🔥 BBQ Rangehoods in Victoria: What You Need to Know

If your BBQ is under a roof or part of an alfresco kitchen, a proper rangehood isn’t optional — it’s essential.

BBQs produce far more smoke, heat, and grease than indoor cooking, and without the right ventilation you’ll end up with stained ceilings, lingering smoke, and potential compliance issues.

---

📏 Victorian requirements

In Victoria, installations may need to comply with:

• AS/NZS 1668 (ventilation & airflow)
• AS/NZS 5601 (for gas BBQs)

If your alfresco area is enclosed or semi-enclosed, these standards become critical.

---

⚙️ Key rules

• Airflow: Minimum ~2000 m³/hr
• Size: Rangehood should be wider than the BBQ
• Height: Around 1200mm above cooking surface
• Ducting: Always vent externally (no recirculation)

---

🚩 Common mistakes

• Using indoor rangehoods
• Undersizing the system
• Poor ducting design
• Ignoring enclosure levels

---

👍 Simple rule

If your BBQ is:

• Under a roof
• Near walls
• Built into cabinetry

👉 You need a proper, ducted BBQ rangehood.

---

Don’t guess your ventilation. Call us today to talk through the best rangehood and install options for your BBQ setup.