FixStove
Specialist home repair

Kitchen Hood Repair — Get the Strong Suction Back

A weak hood isn't always broken — sometimes it's just choking. That's why we inspect in order: filters, then the duct, then the motor — and we replace the motor only when it is truly the cause, not as the first answer. Every type and brand, with a free inspection and a written warranty up to one year.

  • Free inspection
  • Arrival within 1 hour
  • Warranty up to 1 year
  • 24/7 service
Photo of a modern kitchen hood
Up to 1-year warranty
+5,000
Hoods repaired since 2020
3 checks
Filter, duct, motor — in order
+30
Brands we repair
24/7
Hotline 16062

Why the kitchen hood is one of the most important appliances at home

1

The hood is your kitchen's breathing: when it weakens, smells drift through the whole flat, walls and cabinets turn greasy and yellow, and steam settles on everything. And there is a quieter danger: a grease-saturated filter sitting above stove heat is flammable material — and a motor pulling against a clogged filter runs harder, runs hotter, and burns out years early.

2

Here is the honest part: a weak hood isn't always broken — sometimes it's just choking. So our inspection runs in strict order across 3 points: first the filters (saturated? deep-clean or replace), then the duct and pipe (blocked? too long or too narrow since installation day?), and only last the motor itself. The result: you don't pay for a new motor when the problem was a washable filter — and we measure suction before and after the work, so the difference shows in numbers, not words.

3

And something many people don't know: there are two hood types — extraction (vents air outside) and recirculation (filters air through a carbon filter and returns it). If yours is the second type and it has started "returning the smell", the carbon filter is most likely spent — it needs replacing every 4-6 months; it doesn't mean the appliance is dead. The technician identifies your type and sets the right maintenance schedule.

Pro vs DIY

Hood Specialist vs. General Handyman — Who Finds the Real Cause?

The hood is mechanically the simplest appliance in the kitchen — and the one people waste the most money on. The reason: lazy diagnosis. See the difference:

Diagnosing weak suction
FixStove specialist

3 checks in order: filter, duct, motor — with suction measured before and after

General handyman

"Motor's dead, buy a new one" — and after replacement the suction is still weak because the duct is blocked

Filters
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Knows the difference: metal filters wash and return, carbon filters replace every 4-6 months

General handyman

Doesn't know the difference — the carbon filter gets washed by mistake and becomes useless

Duct and pipe
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Pipe diameter and length are calculated — bad ducting chokes even the strongest motor

General handyman

Any pipe, any diameter — and the new hood ends up weaker than the old one

Loud noise
FixStove specialist

Motor bearings, fan balance, or duct flutter — identified by inspection

General handyman

"It's been like that forever" — until the motor stops entirely

Warranty
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Written 3-12 month warranty on part and labor, on a tax invoice

General handyman

A verbal promise that vanishes with the first unanswered call

How it works

How we repair your hood in 4 steps

  1. 1

    Call us

    On 16062 or WhatsApp. Customer service runs 24/7.

  2. 2

    Specialist arrives

    A technician specialized in hoods (not a generalist).

  3. 3

    Thorough inspection

    Inspect filters, motor, ducts, and electrical board. Cost disclosed before starting.

  4. 4

    Repair + deep clean

    Repair + deep clean + written warranty and tax invoice.

Every brand

We service every hood brand

Top brands: Bosch, Siemens, Miele, AEG, Smeg, Franke, Teka, Ariston, and many more.

Your brand not on this list? Call 16062 — we service every brand.

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Quick guide

Practical service guide for Hood repair

This page is not just a generic service description. It connects Hood repair with faults, brands, and service areas people actually search for, so users reach booking intent faster.

If you are searching for...

Hood repair near me

Choose your area from the area links to reach the nearest technician.

Hood repair for a specific brand

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Fault cause before booking

Check the related fault links to identify the likely cause.

Why FixStove

Why FixStove for hood repair

Specialists in hoods

Technicians specialized in hood service across every type — not generalists.

Full transparency

Free inspection plus cost disclosed before any repair.

Written warranty

3-month to 1-year warranty + official tax invoice.

We clean before we replace

If a deep clean of the filters and duct will restore the suction, we won't sell you a motor. Parts get replaced when they are genuinely dead — which is exactly why hood customers come back to us.

Frequently asked about hood repair

How often should I clean my hood?
Metal filters: wash monthly or every two months depending on use. Carbon filters (on recirculation hoods): replace every 4-6 months — they cannot be washed. Motor and duct: a yearly deep clean by a technician. Neglect cuts the hood's lifespan in half.
How much does hood repair cost?
The in-home inspection is free. Most hood repairs start from around EGP 800-1,200 (deep filter and duct cleaning, lighting, controls), while motor replacement typically runs EGP 1,500-3,500 depending on brand and motor power. Figures are approximate and vary with the appliance, its age and condition; the exact price is quoted before any work — and if a cleaning will solve it, we won't charge you for parts.
My hood runs but the smell comes back — why?
If your hood is a recirculation type (no pipe going outside), the carbon filter is most likely spent — it needs replacing every 4-6 months and smells return once it saturates. If yours is an extraction hood and air returns, the issue is the non-return valve or the duct. The technician identifies your hood type and fixes the root cause — in both cases you do not need a new hood.
Why did the suction become weak suddenly?
Most common causes: filters clogged with grease (most common), motor losing power over time, external ducts blocked (bird nests, buildup), or external vent needs cleaning.
Do you install new hoods?
Yes — especially island hoods that need ceiling mounting. Correct installation determines hood efficiency for years to come. See the installation page.
Are Italian and Egyptian hoods different?
Italian (Smeg, Franke): higher suction, lower noise, longer life, but more expensive. Egyptian and Chinese: lower price but more faults over time. We service both.
Does the hood use a lot of electricity?
No, the hood is among the lowest-consumption appliances (a simple motor + lighting). But a faulty hood can consume more than normal.
What is the difference between recirculation and vent hoods?
Big difference. Vent: exhausts smoke outside the home (best, needs ducts). Recirculation: filters and returns the smoke into the kitchen (when ducts are not available). Each has different fault patterns.
Is the island hood harder to service?
Relatively yes, because it hangs from the ceiling. Removal and reinstallation may need two technicians and sometimes a cherry picker. But its mechanical service is similar to any hood.
Is there a warranty on the hood after repair?
3-month to 1-year warranty on the repair depending on the fault type. If it fails again within the warranty period, we fix it for free.

Hood weak or broken? Don't wait

Every day of delay means more grease buildup, more smells spreading, and your family's health at risk. Call now.

  • Free inspection
  • Specialist technician
  • Warranty up to 1 year
  • Deep clean
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