The range hood above your stove or stovetop performs the important function of pulling air contaminated with smoke, grease, moisture and certain chemicals out of your kitchen air if you are using a gas range. Many range hoods use ducts to send the air outdoors, but some recirculate it back into the kitchen after extensively filtering it.

Unlike an island range hood or a wall-mount range hood, an insert range hood is not inclusive to the entire ventilation system. It can be installed in a custom range hood venting system so that you can achieve the look and function that you want. Much like an under-cabinet range hood, a vent hood insert is often installed into the cabinetry above the range.

Choosing the best range hood insert is about picking the right size and power. The power of a range hood is expressed in CFM or cubic feet per minute. Many factors impact the CFM rating you need, including whether you have a gas range or an electric range and the BTUs from a gas appliance.

Cooking on any stovetop produces steam, smoke and grease that gets into your kitchen air. Gas ranges also emit low levels of carbon monoxide. An insert range hood is a great way to keep your kitchen air clean and smoke-free. It is also necessary above many kinds of ranges and cooktops (the difference between a cooktop and a range is that a range includes an oven and burners while the cooktop only has the burners).

Many vent hood insert designs also come with built-in lights to brighten your cooking arrangement. A range hood insert with lights will allow you to see your food more clearly as you cook. In addition to adding light to your cooking space, the light can also add to the general ambiance of your kitchen. And if you really want to go the extra mile, accent lighting is also available to add a little flair to your kitchen.

The placement of your insert range hood can be crucial in relation to its performance, so it’s a good idea to have your new range hood installed by a professional. Feel free to look into Best Buy’s appliance delivery, installation and repair services. They can do the work for you, and they can help you if you run into any questions or issues down the road.