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How much does range hood repair cost in Virginia?

No dated Virginia price list exists for range hood repair, so cost depends on the problem. Washing the filters costs about $1 in materials; a part, the model, any duct work and labor drive the rest. Check the warranty, then get at least three itemized written quotes.

Free to ask. Local shops send quotes, and you pay only when you book one.

By Kasra Taheri, Founder, LoclisPublished

Researched and drafted with AI, then checked claim by claim against the sources listed below before it was published. Prices and rules change; the dates beside each source say when it was last checked.

Step by step

Read when to stop and call a pro, further down this page, before you start.

  1. Step 1: Note the model and age

    Find the model number on the rating plate, usually above or behind the filters, and note roughly how old the hood is.

  2. Step 2: Wash the filters first

    Clean or replace the filters, which the DOE lab prices at a $1 materials cost for washing.[1]

  3. Step 3: Write down the symptom

    Note what the hood does: no light, no fan, weak airflow, noise, smell or grease dripping.

  4. Step 4: Check the warranty

    Look up the warranty or any extended plan before paying for a repair.[2]

  5. Step 5: Get three written quotes

    Ask for at least three written bids or estimates so you can compare.[4]

  6. Step 6: Itemize the quote

    Ask for parts, labor, diagnostic or trip charge and warranty on the repair listed separately.

  7. Step 7: Compare with a new hood

    Put the repair quote beside the cost of a new hood installed before you decide.

What drives the price

Range hood repair has no single going rate, and no dated Virginia price list was found, so the honest answer is a set of cost drivers and what to ask for in writing. The biggest swing is whether the fix is a part you can handle yourself or a part inside the hood.

A cleaning costs almost nothing. A weak, smelly or noisy hood is often just clogged filters. The Department of Energy's building science lab lists the materials cost of washing the filters at "Materials Cost: $1" (page last updated 2025-07-22).[1] Try that first: see how to clean a greasy range hood filter.

A recirculating hood adds a filter you must buy. KitchenAid says its charcoal filter is not washable and should last up to 6 months with normal use.[3] That is a recurring parts cost, and the right model is in your manual.

A clean metal mesh kitchen hood grease filter after a dishwasher wash
Photo: Unknown author, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Parts inside the hood run higher. The motor or blower, a control board or a switch each have a part price and a labor charge. The model matters: a basic builder-grade hood and a premium hood can differ widely in what the same repair costs, and on older models some parts are no longer made.

The duct can be the real job. If the hood is vented outside, the duct run, the wall or roof cap and any damper are part of the system. KitchenAid notes that if the hood is exhausted outside the home, there are specific venting requirements.[3] Wolf's guide says to use only steel ductwork to reduce the risk of fire.[2] Work that goes beyond the hood adds time and parts.

Electrical work needs the right tradesperson. Wolf's guide says the appliance must be properly installed and grounded (earthed) by a qualified technician.[2] Virginia defines a tradesman as any individual who engages in, or offers to engage in, work for the general public for compensation in the trades of electrical, plumbing and heating, ventilation and air conditioning.[5]

Warranty can take the part cost to zero. Wolf's guide covers all parts and labor for two years from the date of original installation, then blower motors for five years with the owner paying labor.[2] Check your own warranty and any extended plan before paying for a repair, since terms differ by maker.

What to ask for in a written quote

Ask each business for a written quote that separates parts, labor, any trip or diagnostic charge, and the cost of removing and hauling a failed part. Ask whether the diagnostic fee is credited if you go ahead, how long the repair work is covered, and whether the part is new or refurbished.

The Board for Contractors' hiring guide advises getting at least three written bids or estimates using identical plans and specifications so you can compare prices and contractors.[4] It also warns that if the work you are considering is valued at $1,000 or more, a valid Virginia Contractor’s License is required.[4] A small repair may fall under that amount, but a new duct run or a hood replacement with new wiring may not.

Compare the repair quote with the price of a new hood installed. If the repair is a large share of that figure, read should I repair or replace my range hood.

Stop and call a pro if

  • The hood has a burning smell, sparks or a hot, humming motor. Switch it off at its control and leave it off until it is looked at.
  • Grease is dripping from the hood or the duct. This needs cleaning beyond the filters.
  • The repair involves wiring or the duct. Wolf's guide says to use only steel ductwork to reduce the risk of fire.[2] Leave electrical and duct changes to a qualified technician.
  • A quote is far above the others. Ask for the line items before you agree, and compare against a second written quote.

Getting help in Virginia

Loclis lists Virginia businesses by trade and area. Browse range hood repair, appliance repair and more appliance repair answers.

When you are ready, describe the hood problem once and local businesses quote it.

Common questions

Is there a typical price for range hood repair in Virginia?
No source we could find publishes a dated Virginia price for it, so we do not quote one. Cost depends on the part, the model, the duct and the labor. Ask for itemized written quotes from several businesses.
What is the cheapest fix?
Washing the grease filters. The DOE lab lists the materials cost at $1 on a page last updated 2025-07-22. If your hood recirculates, a new charcoal filter is a small parts cost instead.
Does the warranty cover a range hood motor?
It depends on the maker. Wolf's guide covers parts and labor for two years from installation and blower motors for five years, with the owner paying labor after the first two. Read your own warranty.
Do I need a licensed contractor to fix a hood?
Virginia requires a contractor licence when work is valued at $1,000 or more, per the Board for Contractors. Electrical work for the public is a licensed trade. Ask any business for its licence number and check it with DPOR.
Why do quotes differ so much?
Different parts, different diagnostic charges and different assumptions about the duct. Compare itemized quotes, not totals.

Sources

  1. [1] Clean or Replace Range Hood Filter, Building America Solution Center, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, U.S. Department of Energy. Checked October 27, 2026.
  2. [2] Wolf ventilation hood use and care guide (international products), Wolf Appliance, Inc.. Checked October 27, 2026.
  3. [3] Vent Hood Not Removing Smoke or Odor, KitchenAid Product Help. Checked October 27, 2026.
  4. [4] What You Should Know Before You Hire a Contractor, Virginia Board for Contractors, DPOR. Checked October 27, 2026.
  5. [5] Va. Code § 54.1-1128. Definitions (Tradesmen), Code of Virginia, Virginia General Assembly. Checked October 27, 2026.

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