider and potentially lower your overall cost.
Example #6: Wall-mounted extractor hood installation
💰 Total price paid: £25
⏳ Hourly rate: £16/hour
Why is this extractor hood installation so inexpensive?
In this case, the provider was new on our platform, and as is often the case, new providers offer more competitive rates to win their first jobs and gather positive reviews!
A great opportunity for this client who trusted the newcomer and got their wall-mounted extractor hood installed for £25!
💡 Tip:
We advise providing as much information as possible in your ad, but if you forget some details, no worries.
Thanks to the messaging feature in your ad, you can discuss the job details with interested handymen for free.
Example #7: Seeking advice from an extractor hood installer
💰 Total price paid: £18
⏳ Hourly rate: £18/hour
Suppose you have no idea which extractor hood to purchase!
One option is to ask a Yoojo handyman to come to your home and help you choose the right equipment.
That’s exactly what this client in Havre did, paying £18 for expert advice.
If you also want to entrust the installation to the expert, remember to post a second ad on Yoojo to benefit from insurance against damage and injuries, which will cover you in case of issues!
Example #8: Hiring a PRO for a business
💰 Total price paid: £70
⏳ Hourly rate: £27/hour
Are you a business needing some work done?
On Yoojo, you can also find professionals who are qualified to issue invoices (which is not the case with service providers).
As this client did, it’s always best to specify this in your ad to avoid confusion.
💡 Tip:
Identify professional entrepreneurs easily with their PRO Badge
Conclusion: installing an extractor hood doesn't have to be expensive!
Since it’s a relatively large kitchen appliance, one might think its installation would be costly.
However, as you can see, it’s entirely possible to find the right provider at a reasonable price.
All you need to do is post a detailed ad and provide as much information as possible—Yoojo takes care of the rest.
Want to post an ad and request a free customised quote?
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