AboutCraig Alan Berberich Expertise I can answer a variety of questions in reference to proper kitchen & bath design. This can include product options, safety concerns, guidelines, installation and lighting.
Experience I have been in the Kitchen & Bath industry for 19 years. I have experience ranging from design to installation and fabrication. I spent several years as a corporate trainer working with the National Kitchen & Bath Association to train national big box chain. I have had multiple projects featured in national publications, the last of which was Coastal Living Magazine Idea house in Florida.
Organizations NKBA, IEEE
Publications Coastal Living Magazine, Better Homes & Garden, Kraftmaid Cabinetry Brochure, Dupont Corian National Advertising, Pergo Flooring National Advertising, The Home Depot National Kitchen & Bath Insert
Education/Credentials Kansas State University, National Kitchen & Bath Association, 20/20 Design Software, Zig Zigglar Selling Skills, Tony Lowe Sales
Question hi there, we are building a new home and the builder is giving me a downdraft gas stove...but i was intereted in installing a upward draft above the stove, due to the aromatic cooking i do...they are charging me 1800 for a very basic stainless steel hood...and it is not really what i was looking for...is it possible to install a hood later?
Answer Madhuri,
Yes you can install a hood later, the venting is best done during construction. Very basic hoods start as low as $39 at most home centers. If you have not located one you like, opt for this inexpensive unit first. It is common in most areas that ventilation needs to be in place to pass inspection and get certificate of occupancy. Then after you move in, you can swap to another hood of your choosing.
Keep in mind, you may be under contractual obligation to use what builder specifies.
