If you’ve discovered that your rangehood ducting doesn’t seem to go anywhere, you’re not alone. In Melbourne—especially in older weatherboard homes, apartments, and renovated kitchens—it’s surprisingly common to find rangehoods that vent into the ceiling cavity, aren’t connected properly, or were set up as recirculating systems without anyone realising. This guide will help you diagnose the issue, understand…
What to Look For When You Cook with High Heat, Oil and Wok Hei Asian cooking brings bold flavours, sizzling aromatics and intense heat. But it also produces far more smoke, oil vapour and steam than many other styles of cooking. That means choosing the right rangehood is essential—not just for comfort, but for keeping…
When planning a kitchen renovation or organising a rangehood installation in Melbourne, most homeowners discover that getting the ducting right is one of the biggest challenges. A rangehood doesn’t just need to look good—it needs to be vented properly so it can remove smoke, steam, grease, and odours effectively. That’s where the right ducting system, especially space-saving…
If you live in Melbourne and you’re upgrading your kitchen or replacing an old rangehood, you might be facing a surprisingly common problem: Your existing cut-out is 800mm wide… and modern rangehoods no longer come in that size. Older kitchens across Melbourne — from Brunswick and Carlton to Glen Waverley, Essendon, and Bayside — often…
Choosing the right rangehood motor for your Melbourne home is essential for keeping your kitchen clear of steam, smoke, and cooking odours. Because Melbourne kitchens deal with cold winters, lots of indoor cooking, and open-plan layouts, getting the right airflow (measured in m³/h) makes a big difference. This guide makes it easy to choose the right…
When installing ventilation systems, exhaust fans, or ductwork, one crucial step that often gets overlooked is how the duct exits through the roof. This process — known as a roof penetration — might seem straightforward, but if not done correctly, it can lead to costly water leaks and long-term roof damage. That’s why it’s always best to…
When it comes to air conditioning, heating, and ventilation systems, choosing the right ducting is key to performance, efficiency, and durability. While there are several types of ducting on the market, three of the most commonly discussed are semi-rigid ducting, flexible ducting (flexi duct), and rodent-proof ducting. Each has unique features and ideal applications. Let’s take a closer…
If your kitchen always seems smoky, your rangehood sounds like a jet engine, or cooking smells linger long after dinner — your ducting might be the problem. Many people focus on the rangehood itself, but the ducting is just as important. Upgrading it can dramatically improve performance, reduce noise, and help you stay compliant with…
When you’re searching for a plumber in Melbourne, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by choice. From emergency repairs to kitchen renovations, every plumbing job requires the right skills and qualifications. And in Victoria, only licensed plumbers can legally carry out plumbing work — so choosing the right professional matters more than ever. At Capital Plumbing, we believe great plumbing…
When it comes to installing a rangehood, one of the most important (and often overlooked) components is the flue kit. The right flue kit doesn’t just vent cooking fumes effectively — it protects your home from moisture build-up, smoke, and lingering odours. Get it wrong, and you could end up with a noisy, inefficient rangehood or…